I work in a coworking space. Will USCIS accept that for the L-1?

There is no automatic rejection. Under the L-1, using a coworking space as the company’s address is not immediately dismissed by USCIS, but the agency reviews the full body of evidence to confirm that the business genuinely exists and is operating.

The central point is to show that the U.S. operation has a consistent physical location and real activity, not just a formal address. To support that, it typically helps to include:

• The contract or membership agreement for the coworking space.
• Invoices and receipts that demonstrate commercial use of the location.
• Documents that show the company’s activity and its team.

Each case is assessed individually, and the coworking arrangement factors in as part of a broader set of evidence about the legitimacy and operation of the company. A well-documented shared space can, in fact, meet expectations when accompanied by the other elements of the petition.

Because requirements may vary depending on the specific situation, it is worth confirming what applies to your case with the official source (USCIS) or a qualified specialist before assembling the petition.

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