Please review this page before attempting to complete and file your form electronically. Note that this information may pertain only to forms filed electronically and may not apply to paper-based filings. Failure to follow these instructions may result in your application or petition being delayed or denied.
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Form:
I-129S, E-File Nonimmigrant Petition Based on Blanket L Petition (login at bottom of page)
If E-Filing is not the best option for you, please see the paper Form I-129S.
Purpose of Form:
For employers to classify employees as L-1 nonimmigrant intra-company transferees (executives, managers, or specialized knowledge professionals) under a blanket L petition.
Who Is Not Eligible to E-File This Form:
You are not eligible to E-File this form if:
- You are applying for a waiver of the filing fee.
- You are requesting that your case be expedited.
- You are not able to classify employees as L-1 nonimmigrant intra-company transferees (executives, managers, or specialized knowledge professionals) under a blanket L petition.
Who Is Eligible to E-File This Form:
An employer who has already obtained approval of a blanket L-1 petition may file this form to classify employees outside the United States as executives, managers, or specialized knowledge professionals. NOTE: If the employee is in the United States and you are requesting a change of status or extension of stay for that employee, E-File the Form I-129, Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker.
Filing Fee: None.
Initial Evidence and Supporting Documentation Required:
See Instructions for paper Form I-129S.
Also see general instructions for Submitting Supporting Documentation for an E-Filing application and/or petition.
Concurrent E-Filing:
E-Filed I-129S petitions cannot be concurrently E-Filed with any other E-Filing application.
Helpful Hints:
Helpful Hint 1: If you are E-Filing I-129S and you wish to E-File an I-539 for a dependant, you should complete and submit Form I-129S first.
You will need to provide the I-129S Receipt Number (provided on your E-Filing Confirmation Receipt notice) in Part 3, Question #3 of the I-539.
Requests for More Information or Interview
Penalties
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Other Instructions:
If electronic filing is not the best option for you, please see the paper Form I-129S.
Access Form for Electronic Filing:
I-129S (E-Filing)
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