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New E-2 Visa Renewal Procedure for Toronto

The U.S. Consulate in Toronto has changed its procedure for renewals of E-2 visas. If the applicant did not receive their initial visa in Toronto, the applicant can no longer use the streamline application process, instead the applicant will have…

Jenny ZhanMay 31, 2019

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Israeli Nationals outside of the US can now Apply for E-2 Visas, Israeli Nationals Inside the US can now Change Status to E-2, and Israeli E-2 Visa Validity Length Announced.

The E-2 treaty investor agreement signed between the United States and Israel came into effect on May 1, 2019. Israeli nationals who are interested in investing in the United States can now apply for the E-2 visa. USCIS has also announced…

Jenny ZhanMay 3, 2019

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

I want to apply for an E-2 Investor visa. Can I bring over an employee right away? What is the process for getting the E-2 investor and E-2 employee visas at the same time?

An E-2 Investor Visa is a great visa for entrepreneurs who are nationals of treaty countries, have money to invest and want to start a business in the United States. The business can be large or small, but it must plan…

IanScottAugust 23, 2017

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Can I bring my Parents or Close Relatives with me to the US on my E-2 Visa?

The E-2 visa is a visa classification that permits a foreign national to live in the United States to develop and direct the operations of a business. Upon the approval of an E-2 application, an applicant’s spouse and children under…

IanScottMay 8, 2017

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Do I have to Hire Employees to get an E-2 Visa?

An E-2 visa is a great option for entrepreneurs who want to start and run a business in the United States. You can read more about the specific E-2 requirements here. One common myth about the E-2 visa is that…

IanScottSeptember 14, 2016

E-2 Visa H-1B and E-3 Visa Immigration L-1 Visa TN Visa

I Want to Work in the United States. What are my Options?

I own a business outside the U.S. and would like to open an office in the United States. If you want to come to the United States temporarily to open a U.S. office, an L-1A visa may be the right…

IanScottJanuary 7, 2016

Business/Corporate & Contracts E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

How Do You Open a U.S. Bank Account when Applying for an E-2 Visa? The Steps to Opening an EIN Number and a U.S. Bank Account When Applying for an E-2 Visa.

An E-2 visa is an excellent investor visa option for an individual or company that wants to start a business in the U.S. The E-2 visa is available to nationals of certain Treaty countries (around 80 are on the list)…

IanScottNovember 18, 2015

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

What are Common E-2 Investment Expenses? How can I increase my E-2 Investment Amount?

An E-2 Visa is a great visa option for a business or individual who wants to start a business in the U.S.. The full set of E-2 visa requirements can be found by clicking here. One E-2 visa requirement is…

IanScottOctober 14, 2015

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

What is an Escrow Agreement and How Can it be Used for an E-2 Visa? What if my E-2 Visa does not get Approved when I have Bought a Business?

An E-2 visa is an investor visa that permits a company or individual to buy or start a business in the United States. The investment amount can be low depending on the type of business and there is no requirement…

IanScottOctober 13, 2015

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas Questions & Answers

What are the Most Common E-2 Visa Questions Asked by Our Clients?

An E-2 visa is a visa that permits a foreign investor to start or purchase a business in the U.S. with a relatively low investment amount. The investor must be a citizen of one of the 80 Treaty countries and…

IanScottJuly 7, 2015

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

The Two Types of E-2 Employee Visas

An E-2 visa is a great option for investors who want to develop and run a business in the U.S.. More information on the requirements for an E-2 Investor visa can be found here. An E-2 visa can also be a…

IanScottApril 15, 2015

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Which Countries Are Eligible for an E-2 Visa?

An E-2 visa is the perfect visa option for many foreign national entrepreneurs that want to either start or buy a business in the United States. An E-2 visa has a number of subjective requirements (eg. You must invest a…

IanScottFebruary 19, 2015

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

How Long Can an E-2 Visa be Issued For?

An E-2 visa is an investor visa that is issued to entrepreneurs who wish to start or buy a business in the U.S.. The investor must invest a certain amount of money in the U.S. (usually much greater than $50,000)…

IanScottOctober 21, 2014

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Does A Spouse of an E-2 Investor Visa Holder Require Employment Authorization

An E-2 Investor Visa is a visa option available to foreign nationals who want to start and manage a business in the United States. The visa requires a capital investment to either start or purchase a business and the amount…

IanScottSeptember 1, 2014

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

E-2 Visa Processing and the E-2 Visa Interview

An E-2 visa is an excellent visa choice for those who have a small (or large) amount of money and wish to invest that money to buy or start a business in the U.S.. In order to qualify for the…

IanScottJune 15, 2014

E-2 Visa EB-5 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Does an E-2 Visa “Lead To” A Green Card?

There are several differences between an E-2 and an EB-5 visa. For example, an E-2 is a non-immigrant visa so when you apply for an E-2 visa you are not applying for a green card. Also, unlike the EB-5 immigrant…

IanScottMarch 4, 2014

E-2 Visa EB-5 Visa H-1B and E-3 Visa Immigration Investor Visas L-1 Visa

Coming to America? Some Immigration Options for Investors & Entrepreneurs

Foreign nationals who wish to start their businesses in America often find themselves trying to navigate the complicated regulatory scheme that includes immigration law, SEC rules associated with raising capital, and understanding other U.S. laws. One thing that is clear…

IanScottNovember 25, 2013