In the L-1, is there a company interview with USCIS?

As a general rule, no. The L-1 process does not include, as a standard step, a formal interview between the company and USCIS. The petition is initiated by the U.S. company, which gathers and submits documents proving the corporate relationship with the foreign organization and the qualifications of the transferred employee.

What typically happens is a document review. Based on that review, USCIS may take several paths:

• Approve based on the documents submitted.
• Request additional information or evidence when something needs clarification.
• In specific situations, request an interview or clarifications from the petitioner (the company) or the beneficiary (the employee).

In other words, an interview is not the norm, but it may occur if the officer determines that the consistency of the information needs to be confirmed. Keeping documentation organized and coherent helps the process move forward.

Since each case has its own specifics and procedures may change, it is worth confirming updated guidance from the official source (USCIS) or with a specialist.

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