O-1A Talent Visa — A Chance to Live and Work in the USA
Visa for entrepreneurs and company managers in executive positions. Allows the entire family to come and work in the USA.
What Does the L-1 Visa Offer?
The right to live and work in the U.S. in your professional field
The right to bring your spouse and children under 21 with work permit
No investment required
Visa issued for up to 3 years with the possibility of extension up to 7 years
You can remain in the U.S. while your petition is being processed
Premium processing available (as fast as 15 business days)
Advantages of the L-1 Visa
Possibility to renew the visa up to 7 years in the US
No need to demonstrate exceptional abilities. Business growth: the visa enables business scaling through employee relocation.
Option to apply for a green card for the whole family through adjustment of status
To obtain a visa, you only need to prove employment relationship with the employee and the existence of offices.
Key L-1 Visa Requirements
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Employment with the applicant company for at least one year within the last 3 years; holding a functional manager position
To qualify for L-1 visa, you must demonstrate:
Qualification
The applicant company has at least 15 employees, has been in existence for at least one year, and the applicant does not own 100% of the company
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An applicant company
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If relocating to open an office, the company can be a startup, an acquired business, or a branch of a foreign company
Potential company in the USA
How We Work
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We provide a preliminary eligibility assessment within 48 hours.
Free Case Review
Strategy & Document Preparation
We offer a full-service approach — from strategy development to petition filing.
From preparing your visa to post-approval services: renewals, status changes, or green card application.
Support at Every Stage
Free Case Review
Free Case Review
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L-1 Visa Application Stages
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We analyze your case and assess your eligibility. If you qualify for the L-1 visa, we sign a contract.
Free Evaluation & Contract Signing
We collect supporting materials and prepare the following: — Immigration memorandum — Form I-129 — Form I-539 (if status change is needed)
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Gathering & Preparing Documents
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We submit your petition and support you through the process: — Consultations at all stages — Official letters and notifications — Interview preparation at the consulate
Petition Filing & Full Support
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Case Preparation:
From 2 weeks to 4 months — depending on document readiness and the specifics of your case.
Approximately 2 months
Petition Review & Interview Scheduling:
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Visa Validity:
Valid for up to 3 years, with the option to renew up to 7 years
Up to 15 business days
Premium Processing (Optional):
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L-1 Visa Timeline
Visa Comparison
Criteria;O-1A Visa;L-1 Visa;ЕВ-1А Visa
For whom;For talents in business, science, sports, and education;For international executives or business owners;For talents in business, sports, education, and science
Receiving US citizenship;Does not lead to U.S. citizenship;Does not lead to U.S. citizenship;Leads to U.S. citizenship after 5 years
Extension;Renewable every 3 years;Renewable every year;Not renewable
Requirements to merit;Requires meeting 3 out of 8 criteria;Requires meeting qualification and company criteria;Requires meeting 3 out of 10 criteria
Approval time;2–3 months;2–3 months;8–12 months
Premium Processing;up to 15 days;up to 15 days;up to 15 days