Can I work simultaneously for the foreign company and the U.S. company?

The L visa is a valuable tool for transferring executives and managers within the same company to the United States. However, the rules governing it are quite specific, especially regarding the scope of work activities authorized by the visa.

If you are in the United States on an L visa, your authorization to work is directly linked to the company that sponsored your transfer. This means that, generally, you may only perform your duties for that organization in the U.S. Therefore, working simultaneously for a foreign company – other than the same company or an affiliate that has a defined corporate relationship justifying this activity – does not fit within the conditions established by the visa.

It is important to emphasize that each visa has different rules, and the L visa was developed to facilitate internal mobility within the same corporate group. If there is interest in performing functions in other organizations or platforms, it is essential to seek specialized guidance, as any work activity outside the specific conditions may cause complications with immigration authorities.

Staying within immigration rules is essential to avoid legal problems that could harm your stay and future opportunities in the United States. Therefore, always seek up-to-date information from official sources and, if necessary, consult professionals with experience in the field. This way, you avoid falling into marketing campaigns and misleading promises that can lead to unnecessary risks.

I hope this explanation has clarified your question!

Victoria Harper

Editor-in-Chief

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Leading journalism and editorial content at Visto n’ Visa, Victoria helps make immigration topics clear, trustworthy, and easy to understand. Her focus is on delivering useful, human, and relevant content for people exploring new paths abroad.