It is often assumed that if an employee holds L1A status in the U.S., they will qualify for green card sponsorship in the EB1C category. While this may be the case, it is not guaranteed.

The L-1A “intracompany transferee” classification presents an ideal solution for multinational companies seeking to leverage seasoned expertise existing within the company by transferring employees from abroad to manage the U.S. operations.

Updates to USCIS Policy Manual emphasize importance of progress in STEM fields