L1B visa new degree requirements? Or lawyer playing with me?

[Dzev]

Hi all,

Sorry for the long message, I’m just in a very bad mood because of this and thought to ask here - hopefully someone know the answer

I’m considered by my company as a specialized software developer. I have been through a long process of internal hiring to the US. My company paid to an external lawyer to apply for me with L1B visa.
I have many certifications acquired over the years, however they haven’t been taken in university. It was self study and exam by pearson vue.
I don’t posses a degree, simply because I invested in my career which is so far very successful without a degree. Not mocking the university system, it’s just my view and decision that I took

The layer said I must have a degree (in any subject!) or verified by previous manager with high recommendation from over 10 years of experience in the field. And then send it to evaluator
It’s quite hard to get it because I switched 4 job in the last 15 years.

from what I read, there is no requirement for a degree for L1B visa! Why they lawyer do this to me? is it a new requirement or else they just want to cover themselves for an easy application?

thanks in advance

[Libra_14]

L1B is a specialized knowledge visa. You certainly need a degree to prove that you really studied well for that subject & have specialized knowledge to be able to get the L1B visa.

Certificate doesn't hold much value for visa (they are treated as add-on).

[Dzev]

The lawyer said even degree in history can help. How degree in history is relevant to specialisation but experience + certs and recommendations not treated as such?

are you sure about it?

[Libra_14]

The lawyer said even degree in history can help. How degree in history is relevant to specialisation but experience + certs and recommendations not treated as such?

are you sure about it?

yes, because the attorney will only mention that you are a "degreed professional" (subject won't be shown there).

[Dzev]

Shame. Then I have no chance I didn’t complete the degree because I wanted to focus on the relevant IT certifications.

thanks for your help

[Libra_14]

It's sad, but I also know firsthand that in some companies or for certain positions, it is necessary to have a degree. And besides, it doesn't even matter what degree (I'm talking about the field), the main thing is to have it.

Its just a way to scrutinize top people from the a bunch.

[lawrencejonish]

I recently came across a discussion regarding potential changes in L1B visa requirements. I consulted a lawyer who advised me to complete a new degree to meet the updated criteria. However, I can't help but wonder if the lawyer is just playing with me to increase their fees. It's a significant decision, and I want to make sure I'm not being misled. If anyone has faced a similar situation or has insights on L1B visa requirements, I would greatly appreciate your input. I'm curious about the ethical implications of such services.