The E-2 visa lets citizens of treaty countries invest in and run a real, profit-making U.S. business. Although it doesn’t grant permanent residency like a Green Card, it can be renewed indefinitely as long as the enterprise stays active and viable.
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The E-2 Visa, or treaty investor visa, is one of the many types of U.S. visas available to citizens of countries with which the U.S. has trade treaties. The United States currently has trade treaties with more than 30 countries.
Individuals with substantial investment funds can enter the U.S. on an E-2 visa to establish a bona fide enterprise. A bona fide enterprise refers to setting or running a real and existing business or office that produces a profit-making service or product.
The E-2 visa does not provide residency, unlike a Green Card. However, one of its main benefits is extending the E-2 visa indefinitely or for as long as the investment enterprise is viable.
If you are interested in the E-2 visa, consult an employment immigration attorney for a complete analysis of your eligibility and help with the application process.
Treaty investors may apply for E-2 status if they currently have a lawful nonimmigrant status in the United States.
An employer can also request an E-2 visa for an employee currently in the United States with a lawful nonimmigrant status by filing Form I-129 on the employee’s behalf.
Unmarried children under 21 and spouses can accompany treaty investors and employees. Family members can apply for E-2 nonimmigrant status as dependents even if they do not have the same nationality as the principal applicant visa applicants.
If approved, they will have the same stay period (up to two years) as the treaty investor. Spouses of E-2 workers with valid E-2 or E-2S status are considered employment authorized incident to status, meaning they do not need to file a separate application to work in the U.S.
The exception is spouses of E-2 Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) investors, who must apply for separate employment authorization status.
To understand the required documents and the applicable legal requirements, consider hiring a Boynton Beach immigration lawyer.
The eligibility requirements for E-2 visa requirements include the following:
It is advisable to consult immigration law attorneys for more information on E-2 immigration visas and the immigration process. They can provide additional advice on immigration law and assist with application filing to ensure a smooth immigration experience.
The E-2 visa does not limit its holder’s ability to travel. You are permitted to travel an unlimited number of times up until the time that your E-2 visa expires. In addition, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will not restrict your time outside the country.
Since the E-2 visa is in the nonimmigrant visa category, it does not automatically result in the holder being granted a Green Card.
You need to submit an application for immigrant classification and get it approved before you can transition from an E2 visa to a Green Card.
If you’re applying for an E-2 visa or adjusting your status, consult an experienced immigration attorney for clear guidance on requirements and timelines.
The team at Leonelba Martínez, P.A. offers professional support to help ensure your application is complete and accurate—improving your chances of approval.
