Overview
Whether you are an entrepreneur launching a U.S. startup or an employer recruiting specialized talent, navigating business immigration visas can be complex. At Wakrim Law Firm, we guide individuals and companies through every step, ensuring compliant filings, strategic planning, and successful outcomes.
Key Visa Categories
E-2 Treaty Investor Visa
Who it’s for: Individuals from treaty countries who wish to invest in and actively manage a business in the United States.
General Features: Allows investors and certain employees to live and work in the U.S. while overseeing the enterprise.
L-1 Intracompany Transferee Visa
Who it’s for: Executives, managers, and employees with specialized knowledge transferring from a foreign company to a related U.S. entity.
General Features: Enables eligible employees to work in the U.S. for the company’s American branch or affiliate.
H-1B Specialty Occupation Visa
Who it’s for: Professionals working in roles that typically require advanced education in a specialized field.
General Features: Employer-sponsored status that enables work in qualifying occupations.
EB-5 Immigrant Investor Visa
Who it’s for: Individuals who invest in a U.S. enterprise and contribute to job creation.
General Features: Provides a potential pathway to U.S. permanent residency through qualifying investments.
Our Business Immigration Process
Initial Consultation
We learn about your goals, background, and business plans to understand which U.S. immigration options may be suitable for you or your company.
Tailored Strategy
We outline a customized approach based on your objectives, including the type of visa pathway that may fit your profile and the general documents typically required.
Preparation of Supporting Materials
We assist in gathering and organizing the necessary business and personal documentation, such as business plans, corporate records, or professional evidence, depending on the case.
Application Assistance
We help prepare and assemble your application package and guide you through the submission steps relevant to your chosen immigration pathway.
Interview & Follow-Up Guidance
We provide preparation for any interviews and support you throughout the review process until a decision is issued.
Ongoing Support
After approval, we offer continued assistance with renewals, status updates, compliance needs, or long-term planning.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I switch from E-2 to EB-5?
Yes, many E-2 investors later file EB-5 petitions to obtain permanent residency.
Q: What if my L-1 petition is denied?
We can file an M-1 motion to reopen or reconsider, or explore alternative visa options.
Q: Are there Boston-specific quotas?
No—caps and lotteries are national. However, local USCIS field office workloads affect interview scheduling.
Q: How soon can an H-1B employee start work?
After USCIS approval and visa stamping, often within 30 days of the validity start date.
Q: Can entrepreneurs apply for visas on their own?
While possible, business immigration involves nuanced regulations; legal counsel minimizes risk.
Q: Do family members qualify?
Spouses and unmarried children under 21 may obtain dependent visas (E-2 – E-2D; L-1 – L-2; H-1B – H-4).
Q: What is premium processing?
An optional USCIS service for L-1 and H-1B that guarantees a decision within 15 calendar days.
Q: How do I maintain visa status?
Compliance with investment levels, corporate governance, employment terms, and timely renewals is essential.