The $500 fraud fee is not required, since the (VSC) does not consider this a "change of status," but a change in the conditions of employment.
In regard to completing Form I-129, VSC provided the following guidance:
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Changing from L-1B to L-1A and requesting an extension of stay:
- Part 2.2 Basis for Classification: indicate c. "Change in previously approved employment"
- Part 5 Requested Action: indicate c. "Extend the stay of the person(s) since they now hold this status"
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Changing from L-1B to L-1A without an extension request for additional time:
- Part 2.2 Basis for Classification: indicate c. "Change in previously approved employment"