Many E-2 investors eventually reach the same question: can someone who is not a manager and does not have an impressive academic background still qualify for an E-2 visa as…
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Many investors preparing for an E-2 visa focus primarily on the “investment amount.” However, in actual adjudications, it is not uncommon for the E-2 visa investment strategy to have a…
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In E-2 consultations, we often see investors who are also considering the EB-5 program or are not fully sure how the two options are different. Deciding between the E-2 vs…
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When considering an EB-5 investment, timing is often a concern. This is especially the case given the average processing time for rural EB-5 projects and related I-526E petitions is around…
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For investors pursuing an EB-5 direct investment compliance strategy whose source of funds has already been fully documented and whose I-526 petition has been filed with USCIS, there are critical…
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As a firm that has processed hundreds of E-2 visas, we frequently hear from clients asking whether the E-2 visa program is being impacted by the Trump administration. The short…
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For EB-5 direct investment cases, corporate governance documents, most commonly LLC Operating Agreements or Corporate Shareholder Agreements, take on a role far greater than mere corporate formalities. These documents function…
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The EB-5 program allows individuals to get a green card if they invest $800,000 or $1,050,000 in a business that creates 10 full-time jobs. The investment amount that is required…
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When evaluating U.S. residency options, the EB-2 NIW vs EB-5 pathways stand out as the two most popular self-petition pathways used by investors and entrepreneurs to pursue permanent residency in…
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In the dynamic landscape of American entrepreneurship, the E-2 Treaty Investor Visa stands as a premier pathway for individuals from treaty countries to establish and direct a business within the…
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One of the most frequently asked questions among those preparing for the E-2 treaty investor visa is whether the investment funds must originate from the applicant's home country. In many…
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When reviewing the technical details of the E-2 visa regulations, one specific phrase carries more weight than most: the mandate to "Develop and Direct." By definition, a treaty investor must…
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When a multinational corporation or an international entrepreneur looks to move staff to a United States office, the intra-company transferee visa, formally known as the L-1 visa, is typically the…
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The E-1 Visa is an attractive option for entrepreneurs and companies that conduct substantial international trade with the United States. A common point of confusion is whether applicants must hire…
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For many international entrepreneurs and investors, securing an E-2 visa is a significant milestone that allows them to live and work in the United States. However, a common source of…
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If you are considering applying for an E-1 visa, one of the most common questions is whether you need to establish a legal entity in the United States as part of the process. The…
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Applying for an E-2 visa often involves purchasing or investing in a business in the United States. While immigration regulations do not explicitly require due diligence, this step is critical…
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When calculating the total amount you have invested in your U.S. business for an E-2 visa application, every legitimate expense counts toward meeting the "substantial investment" requirement. A common question…
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There is breaking news concerning E-2 visa applications that significantly impacts where applicants can attend their visa interviews. The government has issued new guidance restricting the ability of individuals to…
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If you are applying for an E-2 visa and considering a partnership where each partner owns 50% of the business, you might be wondering if it is possible for one…
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