H1B vs L1 - Which Visa is better? | Full Guide
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 4 ส.ค. 2024
- A lot of you have this question. Is the L1 visa better or the H-1B Visa. While both the visas are great for anyone looking to move to the US, both the visas have certain specific conditions associated with them and it is always important to know them before concluding which one you're eligible for and which one suits your requirements the best.
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Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
01:09 - What is an L1 Visa
01:54 - What is an H-1B Visa
02:50 - My Visa Story
04:08 - Key Differences between H-1B and L1
04:12 - Visa Objective
04:48 - Educational Requirements
05:17 - Prior Work Experience
05:41 - Annual Quota Limitations
06:01 - Department of Labor Approval
06:35 - Prevailing Wages
07:28 - Maximum Duration
08:49 - Changing Employers
09:37 - Path to green card
10:17 - Can spouse and dependents work in the US?
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Very informative
Very nicely put forward. Very nice video and very informative.
Few things which you can add - Within L1A, there is further bifurcation which is Blanket approval. If you have L1A (Blanket) then it becomes easy to get visa and renewal doesn't get rejected.
Thank you, we intend to do a detailed L1A one . 🙂
@@itsokyaaar Good luck for that
Thank you
Thank you, very informative. I have one question, considering your experience or what you've heard from other colleagues.
L-1B visa requieres Specialized Knowledge, which is defined in the USCIS page as "Specialized knowledge means either special knowledge possessed by an individual of the petitioning organization’s product, service, research, equipment, techniques, management, or other interests and its application in international markets, or an advanced level of knowledge or expertise in the organization’s processes and procedures"
--> Any specific considerations to have for justifying Specialized Knowledge? Any common blockers you've heard of? I'm trying to understand if I could be potentially eligible regarding my experience and knowledge in my current company.
Nicely done and very informative. Keep going 🙌
Thank you for the support
Thank you for this wonderful video
Thank you, very informative. I have one question
My husband is on L1B and I'm on L2S. we both worked for same company for 2 years in US.
Recently my company canceled my husband’s L1B visa. we moved to India.
In 2023, my company applied H1B for me and my application got picked in lottery. but my company kept in hold.
Now is there any option to transfer my H1B to other company.
Good information.. Thank you so much.
Thanks a lot 😊
Hi Priya, that was very informative video. I have question what If I travel to USA on L1 visa after two years if i was approached by some employer, can I move there on H1B while being on L1 visa?
Thank you so much ❤
Hi is it possible to apply for L1 - B visa if I am working for a US based company remotely?
Very helpful. Thanks alot
Glad you liked
L1 visa if working for the employer but through vendor. Does it work?
I have a h1 visa interview in Sep.
Need your help
Hi priya
very good informative video. What is method to get the work visa, if H1B is not getting. what is the way forward for getting the visa to work in USA
My lab Texas analytical labs is in medical and environmental area. Can be trained in specialized are which my daughter-in-law does from DILLI on computer.
How do I get a visa to expand my business to USA
We have a video on how h4 and L2 can start business - of course you will need EAD
Hi Mam,
Who will get more salary whether it is L1 or H1 visa?
That's not how it works!! Depends on the role and Industry !!
Can BBA and MBA from Osmania University in India graduates get a H1B Visa or L1A L1B Visa can we get a Visa as we are non stem graduates with normal degrees from india please reply
Why you didn’t not file for GC during L1A
In the beginning I wasn't sure if I will be staying..I wanted to move back after 2 years like most people think 😀
I loved the content. It’s informative but still I m not getting clarity for visas.
Thank you! Let us know if you have a specific question. We will try to answer!
Good job dear…
Thank you 😊
Very nice information.. also is Indianapolis good place to live?
Every place is so different and unique in its own way..cost of living is very affordable but depends on what you like to do you may or may not like it
Good information madam.
Thank you!
I have already applied for B1 visa . Now I want to apply for L1 visa . Can I apply simultaneously?? Or I need to cancel my application?
You can ..for L1 your company has to sponsor you
Liked.
i do have a 16 years of education and degrees like BBA and MBA from Osmania University in India am i eligible for H1B H1A L1A L1B Visas am i eligible for any of the above visas as an MBA Graduate
Hii mam ,do vice president at investment bank fall under l1 criteria ?
Depends on your company's organization structure and if you qualify for a functional manager or if you have direct reports.
hi, please answer my query. I am working in MNC in India and I got H1B through other consultancy. Now I want to transfer h1B to my current employer before travel to USA. What is the process?
Not sure about this. We would suggest to please check with an immigration lawyer on this one.
Hello, my wife is in the USA on an L1B Blanket visa, so I have 2 questions,
1. Is there L2 individual visa or blanket visa (Since my application is showing L2 blanket visa)
2. If my L2 Blanket visa is approved, can I work in the USA ?
If your wife is on L1B blanket then you should be on L2 blanket. Yes you can work in the US
Hi I have to apply for my wife and daughter I have L1b do I need to apply for l2b ?
My name is not there on her passport is that mandatory?
@@deveshpandey1 it's not mandatory to have your name on her passport. Your marriage certificate is enough.
