for Startups

Don't let visas slow down your hiring

Alma handles every step of the immigration process for startups and founders, from offer to start date.

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Active cases list with filter tabs for All, In progress, and Approved, showing four cases with their visa type, status, and current milestone: Jorge M. (O-1A, In Progress, RFE response filed), Aiko T. (Green card EB-2, In Progress, Petition filed), Liam K. (TN renewal, In Progress, PERM posting), and Priya S. (H-1B transfer, Approved, Case Closed).

Leading startups trust Alma to run immigration

100%
Approval rate across all case types

< 1 hour
Time to manage entire  
program per week

< 2 weeks
Avg case turnaround time after evidence collection

What's included

From hire to approval, faster

Start with the right strategy, and eliminate the visa chaos that slows down hiring.

Pathway analysis for a beneficiary named Maya R., comparing visa options: O-1A recommended, EB-1A rated strong, H-1B listed as backup, and L-1A marked not eligible.

01 Strategy

Build the strongest case

We choose the best visa strategy upfront, so cases are approved and move forward without issues.

Clear guidance on the right visa for every hire

Strategy informed by thousands of prior approvals

Experienced attorneys with consistently high approval rates

02 Execution

Our system keeps cases moving

We run every case end-to-end through our AI-powered platform, so nothing stalls or gets missed.

Alma owns every step, from assessment through approval

Your attorney actively manages each case end-to-end

Fast, responsive support when you need it

Step-by-step O-1A case timeline showing completed intake, evidence collection, and petition drafting stages, with filing and USCIS approval steps still pending.

Live program overview dashboard for Acme Global showing 42 active cases and a 98% approval rate, with a case list displaying statuses: approved, in review, and filing.

03 Experience

No confusion. No bottlenecks.

Know exactly what's happening without chasing updates. Alma gives full visibility to you and your employee.

Real-time status and next steps for every case

One place for documents, updates, and communication

Fewer interruptions and questions from your team

Visibility

Always know what's happening

Get a clear, immediate view of every case, so never have to wait on updates again.

Tasks and compliance panel showing two pending tasks, 'Sign Form G-28' and 'Upload latest payslip,' with 'Confirm address' completed, alongside compliance progress bars for Authorization to Stay, Authorization to Work, Passport, and PAF.

Real-time case tracker

See status, timelines, and next steps anytime, no emails required.

Mobile chat thread between a user and an attorney, asking whether a second recommendation letter is still needed, with the attorney replying that a request has been drafted, and a reply field showing 'Replying will re-open this...'

All communication in one place

Message your attorney, share docs, and get answers without back-and-forth.

Notifications panel for today listing three updates: a petition filed with USCIS with a receipt notice expected within 7 days, a reminder to sign Form G-28, and a strategy call scheduled with Victoria S.

Automated updates and reminders

We run it all. Cases keep moving without you following up.

Founders don't manage immigration anymore

"Alma is more than just a legal service provider; they are a trusted partner and true extension of our team. We couldn't imagine navigating immigration without their support."

Superpower

"Having a partner like Alma that truly understands those dynamics and helps make the process clear and manageable has been hugely valuable for us."

Rowan

Co-Founder & CEO, Ekho

"We just hire without thinking what the visa situation would look like. We just focus on hiring, and we know Alma will take care of it."

Priya Gupta

Founder's Office, Sybill

Outcomes you can count on

Move faster than traditional  immigration firms

2 weeks

Approximate case preparation timeline once evidence is collected, vs 4–6 weeks with traditional firms.

Hours

Your attorney replies to your questions in hours, not weeks.

Day 1

Onboard a hire today and cases start immediately, no backlog

Our Promise

We win, or you  don't pay

Typically 30–40% lower cost than big law firms

No inefficiencies or unnecessary back-and-forth

No hidden costs or billable hours

Leading you with care

Get visas approved, without the work

Alma is your dedicated legal team and AI-powered platform that keep every case moving, from hire to approval.

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