This visa class is for alien employees transferred intracompany for continued employment with an international firm or corporation. Employment must be in a position that is managerial, executive, or involves specialized knowledge. The visa permits transfer of key personnel to US operations of multinational businesses.

Duration of the visa is for three years with a two year extension for a maximum stay of five years. The alien must have been employed continuously for at least one year by the company within three years preceding the application.

1. 8 U.S.C. Sec. 1102 (a)(15)(L).
[ INA Sec. 101 ]

2. 8 C.F.R.. Sec. 214.2 (1)(l)(i).