Can I do parallel work for the same company in another country?

The L-1 is an intracompany transfer visa for executives, managers, and employees with specialized knowledge. It authorizes you to work in the United States for the employer that sponsored the transfer, within the defined role, and does not function as a global work authorization.

Doing parallel work in another country is therefore a different situation from what the L-1 covers. Even if it is for the same company, providing services outside the United States is not, in itself, covered by the visa’s terms, which relate to your role in that country.

Some points to consider before taking on activities in another territory:

• Each country has its own immigration and labor rules.
• Working remotely from another location may require that country’s own authorization or visa.
• You must comply with both the L-1 conditions and the laws of the place where the work is performed.

Since the analysis depends on the specifics of each case, it is worth reviewing your visa terms and verifying the applicable rules with a specialist before accepting parallel work.

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