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L-1B

Specialized-knowledge transfer

For employees with special or advanced knowledge relevant to a related company’s U.S. operation.

MAIN CRITERIA

What needs to be reviewed

  1. 01

    A qualifying relationship between the companies

  2. 02

    Generally one continuous year of qualifying work abroad

  3. 03

    Special or advanced knowledge within the organization

  4. 04

    The U.S. role must use that knowledge

POINT OF ATTENTION

Experience or importance to a team does not automatically establish specialized knowledge.

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Other pathways

EB-1AExtraordinary abilityview category →EB-2Advanced degree or exceptional abilityview category →EB-2 NIWNational interest waiverview category →EB-3Skilled workers, professionals, and other workersview category →

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