Eligible for L1B Extension

[manirajp]

Hi,

Looking for help to suggest me whether I am eligible for L1B extension or not, based on the below circumstances and 5 year eligible period.

1. First L1B Term - Mar 2008 to Mar 2011

I stayed out of US for 11 months during this period but not continuously.

2. Second (New Visa not the extension) L1B - Mar 2011 to Mar 2014

I stayed out of US for 2 months till now. My I94 expires in Mar 2014. So I will be completing close to 5 years of my stay on L1B when combining my first and Second L1B.

Questions:

1. Will I be eligible to apply for L1B extension by considering that I was not in US for 13 months? I heard from forum that after completing 5 year quota in L1B, if person wants to work in L1B, he/she should be out of US for one whole year.

2. Is it legal to apply L1B extension based on current (Second term) L1B?

3. Even I apply for L1B extension based on my current L1B, will I face any issue in future when applying for H1B or Green card?

I appreciate your help.

Thanks.

[pontevecchio]

Once you leave for one year the company can file for a new L1. In your case I doubt you are eligible for an extension. Ask your HR .