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If you own or manage a company outside the U.S. and want to operate, expand, or relocate to the United States, the L-1A Intracompany Transferee Visa is one of the most powerful immigration tools available.
The L-1A allows business owners, CEOs, and senior managers to move from a foreign company to a U.S. affiliate, subsidiary, or new office — without lotteries, quotas, or long backlogs.
At Gondim Law, we structure L-1A visas that not only get approved, but position your company for a direct path to a U.S. Green Card.
Answer a few questions to see if you qualify for an L-1A Visa for Executives & Business Owners
Who Typically Qualifies?
You may qualify if you are a:
Business owner, entrepreneur, or executive
A CEO, director, or senior manager
Head of operations, sales, or finance
Running a foreign company with active operations
And you have worked for that company for at least one year in the last three years.
TESTIMONIALS
What our clients say about us
Discover the experiences of our satisfied customers! Read their testimonials to learn how our services have made a positive impact on their businesses.
Octavio Tinoco
My wife and I had an outstanding experience with this immigration law firm.
Patrícia Macedo and Marcelo Gondim guided us through the entire process with remarkable professionalism, care, and attention to every detail. From the very first consultation, we felt truly supported. They explained everything clearly, responded promptly, and made sure we understood each step with confidence.
Highly recommend this firm to anyone looking for trustworthy, knowledgeable, and compassionate professionals.
Hafdis Lind
Special thanks to Luisa, our paralegal angel — we wouldn’t have made it without you.
Thank you for always listening to our worries, reassuring us, and being endlessly patient and kind. The entire team worked so fast and efficiently, making the process smooth and stress-free. We felt cared for and supported every single step of the way.
I wholeheartedly recommend Gondim Law to anyone starting their green card journey — they don’t just handle your case, they truly care about you.
Josh Nisenson
Marcelo was extremely helpful, friendly, had a good sense of humor and helped us to feel comfortable with the legal decisions that we were making in regards to my wife's parents and their permanent residence scenario. He helped us feel at ease and a had a good perspective and could also speak in English and Portuguese to make things even easier. Overall we were very happy with his service!
Luísa Haack
I have a visa process through Gondin Law Corp and I've had a great experience so far. Aline is the paralegal connected to my case, and I absolutely love her! She is so knowledgeable and takes her time to answer all my questions. I definitely recommend them!
Paula G
I had a positive experience with this firm, they helped me through my change of status, explained everything clearly, and were always there when I had questions. Thanks to them, my case was approved smoothly. Special thanks to Luisa! Can’t recommend them enough!
Rogerio Lemos
The Gondim Law team possesses a remarkable ability to achieve expectations and give their clients what they really need. They have a great sense of responsibility and strong work ethic when it comes to immigration processes. I highly recommend this law firm. Thank you Marcelo, and the whole team for the great work and efforts to make my green card happen.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the L-1A Visa?
The L-1A is a U.S. work visa for executives and managers who are transferring from a foreign company to a U.S. affiliate, parent, subsidiary, or branch of the same company. It allows business owners and senior leaders to expand their operations into the United States.
Who typically qualifies for an L-1A?
You may qualify if you are:
A business owner, founder, or partner
A CEO, director, or senior manager
A head of department or operations leader
You must have worked for the foreign company for at least one continuous year within the last three years in an executive or managerial role.
Do I need to already have a U.S. company?
No. Many applicants use the L-1A to open a new U.S. office. Gondim Law regularly handles new-office L-1A petitions, allowing you to legally launch and operate a U.S. company while building toward a green card.
How long does the L-1A take?
Standard processing typically takes 1 to 3 months.
With Premium Processing, USCIS must issue a decision within 15 calendar days.
How long is the L-1A valid?
New office L-1A: 1 year initially
Extensions available up to a total of 7 years
As long as your U.S. company is operating and you remain in an executive or managerial role, extensions are available..
Can my family come with me?
Yes. Your spouse and children under 21 can come on L-2 visas. Spouses on L-2 can apply for work authorization and work legally in the U.S.
What is a Request for Evidence (RFE)?
An RFE is a request from USCIS for additional information. While RFEs are common, many can be avoided with proper case preparation. Our strategy focuses on anticipating and preventing RFEs whenever possible.
Can the L-1A lead to a Green Card?
Yes. The L-1A is one of the fastest and strongest green card pathways through:
EB-1C — Multinational Manager or Executive Green Card
This category does not require PERM labor certification and often results in faster permanent residence.
What if I was told I don’t qualify?
Most denials happen because companies are not structured or documented properly. The L-1A is a corporate and legal strategy visa — not a simple form. Gondim Law builds cases that align your business with USCIS standards from day one.
How do I know if I qualify?
Through a private L-1A strategy review. Our attorneys will analyze your company structure, foreign operations, and U.S. expansion plan to determine your approval probability.
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