What is the E-2 visa?

 

It is a part of a Treaty of Commerce, where members of this treaty obtain the right to work and live in the USA.

 

The general qualification of a treaty investor:

• Be a national of country which US keeps a Treaty of Commerce and navigation
• Invest in US enterprise (sufficient capital – depending on the business)
• Investor can control their investment, usually 50% ownership of the business in US
• The enterprise has to be active
• Treaty investors will only need to create two to three jobs within 24 months
• If your country is not part of the E-2 treaty you can invest in a third country (part of E-2 treaty) and apply for a citizenship through an approved-government agent. Once you have had your citizenship for five (5) years, you will then be able to apply for the E-2 visa.

 

The Benefits:

• The E-2 visa is a great way for entrepreneurs to start businesses in the U.S
• The investment of substantial amount is as little as $200,000
• It is potentially obtained in less than 15 days
• This visa can be for 5 years and it can be renewed indefinitely
• Travel freedom for family
• Can benefit from no taxation on worldwide income
• If the business is a great success, investors can potentially get the opportunity to transition their E-2 visa into a Green Card through EB-5
• Spouse can work anywhere and children will benefit from the education system.

E-2 Visa Treaty Countries

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E-2 Quick Entry into the U.S. and Temporary Residency for Investors

  • Substantial investment required to acquire an existing U.S. business or franchises.
  • E-2 Visa is granted initially for a two to five-year period with no limitation on extensions of stay (additional two to five years).
  • E-2 can be converted into Permanent Residency (EB-5).

To obtain citizenship in a country that has an E-2 Treaty with the U.S.

 

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