Also, she'll have to apply for her L2 visa. As in she'll have to fill the ds 160, book an appointment and appear for the interview
@@itsokyaaar wow thank you for quick response. One more question my marriage certificate is in regional languages Hindi bcoz I belong from Bhopal is that valid.
@@deveshpandey1 not sure about that though. Get an English translated one and get it notarized by a lawyer. I think that should do the trick. Also, wedding photos are also good proof. Usually they don't ask for any marriage proof as such but it's better to be prepared
Hi Priya, I also work for Google and on an L1A visa starting July 2022. Will you suggest applying for H1B right now or wait for 3 years? I was hesitant to change to an H1B status since L1A has better GC path and spouse EAD chances.
Moreover, since I was not a manager for >1 year outside of US, I cannot apply for EB1C Green card process. So, will I have to go out of US for 1 year and come back to apply for Eb1. What will you suggest in that case?
Thanks so much in advance!
I would recommend having H1B as back up but not change your status till you absolutely must. My L1A had gotten rejected so I moved to h1B only then. Moving out of US for a year and getting EB1 is the best way to get GC else you will always be in the H1B grind. It's a tough choice to be honest but having H1B as a back up is a no brainer.
@@itsokyaaar Thank you so much, so helpful! A quick follow up please, if I get an H1B in lottery this year, can I still hold my L1A for the next 3 years and shift to H1B only after that? And in case my L1A gets renewed after 3 years, can I totally disregard H1B and continue with L1A till 7 years.
@@ritwizshukla yes you have to be very clear with the lawyer to file h1b as consular processing so that your status doesn't change till you request it as COS. I had my H1B approved as back up and I only used COS after my L1 was rejected. Hope this helps!
@@itsokyaaar Yes, very helpful, thank you so much!
H1B visa 20000 reserved for Masters . Whether MS done in Australia are eligible in this category ?
Noo. Only for master students in USA
Why did you transfer your L1 a visa to H1b?
L1 extension got rejected
When you were on L1a how come it expired in three years whereas you said it is for seven years
Sorry four years as mentioned in your story
Quick Question: Any reason, you didn't file your GreenCard in EB1C category ?
We did but had to do it in H1b vs L1 since L1 got rejected
Hi Priya, 1. Very informative video. Appreciate it. 1. Corrent me if I understand correctly, PERM process is not needed for L1B (Blanket) category? 2. How long does it take to get the I-140 approval? 3. Can we change employer after getting I-140 approved not adversely impacting GC process? 4. Should I-140 COMPLETED within 5 years or just FILING of I-140 is adequate within 5 years? 5. What is the next after I-140 completed? 6. Is there any travel restriction leaving USA to visit India (or any other places outside USA) until I-140 approved?
1) yes your directly apply i-140 2) depends and varies but took me anywhere between 9-12 months for L1 A 3) I wouldn't recommend, also NO because your L visa is tied to employer 4) has to be completed and hopefully get your GC as extension is not possible after 5 years also recommend checking this with lawyer 5) applying for GC in the EB1 category if possible 6) no as long your visa is valid and you have a valid stamp .. please double check everything with lawyer because every case is different!! Hope this gives insight! Best of luck
@@itsokyaaar Yes, definitely. Thanks, swiftly responded...
If someone l1a approved while still on india, is it possible for them to switch job after stay there at US for 2 - 3 years?
Are you saying that one can’t apply for EB1 based GC while being on H1B visa?
you can. But it'll be EB1-A. L1 visa holders are eligible for EB1-C and it's much more easier to qualify for that than EB1-A. Check uscis website to understand the difference between EB1A and EB1C
Hi Priya,
For path to green card, i think you mentioned from L1A perspective. Can you give more info from L1B perspective?
L1B visa holders need to move to H1b and apply for EB2 or EB3. Or they can try to move to L1A after leaving for a year and coming back. Unfortunately, L1B even with an i140 cannot stay beyond 5 years
Can we get green card on the behalf of l1a visa?
Yes you can. Your employer has to file one for you. With L1a, you are eligible for EB1c category and won't have to wait for decades to get a Green card
Very clear explanation👏
I am currently in L1b visa and h1b is picked but i want to stay in L1b for few more years until my spouse h1b is picked. Is there a way that i can hold h1b for few years and change my visa status?
Yes if your H1B was filed as consular notify. That's what I had done too!
Mam, is an EAD required for the spouse to start looking for a job and working .
Yes unless spouse is on L2. On L2 they can directly start working
@@itsokyaaar please can you explain, sorry did not understand clearly. Spouse would be a L2 visa holder on my L1B.
@@richarddsouza5907 yes. Your spouse can start working on an L2 visa. Doesn't need an EAD
If you were already in US on L1A, how did it get rejected after 4 years?
Extension got rejected
@@itsokyaaar Did your company file for green card for you?
What does it mean when you say "EB1 is generally current for Indian nationals"? 9:54
When the priority date is currently you can immediately file for the green card, only a couple of months ago it moved back so even if you file in EB1 you will have to wait till the date becomes current! Helps?
@@itsokyaaar ok
Can l1a visa holder apply for h1b visa if so what is the procedure
Same as it is for all h1b. You have to go through the lottery process.
Can L1b blanket visa spouse also work in usa
Yes
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Master's degree can apply for l1b visa and can work for money ..
Very informative