Frequently Asked Questions

Are there U.S. immigration issues to consider before forming a U.S. subsidiary to my company?

Orrick cannot provide any immigration-related advice without knowing details about your particular situation. However, note that one popular type of U.S. visa (known as an L-1 visa) allows for the transfer of key employees among an international group of companies, and for this purpose the U.S. entity should be a subsidiary of the non-U.S. parent.

The impacts of serving as an officer or director of a U.S. company on potential future U.S. immigration should be discussed with competent immigration counsel.