L-2 Spouses and Children of L-1 Visa Holders

The L2 visa allows the dependent spouse and minor, unmarried children of qualified L-1 visa holders to enter into the U.S.

On L-2 visa, you may:

• Reside in the U.S. for the duration of the L-1 visa holder's authorized duration of stay
• Work on a full-time basis in the U.S. with proper employment authorization from the USCIS – NOTE:  You may not apply for Employment Authorization if you are a dependent child on L-2 visa.
• Engage in full-time study in the U.S.
• Travel in and out of the U.S. on short trips and return

You may stay as long as the primary L-1 visa holder maintains valid status, or up to a maximum of seven years, whichever is shorter.