Investment visas or E visas are a popular non-immigrant visa to the United States, which gives foreign investors and entrepreneurs the opportunity to work and live in the United States. As a non-immigrant visa, E-investor visas do not provide a direct path to permanent residence, but E-visa holders can hold E status for longer periods. If… [Read More]
Looking Ahead: How a Biden Presidency Could Impact Immigration
President Joe Biden inherited an immigration landscape that changed dramatically in the four years of the Trump Administration. Under its “Buy American, Hire American” directive, the Trump Administration changed the way federal immigration laws are interpreted and enforced, leading to increased scrutiny of every conceivable aspect of legal immigration, from obtaining U.S. citizenship to coming… [Read More]
E-2 FAQ – What E-2 investment expenses qualify for substantial investment
One of the primary hurdles for an E-2 visa petition is proving a petitioner has made a “substantial investment” in their U.S. enterprise. This step shows a petitioner has skin in the game – that they are serious about starting a business, setting it up for success, and growing their enterprise. For more information on… [Read More]
E-2 Visa FAQ – Can I Start a Consulting Business with Little Overhead
The E-2 visa is a nonimmigrant visa used by foreign nationals from E-2 treaty countries to open a business in the United States. The flexibility of the visa makes it a reliable immigration strategy for any kind of business – from entrepreneurs, to restauranteurs, to franchisees, to multinational companies looking to set up shop in… [Read More]
What are the differences between the EB-5 and E-2 investor visa programs?
Immigrant business owners hold a storied place in the American economy – and U.S. immigration laws carve out pathways for those who want to come to the United States, invest money, and hire American workers. EB-5 and E-2 visas are the two most common visas for investors and corporations and carry unique benefits and requirements…. [Read More]
Opening a Business in the United States? Comparing the L Visa and E Visa Categories
While most visa categories for businesses require “sponsorship” by U.S. businesses or institutions, two visa categories allow business investors and entrepreneurs to open a business in the United States – the L visa and E visa. While these two visas can be used separately, together, they can be the cornerstone of a robust immigration plan… [Read More]
Treaty Countries for E Visas
Treaty Countries for E Visas E Visas are a popular nonimmigrant visa to the United States, giving foreign investors and entrepreneurs the chance to work and live in the U.S. As a nonimmigrant visa, the E investor visas do not provide a direct path to permanent residence, however E visa holders can hold an E status… [Read More]
More Life Lessons from 90 Day Fiancé – What to do When Your Fiancé has a Criminal Record
TV network TLC shows the highs and lows – plenty of lows – for a motley crew of U.S. citizens and the foreign nationals they hope to marry in the hit reality show 90 Day Fiancé. While plenty of 90 Day Fiancé is meltdown and melodrama reality TV show fodder, the show also provides valuable… [Read More]
3 Red Flags to Avoid in Your Investor Visa Petition
The E Visa for investors and entrepreneurs presents a straightforward avenue for non-US citizens from treaty countries to start a business in the United States. The visa has stringent requirements attached, but once obtained, can be a very business-friendly visa because it allows business owners to hire workers from their own country, and it can… [Read More]
What is a Substantial Investment for E-2 Visas?
One of the most common questions we get when foreign investors and entrepreneurs are considering an E-2 Visa is – What IS a substantial investment? E-2 Visas require a “substantial investment” from the visa applicant to start their business in the United States (for a list of other requirements, click here). The definition of “substantial… [Read More]
