Hi,

I am going to apply for L1 Individual visa through my employer. I want to know a few things from your viewpoint. My first company was a firm - partnership firm. It was an unregistered firm. I worked there for 5 years. Right now the company is closed.

I Do have the experience certificate. But a problem will arise if they conduct a background verification since there is no one who can validate the experience certificate.

Then what shall I do?

My first employer wasn't that tech savvy. They did not have any portal. It was a sole proprietor firm. Only 7 people worked their. Salary was given in cash, not even a check or bank transfer.

They used to deal in second hand office automation equipment repair and sale.

Now during documentation for L1 Individual Visa, do I need to mention that this company is now closed? If yes, then what documentation or additional information might they ask for?

How should I mention this to avoid rejection or any bad consequences.

Waiting for your valued opinion.

Regards,
Rahul

L-1A or L-1B? Generally speaking, to qualify for the L-1 visa, you have to have one year of qualifying experience with the current employer that is transferring you to the US entity. Your other experience is generally not required, but you can do your own affidavit if necessary.