Nonimmigrant L-1 — Intra-Company TransferVerified 2026-04-19USA L-1 Intra-Company Transfer Visa — Informational
The L-1 visa is for Indian employees of multinational companies being transferred to a US branch, subsidiary, affiliate, or parent company. Two sub-categories: L-1A (managers/executives, up to 7 years) and L-1B (specialised knowledge, up to 5 years). Employee must have worked for the overseas company for at least 1 year in the last 3 years. No annual cap — available year-round.
L-1 petitions are filed by the US entity's legal team with USCIS. SureshotVisa does not process L-1 — consult your employer's US immigration attorney.
Processing
USCIS petition + consular interview; Premium Processing available
Stay Duration
L-1A: up to 7 years; L-1B: up to 5 years
Starting Fee
$185
Apply At
6 VFS centres
Who Can Apply
- Indian employees of multinational companies with US branch/subsidiary/affiliate
- 1+ year continuous employment with the overseas company in the last 3 years
- L-1A: managerial/executive role in both overseas and US position
- L-1B: specialised knowledge of company's products, services, processes
Fees (in INR)
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| B-1/B-2 Business/Tourist visa | $185 |
| F-1 / M-1 Student visa | $185 |
| J-1 Exchange Visitor | $185 |
| H/L/O/P/Q Work visas | $205 |
| R-1 Religious Worker visa | $205 |
| C/D Transit/Crewmember visa | $185 |
| I Journalist/Media | $185 |
| K-1 Fiancé(e) | $265 |
| E Treaty Trader/Investor | $315 |
All US nonimmigrant visa (MRV) fees are set in USD by the Department of State and paid online in India via usvisascheduling.com. The INR amount depends on exchange rate on payment day. Additional costs: SEVIS fee for F/M/J visas (paid to ICE separately), VFS document delivery charges, photograph, and any USCIS petition fees (for work visas — usually paid by employer). MRV fees are non-refundable regardless of interview outcome. USCIS petition fees (I-129) paid by US employer: base + Fraud + ACWIA + Asylum Program + (optional) Premium Processing $2,805. L-1 Blanket option reduces paperwork for large multinationals.
Documents Required
Overview — for informational reference only
- !I-797 Approval Notice (individual L) or L-1 Blanket certificate
- !DS-160 + $205 MRV fee receipt
- !Employer's US + India entity relationship proof
- !1 year of overseas employment evidence
- !Job description showing managerial/specialised nature
- !Passport valid 6 months beyond stay
! = mandatory · ○ = optional / if applicable
🗺️ Step-by-Step Application Process
US entity files I-129 (individual) or uses L-1 Blanket
Blanket is pre-approved for multinationals and reduces per-employee paperwork.
Receive I-797 Approval Notice
From USCIS.
DS-160 + $205 + Consulate interview
Standard consular flow.
Download Official Forms
Official forms are hosted by VFS Global — we don't host third-party forms ourselves, so you always get the latest version.
📋 How to download from VFS:
- Click the form name below — opens VFS Switzerland page
- Select the visa category you're applying for (e.g. Tourist, Business, Student)
- Scroll down to the "Download Form" section at the bottom
- Click the PDF icon next to the form name → saves to your device
DS-160 — Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application
Mandatory online form for ALL US nonimmigrant visa applicants. Complete, submit, and print the confirmation page (with barcode) BEFORE booking your appointment.
US Embassy India — Official Visa Information
Official information on US visa services in India — covers all categories, updates, and notices.
USTravelDocs India — Appointment Scheduling & Fees
Where Indian applicants pay MRV fee, schedule VAC (biometrics) + Consulate (interview) appointments, and track passport return.
SEVIS Fee Payment (I-901) — for F/M/J visas
Required for student and exchange visa applicants BEFORE the visa interview. Keep the receipt.
USCIS — Petition-based Work Visa Information
For H-1B, L-1, O-1, etc — the employer files I-129 petition with USCIS first; approval notice (I-797) is required at visa interview.
VFS Application Centres
Frequently Asked Questions
L-1A vs L-1B?+
Can my spouse work?+
What is L-1 Blanket?+
Why doesn't SureshotVisa process US work visas?+
This page is for information only
SureshotVisa does not process this visa category. For other United States visa types we can help with — Tourist, Visitor, Business, Student, or Family Reunification — see the related visa types below.
Other United States Visa Types
USA Tourist Visa (B-2 — Tourism / Visit Family)
Non-immigrant visa for Indian citizens visiting the US for tourism, leisure, medical, or to see family/friends. Typically 10-year multiple-entry. $185.
USA Business Visa (B-1 — Business Visitor)
Non-immigrant visa for Indian professionals doing business activities in the US — meetings, conferences, negotiations, consulting. $185. Usually combined B-1/B-2.
USA Student Visa (F-1 — Academic Student)
Full-time study visa for Indian students at US universities/colleges. Requires I-20 from SEVP-certified school + SEVIS fee + funds evidence. $185 visa fee.
USA Exchange Visitor Visa (J-1) — Informational
For participants in State-Department-approved exchange programs — research scholars, interns, trainees, au pairs, summer work travel, physicians. Sponsor-driven.
USA H-1B Work Visa (Speciality Occupation) — Informational
Petition-based work visa for Indian professionals with US job offers in specialty occupations requiring bachelor's+. Annual lottery, 65,000 cap + 20,000 US master's. $205.
USA O-1 Extraordinary Ability Visa — Informational
For individuals with extraordinary ability in sciences, arts, education, business, athletics, or film. Petition-based, no cap. Stringent standards.
USA P Visa (Athletes, Entertainers, Artists) — Informational
For internationally recognised athletes, entertainers, artists, or performers entering the US for specific events/competitions. P-1, P-2, P-3 sub-categories.
USA Q Cultural Exchange Visa — Informational
For participants in international cultural exchange programs providing practical training + cultural sharing with the American public.
Source & Disclaimer
Data on this page is sourced from the official VFS Global United States website and Embassy of United States. Last verified 2026-04-19. Always verify with the official embassy before applying — fees and requirements change without notice.