Package 6: LaunchPad L-1 (Business Expansion Branch)
📑 Includes Forms and Processes
- Form I-129 (L-1): Official petition to transfer executives, managers, or specialized employees to the U.S.
- L-1A/L-1B Visa: For executives, managers (L-1A), or specialized knowledge personnel (L-1B).
- Asylum Program Fee: Mandatory government fee for new petitions.
- Premium Processing (optional): Expedites USCIS response to 15 business days.
- U.S. Business Entity Formation: Full setup of an LLC, Corporation, or other suitable entity.
- EIN (Employer Identification Number) and tax registrations: Required for legal operations in the U.S.
- Preparation of Business Plan and Financial Documentation: Professionally developed to demonstrate viability, job creation plans, and business sustainability.
- Initial Accounting and Tax Compliance Guidance: Includes guidance on payroll, insurance, licensing, and tax obligations.
- Compliance with Federal and State Regulations: Ensures your new U.S. branch fully meets legal requirements.
Service Description
This package is specifically designed for foreign companies seeking to expand into the U.S. market by opening a branch, subsidiary, or affiliate. It enables you to transfer key executives or personnel to the United States while establishing a legal corporate presence with complete support for business formation, tax compliance, initial hiring, and comprehensive preparation of the immigration petition.
Our service covers every step: from U.S. entity registration and obtaining the EIN, to a detailed business plan demonstrating the company’s financial capability and employment projections—both essential for a successful L-1 visa approval.
Estimated Timelines
✅ Business formation and business plan preparation: 1 – 3 months
✅ I-129 preparation and filing: 1 – 2 months
✅ USCIS processing (regular): 3 – 6 months
✅ Premium Processing: 15 days (optional)
Total estimated timeline: 4 to 9 months from project start to executive’s entry into the U.S.
Process Steps
- Initial evaluation of the parent company: reviewing operations, revenue, staff, and expansion plans.
- Advice on the most suitable U.S. business structure (LLC, Corporation, etc.).
- Registering the U.S. entity and obtaining tax IDs (EIN, IRS), opening U.S. bank accounts, and securing necessary local business licenses.
- Preparing a detailed business plan: including income forecasts, market analysis, hiring plans, and growth strategies.
- Gathering company documents: corporate bylaws, financial reports, organizational charts, contracts, etc.
- Filing Form I-129 with USCIS.
- Payment of all required government fees (Fraud, Asylum, etc.).
- USCIS review and decision; responding to Requests for Evidence (RFEs) if necessary.
- Consular interview (if the executive is outside the U.S.) or change of status (if already in the U.S.).
- Executive’s entry to the U.S. and official launch of operations at the new branch.
Package Benefits
✔️Comprehensive expansion process—from legal entity creation to visa approval.
✔️Reduces the risk of mistakes in immigration and corporate filings.
✔️Increases approval probability with a professionally prepared petition package.
✔️Includes initial guidance on U.S. accounting, tax, and HR compliance.
