🇺🇸 United States · Employer-sponsored work
L-1B — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €21,795 |
| Minimum annual salary | USD 300,000 |
| Proof of savings | €43,589 |
| Minimum investment | €8,718 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Age range | 21–None |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €401 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 36 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.uscis.gov/working-in-the-united-states/temporary-workers/l-1b-intracompany-transferee-specialized-knowledge.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €21,795.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“The L-1B nonimmigrant classification enables a U.S. employer to transfer a professional employee with specialized knowledge ... (page states no minimum/prevailing-wage salary requirement for L-1B)”
“until the employee has reached the maximum limit of five years (temporary, max 5 years; page silent on permanent residence)”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.