B Visa Blog Entries

2 December 2016

Radio Show Discussing Overview of the new I-140 EAD Regulations

2 December 2016

Discussing I-140 EAD FAQ in community conference call 

The H-1 quota cuts down 50% or more applications each year.  Legally, employees of foreign companies or entities can try and obtain B-1 visa in lieu of H-1 visas as long as they fulfill the following criteria outlined by the US Department of State.

Each intended B-1 (in lieu of H-1) entrant must: 

1.    Hold the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor's degree

2.    Plan to perform H-1B-caliber work or training

Immigration.Com has received the following question, which I think is important enough to be answered in a format accessible to all the people abroad interested in starting a business in the USA.

The Question

I am planning to start an IT company in USA which is registered in India. Currently I am planning to travel on B1/B2 visa for my company set up. Can I transfer my visa status from B1/B2 to L1 if required within USA? What are the possible chances of success?  Kindly you please suggest me the best way.

Discussing allegations of fraud and consequences when a short term visa holder tries to convert to green card or another long term visa from within the US.