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When a U.S. visa affects an employee transfer, business expansion, investment, acquisition or family move, you need more than a list of visa categories. You need to understand which route fits, what could create difficulty and what needs to happen next.<\/p>\n

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Flynn Hodkinson advises Ireland-based companies, investors, families, U.S. citizens and permanent residents on U.S. visa and nationality law. Through our Dublin office, clients receive advice from experienced U.S.-qualified lawyers who understand the legal requirements and the commercial or personal decisions behind the matter.<\/p>\n

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Clear advice before you commit<\/h2>\n

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Many clients contact us before they know which U.S. visa they need. Others have already been told that a particular visa should work but are uncertain whether that advice accounts for their nationality, company ownership, employment history, intended U.S. activities or long-term plans.<\/p>\n

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We start by understanding what you are trying to achieve.<\/p>\n

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For a company, that may mean transferring a managing director, sending a specialist to a U.S. project, opening a U.S. office or supporting an acquisition.<\/p>\n

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For an investor, it may mean confirming whether the ownership and investment structure supports an E-2 visa, or assessing whether another temporary or permanent route is more suitable.<\/p>\n

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For a family or individual, it may mean understanding how the process affects a spouse, children, employment, travel or long-term residence.<\/p>\n

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We then explain which options appear realistic, what further information is needed and where the main risks may arise.<\/p>\n

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An honest assessment of your options<\/h2>\n

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U.S. immigration law does not provide a suitable visa for every proposed move. Even where a visa category appears relevant, the facts may not satisfy all its requirements.<\/p>\n

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We will tell you when a route looks straightforward, when it requires careful preparation and when we believe an application is unlikely to succeed. We would rather give you a realistic assessment at the beginning than allow you to commit further time, money or business resources based on false confidence.<\/p>\n

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No lawyer can guarantee that a U.S. visa or immigration application will be approved. Our role is to assess the facts carefully, explain the legal requirements and prepare the strongest application the evidence can support.<\/p>\n

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U.S. immigration experience for complex business decisions<\/h2>\n

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Flynn Hodkinson advises Irish companies ranging from growing businesses to multinational employers on moving executives, managers and specialists to the United States.<\/p>\n

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We understand that the visa is often connected to a wider commercial objective. A U.S. launch may depend on having the right executive in place. A client project may require specialist expertise on site. An acquisition may require a managing director to relocate within a defined period.<\/p>\n

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Our lawyers advise on temporary and permanent U.S. immigration routes, including E-1, E-2, H-1B, L-1, O-1 and employment-based immigrant visa matters.<\/p>\n

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Where several routes may be possible, we explain the practical differences so that the company can make an informed decision based on its structure, timeline and future plans.<\/p>\n

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Advice for Irish founders and investors entering the U.S.<\/h2>\n

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Immigration planning should be considered before an investor finalises the ownership structure, commits substantial funds or promises that a particular person will manage the U.S. business.<\/p>\n

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For an E-2 treaty investor matter, nationality, ownership, the amount and use of the investment, the nature of the U.S. enterprise and the applicant\u2019s role can all affect eligibility.<\/p>\n

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An acquisition or expansion may also raise questions about whether an E-2, L-1A or another visa fits the proposed arrangement.<\/p>\n

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We help Irish founders, business owners, private investors and companies examine the immigration position early enough to make better-informed commercial decisions.<\/p>\n

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Support for the person and the business<\/h2>\n

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A corporate immigration matter affects people as well as operational plans.<\/p>\n

The employee may need to know when they can travel, whether their spouse can work, what status their children will receive and when the family can make firm relocation arrangements. HR may need a realistic timeline, a clear document list and information it can share with leadership.<\/p>\n

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We explain the process in plain language and help each person understand what is required at the relevant stage. Our aim is to reduce unnecessary uncertainty without creating expectations that the legal process cannot support.<\/p>\n

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U.S. nationality and permanent residence advice<\/h2>\n

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Flynn Hodkinson also advises U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents living in Ireland.<\/p>\n

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