OBS_VALUE: L-1A and L-1B visas apply to intra-corporate transferees, but limited to executive (L-1A), managerial (L-1A) or specialized knowledge of the firm’s product or process (L-1B). Qualified employees entering the US to establish a new office are allowed a maximum initial stay of one year.  All other qualified employees are allowed a maximum initial stay of three years. Extensions can be granted up to the limits of 5 years in a specialized knowledge capacity or 7 years in a managerial or executive capacity.