I need some basic information about L1 Visa.

As I understand

1. L1 visa is a 3 Year renewable visa given to people who work for a company and get transferred to their office in the US.
2. L1 visa can be further pursued in order to get a GC.
3. L1 Visa is better than a TN Visa if you want to eventually get a GC. With a TN Visa you should first get a H1 before filling for GC or else it will show dual intend and hence TN can be refused at time of renewal. There is no such risk with a L1.
4. If you pursue for your GC while having a L1 can you switch employers?

I just need to know if all my information is correct.

Any additional information regarding the L1 Visa / Process is appreciated.

Hi,

1. Yes
2. Yes
3. Yes
4. If you want to switch employers from L1, you have to get a H1 visa for the new employer.

Check this link
http://www.murthy.com/l1_faq.html

Hello Raajen,

Thanks for your reply. I have been looking at various web-sites and trying to make out what is the best ( between a H1 or a L1)

1. Looks like with a L1A you can get your GC much faster since the first stage of Labor Certification is not required. True ?
2. But also it looks like that INS is very strict with giving a GC to L1A holders True? Becuase it is a much easier path and without any caps.
3. After what time can I apply for a GC once I have a L1A?

Your help is appreciated.

Thanks.

Hi,

1.Yes.
2. No idea.
3. Immediately after you enter USA.

Hello Raajen,

Thanks for your help. Just couple more questions.

1. When I apply a L1A, I apply same time for my wife with a L2A True?
2. I can keep moving between Canada and US as long as I have a L1A. True?
3. I can work in the US and my wife can stay in Canada if needed and she can travel when she wants as she has a L2A. True?
4. We can apply for GC as soon as we enter US after getting a L1A/L2A. Is there a required number of days we need to stay in the US in order to get the US?

Your help is appreciated.
Thanks.

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Originally posted by raajen

Hi,

1.Yes.
2. No idea.
3. Immediately after you enter USA.

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Hi,

1. You both can get the visa at the same time.
2. Yes.
3. Yes. But when she enters first time, it is better if you are with her.
4. You can apply soon after you enter into US.

Could you please answer my question in the following thread

http://www.canadiandesi.com/read.php?TID=21313&page=2

Hello,

I have replied to your message and send you a PM.

Thanks.

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Originally posted by raajen

Hi,

1. You both can get the visa at the same time.
2. Yes.
3. Yes. But when she enters first time, it is better if you are with her.
4. You can apply soon after you enter into US.

Could you please answer my question in the following thread

http://www.canadiandesi.com/read.php?TID=21313&page=2

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