L‑1 Blanket Petition

Streamlined U.S. Immigration for High‑Volume Multinational Transfers

The L‑1 Blanket Petition streamlines U.S. immigration for large multinational companies transferring executives, managers, and specialized knowledge employees. Learn eligibility indicators, evidence, and FAQs.

  • The L‑1 Blanket Petition is designed for large multinational companies that frequently transfer executives, managers, and specialized knowledge employees to the United States. Once approved, the blanket allows eligible employees to apply directly at a U.S. consulate, bypassing individual USCIS filings.

  • Eligible employees include:

    • L‑1A executives

    • L‑1A managers

    • L‑1B specialized knowledge employees

    Employees apply directly at a U.S. consulate using the blanket approval.

    • No need to file individual USCIS petitions

    • Faster processing at U.S. consulates

    • Ideal for companies with high mobility needs

    • Supports executives, managers, and specialized knowledge employees

    • Allows rapid deployment of global talent

    • Considerably less cost for government fees once an L1 Blanket is in place

  • Companies typically qualify when they have:

    • Three or more domestic or foreign offices

    • 10+ L‑1 approvals in the past 12 months

    • 1,000+ U.S. employees, or

    • $25 million+ in U.S. annual revenue

    These are not strict requirements, but strong indicators.

    • Corporate charts

    • Proof of qualifying relationships

    • Financial statements

    • Employee eligibility documentation

    • Consular application package (DS‑160, I‑129S, etc.)

    • No annual quota or lottery

    • Supports transfer of critical proprietary knowledge

    • Ideal for technical, engineering, and product‑driven roles

    • Allows spouses to obtain work authorization

    • Enables rapid deployment of key talent to the U.S.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • No — it replaces individual USCIS filings, not the visa itself.

  • Typically no — the blanket is designed for large multinationals.

  • They must apply at a consulate that accepts blanket L‑1 applications.

  • Yes — executives, managers, and specialized knowledge employees may qualify.

  • Three years, with renewals available.

  • Indirectly — it speeds up L‑1 placement, which supports EB‑1C eligibility for executives/managers.

Does your company frequently transfer employees to the U.S.?

If your organization transfers employees frequently, the L‑1 Blanket may significantly reduce processing time and cost.

Schedule a consultation to get tailored guidance for your company’s L‑1A eligibility and documentation needs.