L2 Visa (Family Members of L1 Visa Holders)

Texas L2 Visa Family Members Lawyers

The L-2 visa allows the dependent spouse and minor, unmarried children of qualified L-1 visa holders to enter into the U.S.

1. PRIVILEGES ON L-1 VISA:

On L-2 visa, you may:

• Reside in the U.S. for the duration of the L-1 visa holder's authorized duration of stay;
• Work on a full-time basis in the U.S. with proper employment authorization from the USCIS;
• Engage in full-time study in the U.S.;
• Travel in and out of the U.S. on short trips and return.

2. LIMITATIONS ON L-1 VISA:

You may not apply for Employment Authorization if you are a dependent child on L-2 visa.

3. DURATION:

You may stay as long as the primary L-1 visa holder maintains valid status, or up to a maximum of seven years, whichever is shorter.

Visa processing can be difficult and confusing. If you would like the assistance of an experienced immigration attorney, please contact the firm by e-mail or call our offices. Bertolino LLP maintains offices in Austin, Houston and San Antonio. To reach an immigration law attorney in the Austin office, call 512.476.5757. For the San Antonio office, call 210.223.5553. For the Houston office, call 713.225.7474.