WHAT IS US E2 VISA?

The E2 treaty investor visa allows foreign entrepreneurs from E2 treaty nations to enter into the U.S. for the purpose of directing and developing the operations of an enterprise they have invested in, or are in the process of investing, a substantial amount of capital.

The investment must be significantly proportional to the total investment, that is, usually more than half the total value of the enterprise, or if it is a new business, an amount normally considered necessary to establish the business.

VISA REQUIREMENTS:

  • At least 50% of the US Company must be owned by the foreign company or individuals who have the same nationality of the relevant foreign treaty company.
  • E2 investor visa can be used to starting a business in the US as a foreign national if the investment involved is substantial.
  • Risk Capital has been committed to the E2 Treaty Investor business: the investment must entail some risk to the investor.
  • Risk Capital has been committed to the E2 Treaty Investor business: the investment must entail some risk to the investor.
  • The E2 Treaty Investor should be involved in managing the business.

Family Coverage

The whole family including the applicant, spouse and children under the age of 21 can obtain the E2 visa.

Processing time for O1 visa

The E2 visa takes around 1-2 months of time.

BENEFITS OF E2 VISA:

Ability to live and work in the USA.

E2 visa is valid for a period of 5 years.

E2 visa acts as a route for obtaining US green card.

Need not maintain a foreign residence to get an E2 visa.

Low requirements for doing business in the USA.

Can renew the visa for as long as the company operates.

By getting E2 visa, the spouse and unmarried children less than 21 years can also qualify for E2 visa.

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