The E-2 visa allows nationals of treaty countries to enter the U.S. to develop and direct a business in which they’ve made a substantial investment. It is a renewable nonimmigrant visa ideal for small-to-medium-sized business owners.
The E-2 visa allows nationals of treaty countries to enter the U.S. to develop and direct a business in which they’ve made a substantial investment. It is a renewable nonimmigrant visa ideal for small-to-medium-sized business owners.
National of a country with an E-2 treaty with the U.S.
Investment must be substantial, at-risk, and committed
Business must be real, active, and viable
Applicant must direct and develop the business
Visa is renewable as long as business continues to qualify
Proof of nationality from a treaty country
Proof of substantial investment in a real and operating U.S. business
Detailed business plan with 5-year projections
Evidence of control and ownership (at least 50%)
Proof that business is not marginal (must create jobs or income beyond self-support)
Consular Processing: 3–6 weeks (varies by consulate)
Change of Status (within U.S.): 2–4 months (15-day premium processing available)
DS-160 (for consular applicants): $315 (varies slightly by country)
Form I-129 (for change of status): $460
Premium Processing (optional): $2,805