E2 Visa: Treaty Investors

For investors and entrepreneurs seeking opportunities in the United States, the E2 visa is a popular choice. This visa allows qualified individuals to live in the U.S., manage a business, and work for their own company.

E2 Visa Overview

The E2 visa is a non-immigrant visa tailored for investors, entrepreneurs, and business owners aiming to establish or manage a business in the United States.

Active Management: You can either start a new business in the U.S. or invest in an existing one, taking an active role in its development and operations.
Substantial Capital: Eligible applicants must invest a substantial amount of capital into a U.S. business and play a central role in directing and growing the enterprise.
Renewability: As long as the E2 business remains active and continues to meet visa requirements, you can renew the E2 visa indefinitely.

Benefits of the E2 Visa

Start & Operate a U.S. Business

Establish, operate, and successfully grow your business in the United States while enjoying long-term investment opportunities.

Family Benefits

Your spouse and unmarried children under 21 may also qualify. Your spouse may apply for work authorization, and your children can attend school in the U.S.

Flexible Threshold

No absolute minimum investment is required, but E-2 visa investments typically start at around $50,000 or less, depending on the business type.

Unlimited Renewals

The E-2 visa can be renewed indefinitely as long as the business remains operational.

No Foreign Residence Requirement

Unlike many non-immigrant visas, the E-2 visa does not require you to maintain a foreign residence.

Requirements for an E2 Visa

To qualify for an E2 visa, applicants must meet the following requirements:

1. Nationality

You must be a citizen of a country with an active E2 treaty with the U.S.

2. Intent to Depart

You must intend to leave the United States once your E2 status expires.

3. Significant Investment

You must make a substantial financial investment in a U.S. business.

4. Operating Business

The business should be active, generating income, and capable of economic impact.

5. Non-Marginal Enterprise

Must generate more than enough income to support the visa holder and their family.

6. Managerial Role

You should play an active role in managing and growing the business.

7. Legal Investment Funds

The funds for investment must come from a legal source.

8. At-Risk Investment

The investment must be at-risk, meaning fully committed to the business with the possibility of loss.

Countries with E2 Treaty Eligibility

Only citizens from countries that maintain an E2 treaty with the United States are eligible for the E2 visa. Here is a list of eligible countries:

Albania, Argentina, Armenia, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Belgium, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Cameroon, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Congo (Brazzaville), Congo (Kinshasa), Costa Rica, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Estonia, Ethiopia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Grenada, Honduras, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, Liberia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Mexico, Moldova, Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Panama, Paraguay, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Senegal, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, South Korea, Spain, Sri Lanka, Suriname, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Togo, Trinidad & Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Yugoslavia.

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