Qualification: Employer must have relationship with foreign company and do business in U.S. . Employee must have one year experience in the last three years.
New Offices: Foreign companies must ensure physical space and financial capacity.
Stay: Initial maximum of 1 year, extendable to 5 years.
Specialization
Definition of Specialized Knowledge
Specialized Knowledge: Knowledge beyond the common in the industry or organization.
Requirements
Offices of Foreign Companies in the U.S. .
Office Qualification: Foreign companies must have space and financial capacity.
Covering
Requests for General Coverage
General Coverage Requests: Some organizations may use this option to qualify. Requires trade or commercial services, U.S. office for a year or more, and certain criteria.
Family of Workers L-1
Employee may bring spouse and children under 21 years old, who may apply for L-2 and work authorization.