Business Operations Support — Post-Approval US Business Setup

Beyond Visa Approval

The Full Operational Support That No Other Advisory Provides

USAIS is the only advisory that provides complete post-approval operational support — because a successful US business is the foundation for your L-1A extension and, ultimately, your EB-1C green card.

Employee Hiring & HR

Job postings, candidate screening, onboarding, and HR compliance for your US team.

Accounting & Bookkeeping

Monthly bookkeeping, financial statements, and reporting for your US entity.

Tax Compliance

Federal, state, and local tax filings. Quarterly estimates. Annual returns. Full compliance.

Digital Presence

Website, social media, Google Business, SEO — your American digital identity built right.

Business Networking

Industry introductions, trade associations, client leads, and partnership opportunities.

Growth Resources

Market strategy, scaling advice, additional funding, and business development support.

Hiring US Employees

Having US employees is essential for demonstrating genuine managerial or executive capacity — which you'll need for L-1A extensions and EB-1C. We help you:

Post job listings on Indeed, LinkedIn, and Glassdoor
Screen candidates — resume review, initial interviews, reference checks
Handle onboarding — offer letters, W-4 forms, I-9 verification, employee handbook
Set up payroll — direct deposit, tax withholding, benefits administration
Maintain compliance — labor law, minimum wage, overtime, anti-discrimination policies

Accounting, Bookkeeping & Tax Compliance

Monthly bookkeeping — QuickBooks or Xero, bank reconciliation, expense categorization
Payroll processing — biweekly or monthly, federal and state payroll taxes
Quarterly tax estimates — calculated and filed on time to avoid penalties
Annual federal tax return — Form 1120 (C-Corp) or Form 1065 (partnership)
State tax filings — franchise tax, sales tax, state income tax as applicable
FBAR and FATCA compliance — foreign bank account reporting requirements

Why Operational Success = Immigration Success

USCIS evaluates your L-1A extension based on whether your US business is actually operating and whether you're genuinely serving in a managerial or executive capacity. Revenue, employees, and a functioning business are not just goals — they're immigration requirements.

Building Your Digital Presence

Professional website — designed for the US market
Google Business Profile — your office on Google Maps and local search
Social media — LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram as relevant
SEO optimization — local and industry-specific search ranking
Online advertising — Google Ads, LinkedIn Ads to accelerate client acquisition

Your First 12 Months — Operational Roadmap

Month 1–2

Foundation

Set up office, hire first employees, launch website, open Google Business profile, begin bookkeeping.

Month 3–4

Market Entry

Attend industry events, join trade associations, launch marketing, secure first US clients.

Month 5–8

Growth

Scale team, increase revenue, build client relationships, maintain compliance.

Month 9–12

Extension Preparation

Compile evidence of business growth, document managerial activities, prepare for L-1A extension or EB-1C.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many employees do I need for L-1A extension?

No fixed number, but USCIS expects your org chart to demonstrate genuine managerial capacity. Having subordinate managers or supervisors significantly strengthens your case.

Can you handle payroll for just 1–2 employees?

Absolutely. We handle payroll for companies of all sizes using ADP or Gusto.

How soon should I start generating revenue?

USCIS doesn't require immediate revenue, but showing growth within the first year significantly strengthens your extension case. Our business development support helps accelerate this.

Do I need a physical US office?

A physical office is strongly recommended for L-1A cases — it demonstrates a genuine, operating US presence. We help you find and set up the right space for your business and immigration needs.

Business Operations Support — Run Your US Company Right From Day One