I have a B-1/B-2 visa in my passport, and my L-1 petition was recently approved. My L-1 visa appointment at the consulate is scheduled for June. Can I enter on my B-1/B-2 to attend some meetings, and then fly home before the visa appointment?

Answer

Having an approved L-1 petition would not prevent a person from requesting admission on B-1/B-2. The immigration officer at the U.S. port of entry virtually always has discretion to deny a person admission on a B-1/B-2, but having an approved L-1 petition would not prevent the officer from admitting the person, as long as the purpose of the trip was consistent with B-1/B-2 activities. (20.Apr.2022)

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