L-1B Visa

The L-1B visa allows a U.S. employer to transfer an employee with specialized knowledge of the company’s products, services, technology, or processes to a U.S. office. It can also be used to bring specialized employees to help establish a new U.S. office.

Who is the Visa for?

  • Technical Experts

  • Process Specialists

  • Employees with unique knowledge critical to U.S. operations

Eligibility Requirements

  • Employed at least 1 continuous year within the last 3 years by a qualifying related entity abroad

  • Possess specialized knowledge that is:

    1. Advanced knowledge of the organization’s products, services, research, or processes, or

    2. Unique expertise not easily transferable or replaceable

Visa Duration

  • Initial stay: up to 1 year for a new office; up to 3 years otherwise

  • Extensions: in increments of 2 years

  • Maximum stay: 5 years (may extend to 7 if reclassified to L-1A)

Processing Time:

  • Premium Processing: 15 business days (Form I-907)

  • Standard Processing: Varies by service center (check USCIS Processing Times tool)

OpenSphere Services:

  • Petition drafting & specialized knowledge documentation strategy

  • RFE response support

  • Assistance with new office L-1B filings

  • Full legal guidance from filing to consular processing

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What services does OpenSphere offer?

We provide personalized U.S. visa services, helping individuals and businesses navigate the application process with expert guidance and support.

Which types of visas can you help with?

We assist with a wide range of U.S. visa categories, including work visas, investor visas, family-based visas, student visas, and more.

Who can benefit from our services?

Our clients include skilled professionals, entrepreneurs, investors, students, and families seeking to live, work, or study in the United States.

How is OpenSphere different from other immigration service providers?

We combine in-depth immigration knowledge with an AI-powered, streamlined, client-focused process, ensuring each case gets personalized attention from start to finish.

Is my personal information safe with you?

Yes — all client data is handled with strict confidentiality and stored securely, in compliance with privacy regulations.

Do you handle the entire visa process?

Yes — we guide you through every stage, from eligibility assessment and document preparation to filing and follow-up until a decision is made.

FAQ

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What services does OpenSphere offer?

We provide personalized U.S. visa services, helping individuals and businesses navigate the application process with expert guidance and support.

Which types of visas can you help with?

We assist with a wide range of U.S. visa categories, including work visas, investor visas, family-based visas, student visas, and more.

Who can benefit from our services?

Our clients include skilled professionals, entrepreneurs, investors, students, and families seeking to live, work, or study in the United States.

How is OpenSphere different from other immigration service providers?

We combine in-depth immigration knowledge with an AI-powered, streamlined, client-focused process, ensuring each case gets personalized attention from start to finish.

How do I sign up for the app?

Yes — all client data is handled with strict confidentiality and stored securely, in compliance with privacy regulations.

Do you handle the entire visa process?

Yes — we guide you through every stage, from eligibility assessment and document preparation to filing and follow-up until a decision is made.

What services does OpenSphere offer?

We provide personalized U.S. visa services, helping individuals and businesses navigate the application process with expert guidance and support.

Which types of visas can you help with?

We assist with a wide range of U.S. visa categories, including work visas, investor visas, family-based visas, student visas, and more.

Who can benefit from our services?

Our clients include skilled professionals, entrepreneurs, investors, students, and families seeking to live, work, or study in the United States.

How is OpenSphere different from other immigration service providers?

We combine in-depth immigration knowledge with an AI-powered, streamlined, client-focused process, ensuring each case gets personalized attention from start to finish.

How do I sign up for the app?

Yes — all client data is handled with strict confidentiality and stored securely, in compliance with privacy regulations.

Do you handle the entire visa process?

Yes — we guide you through every stage, from eligibility assessment and document preparation to filing and follow-up until a decision is made.