E-2 Visas are a non-immigrant visa that allows certain nationals of treaty countries to live and work in the United States by investing in a United States business. E-2 Visas are for those who invest a substantial; amount of money in a new or already existing U.S. business.
You must be able to prove substantial investment, although there is no fixed amount usually it is $100,000 or more. The investment must be enough to show successful operation, and should be able to prove a bona fide business showing the investment funds were obtained legally. An E-2 Visa is ideal for those entrepreneurs, and investors from treaty countries that would like to work, invest, and live in the US in order to develop a business, without the pressure of applying for a green card. With a E-2 visa there is no limit on the times you may renew your visa as long as the business is active and meets the requirements which provides long term flexibility. Deciding the proper type of visa to suit your needs can be a daunting task that’s why our team is dedicated to providing you with all the information and support needed to ensure compliance and satisfaction of service.
E-1 Visas is a non-immigrant visa which allows for nationals of treaty countries who intend to maintain or engage in substantial trade. This Visa category is usually ideal for import and export businesses, service providers, or international brokers.
- Citizen of treaty country
- Substantial trade regular continuous, or significant
- At least 50% trade volume between U.S. and treaty country
- Work in a position requiring specialized knowledge, essential skills, or to direct trade operations as an executive or owner.
- Non-immigrant visa, meaning intent to depart upon expiration of visa
- Renewable indefinitely as long as the applicant continues to meet the requirement
Contact us today and we will help you find out what visa category fits your goals.
