Non-immigrant investor visa
An E2 Visa is an investors visa that allows you and your family (spouse and children under age 21) to live in the USA for at least 2 years (unlimited extensions) or more as long as you invest and maintain your investment.
Long term share holder information
There is no set minimum level of investment which may qualify for E2 Visa Treaty Investor status. Our recommendation is at least $50,000 if in the United States and $100,000 if outside.
Too good to be true?
Here it is US Government information portal for E2 Visa (click here to find out) Some countries are not eligible for E2 visas. The list of countries that can participate in E2 visa Click here to find out
No Quota No Cap- E2 visas are Unlimited
The business should create employment in the US for both the E2 treaty visa national investor and US citizens and residents in 5 years. The investment must be in an active and operating business that requires people to work in the business. Therefore passive investments in say property or stocks and bonds do not qualify. An E2 visa basically allows you to buy entry into the USA without actually "immigrating”.
Nonimmigrant-Extends easily
An E2 visa basically allows you to buy entry into the USA without actually "immigrating”. The E2 can be renewed indefinitely as long as the investor is running the business and it generates "more than enough revenue" to support the investor's family. You can invest in virtually anything or trade in virtually anything. E2 visas are considered nonimmigrant visas. However, once an investor is able to qualify and enter into the U.S. in this category, they are able to look for other opportunities and to apply for green cards and eventually citizenship.
E-2 VISA PROCESS
Step 1:
Arrange Investment
Arrange either $50,000 or $100,000 (outside the US) and make sure it is fully traceable. (Money earned, Property Sold, Inheritance, Gift or Loan)
Step 2:
Invest
- Open a US Company where you are at least 51% owner
- Decide on a business to purchase. We can help. It could be a franchise, existing or new, and could be a partnership
- Sign a contract to purchase the business.
Step 3:
Escrow the Money
- Hire an Escrow Agent
- Secure your funds in an "escrow" account to ensure your commitment to the purchase even if you obtain your visa.
Step 4:
Apply for E2 Visa
Apply for the E-2 visa. If you get the E-2 visa, you have to purchase the business. If you don’t get the E-2 visa, then the money is returned to you by Escrow Agent.
Required Documents for E2 Visa
Beneficiary (The person applying for E-2)
- Copies of Beneficiary's degrees and diplomas and detailed resume.
- Biographical Information for Beneficiary like passport, birth certificate, and marriage certificate.
- VERY IMPORTANT: Source of Funds: Bank Statement for Beneficiary showing funds including any wire transfers or transactions and explanations.
- Any gift letters if money is used that belongs to someone else.
If you are buying an existing business.
- Company's incorporation documents
- Commercial License
- Certificate of Good Standing, identifying the ownership structure of the company
- The Articles of Association above, which identifies the percentages of ownership
- Audited Annual Financial Statements for Last Two Years Years
- Bank Statements for Last Two Years Years
- Sales Tax reports for the last 2 years
- Payroll Report for the last 6 months
- Lease Agreement
- Photos of the business
- Monthly Expense Report including Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
- Purchase Orders, Invoices, Utility bills including Telephone/Cell Phone bills
- Marketing and Promotional Materials
- Company Presentation Fliers, Brochures
- Website Printouts
- The financial projection and business plan
If you are buying an existing business.
- The financial projection and business plan.
- Lease for an office.