An overview of the differences between the EB-5 direct investment and regional center programs.
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To qualify for the E1 visa, there must be a substantial and continuous flow of trade between the US and the treaty country, exceeding 50% of all international trades, and…
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If your E-2 was approved at a U.S. Consulate and you want to extend with USCIS, you should be prepared to provide evidence of your initial investment, including the source…
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Nationals of an E-1 visa treaty country must own at least 50% in the E-1 company.
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An update to the Foreign Affairs Manual has changed how visa validity & reciprocity fees are determined for spouses and children of E-2 visa holders.
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Generally, the E-1 visa applicants don’t have to show that they have residence abroad which they don’t intent to abandon.
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An overview of the EB-5 job creation requirement and business plan.
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It may be possible to use a foreign entity’s assets as part of the investment to a new E-2 entity by first transferring it to the investor as a dividend…
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As of March 15, 2022, a new commercial entity can only support one EB-5 investor, unless the new commercial entity is under the regional center program.
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Understanding the EB-5 new commercial enterprise and existing business definitions.
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Loan proceeds can be counted as capital toward the EB-5 investment.
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An overview and tips to navigate the EB-5 source of funds requirement.
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E-1 visa is a great visa for treaty traders who engage in substantial international trade between the U.S. and their home country.
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The EB-5 regulations allow for the investment to be completed after the application is filed, but doing so raises risk of denial.
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EB-5 investment funds must be made available to the job-creating entity and cannot be diverted toward another purpose.
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If a married couple owns an E-2 business 50/50, it is usually best for one person to apply as the E-2 investor and the other to apply as the E-2…
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What you need to know about the E-2 employee visa and its requirements.
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A corporation has treaty country nationality if at least 50% of its ownership interests are held by nationals of treaty countries. If the company is owned by another company, the…
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E-2 applicants must provide sufficient documentation specifying the source of funds used in the investment, which may include extensive tax returns, bank statements, receipts, and transactional agreements.
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