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E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas L-1 Visa

I am an employer and I want to transfer several employees to the U.S. Is the L-1 visa a good option? Is the E-2 visa a good option?

Sometimes employers are faced with the need to transfer many employees from abroad to the United States within a short time frame. For example, a manufacturing company may take on a project that requires engineers or designers with a specific…

Jenny ZhanSeptember 28, 2020

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

My E-2 investor application was submitted to USCIS. What are the next steps?

An E-2 visa is a great option if you want to start a business in the U.S., you have invested a substantial amount of money in the U.S. or you are in the processing of investing the money, and you plan to…

Jenny ZhanSeptember 17, 2020

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

My E-2 visa application was denied. When can I re-apply?

Jenny ZhanSeptember 14, 2020

Covid 19 E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

US Consulate in Toronto has Resumed Processing E-2 Applications

According to the Toronto Consulate visa chief, the U.S. consulate in Toronto has resumed processing E-2 visa applications. An E-2 visa can be a great visa option for an investor who wants to buy or start a business. You can…

Jenny ZhanSeptember 8, 2020

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas L-1 Visa

I am an employer and I want to transfer several employees to the U.S. Is the L-1 visa a good option? Is the E-2 visa a good option?

Jenny ZhanSeptember 2, 2020

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Can 2 investors get an E-2 Visa for the same Company? Can we get 2 E-2 visas?

An E-2 visa can be a great visa option for an investor who wants to buy or start a business. You can find out more about the E-2 visa requirements by clicking here. In many cases, only one investor exists,…

Jenny ZhanSeptember 2, 2020

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Can an E-2 Investor or E-2 Employee get W-2 income from another Company? Can I work for another company on my E-2 visa?

An E-2 visa is available to entrepreneurs who want to start or buy a business in the U.S. You can find out more about the E-2 visa requirements by clicking here. While someone is in the U.S. on an E-2…

Jenny ZhanAugust 21, 2020

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Do I have to have an office space for an E-2 visa? Do I need an office space for an E-1 visa?

E-1 visa is a great visa for treaty traders who engage in international trade between the U.S. and their home treaty country. An E-2 visa is a great option if you want to start a business in the U.S., you have invested a substantial amount of…

Jenny ZhanAugust 20, 2020

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Do I have to attend an Interview for my E-2 visa renewal? Can my E-2 visa renewal Interview be waived?

An E-2 visa can be issued for up to 5 years, and after that it must be renewed. The renewal process usually involves submitting documentation that shows that you have hired employees, and that your business will continue to be…

Jenny ZhanAugust 20, 2020

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

E-2 Visa Reciprocity Increased for Mexican Nationals for a Higher Fee

The amount of time an E-2 visa can be granted for and the cost of issuing said visa varies by country and depends on the agreement (the legal term is reciprocity) between the applicant’s country and the United States. Some…

Jenny ZhanAugust 11, 2020

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

I am in the U.S. on an E-2 visa and I need to extend mine and my family’s E-2 status. What is the process?

An E-2 visa is a great option if you want to start a business in the U.S., you have invested a substantial amount of money in the U.S. or you are in the processing of investing the money, and you…

Jenny ZhanJuly 21, 2020

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

I changed my status in the U.S. from B-1 to E-2. Can my spouse apply for an E-2 visa at a Consulate abroad if I was never issued an E-2 visa?

Let’s analyze the following scenario: you came to the U.S. on a B-1 visa and filed a Change of Status application with USCIS asking to change your status to an E-2. Your spouse is currently outside the U.S. and would…

Jenny ZhanJuly 1, 2020

Immigration

What is a 221(g) visa refusal? What is a 214(b) refusal? Can I reapply for a visa if it was denied under 214(b)?

When you are applying for a visa at a Consulate, your visa may be approved, but the Consular Officer may also deny your visa application under section 214(b) or 221(g). What is a 214(b) visa denial? If your visa is…

Jenny ZhanJune 29, 2020

E-1 Visa E-2 Visa Extraordinary Ability H-1B and E-3 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

I had a J-1 visa in the past and I am subject to the 2-year residency requirement. Can I apply for an O visa? Can I apply for an E visa? Can I apply for an H-1B visa?

Participants of some J-1 visa programs are subject to a 2 year home residency requirement. This means, that the J-1 visa participants will have to return to their home country for at least 2 years after the completion of the…

Jenny ZhanJune 11, 2020

E-1 Visa E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

How Many E-2 visas are Approved? How Many E-1 Visas are approved?

Many clients ask the questions. What is the E-2 Visa Approval Rate? What is the E-1 Visa Approval Rate? One of the scariest aspects related to an E-2 visa is that an investor must spend funds even before being granted…

Jenny ZhanJune 10, 2020

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Can I get a Green Card While on an E-2 Visa? Green Card Considerations While on an E-2 Visa.

An E-2 visa is a temporary visa that can be issued for up to 5 years. The investor can renew this visa indefinitely, but the visa itself does not lead to a green card. You can find out more about…

Jenny ZhanJune 3, 2020

Business Plans E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

What Makes a Good E-2 Business Plan? Considerations for Immigration Business Plans

A business plan is a very important part of an E-2 visa application and is required in certain instances. The plan sets out a description of the business as well as important financial data including an income statement, balance sheet…

Jenny ZhanJune 1, 2020

E-1 Visa E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

I am Canadian and I want to apply for an E-1/E-2 visa. Do I need a visa stamp in my passport?

Jenny ZhanJune 1, 2020

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Can I Set Up Another Business While on an E-2 visa?

As an entrepreneur, an E-2 investor business owner may come across other good business ideas or businesses that he/she may want to get involved with. For example, an E-2 business owner may want to buy a new business or invest…

Jenny ZhanMay 29, 2020

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Can I Gift my relative money for an E-2 visa? Can I own part of the E-2 company and Gift money to a relative? Can my relative get an E-2 visa if I gift him part of the business?

An E-2 visa is a visa that entrepreneurs can obtain if they start or buy a business. You can find out more about the E-2 visa requirements by clicking here. One of the E-2 visa requirements is that the applicant…

Jenny ZhanMay 15, 2020

Covid 19 E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

I am in the U.S. on E-1 treaty trader/E-2 investor visa. Can I furlough my E-1/E-2 employees? Can I reduce working hours or reduce salaries of my E-1/E-2 employees?

Covid-19 has changed the rules for travel, engagement and employment. Many companies have started to reduce wages and put staff on leave, and some companies have reduced hours or terminated employees. Employers are facing difficult questions about how to proceed in light…

Jenny ZhanMay 6, 2020

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

I want to file an E-2 extension application with USCIS. Can I keep working for the E-2 company after my I-94 expires? What is the 240 day extension?

If you are in the U.S. on an E-2 investor status and your E-2 status is going to expire soon, you may stay in the U.S. and keep working for your E-2 company even after your E-2 status expires, if…

Jenny ZhanMay 6, 2020

E-1 Visa E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

What are some activities an E-2 visa holder can do while in the U.S.? What are some activities that an E-1 visa holder can do while in the U.S.?

E-2 investor visa is an excellent choice for an entrepreneur that wants to start or buy a business in the U.S. You can find out more about an E-2 visa by clicking here. An E-1 visa is available when a…

Jenny ZhanApril 27, 2020

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

My E-2 visa was denied and now my ESTA is no longer valid. How can I get a B-1 visa if my E-2 has been denied? I cannot travel on ESTA, how can I get a B visa?

If you have a valid ESTA, you can use this to enter the U.S. to organize everything you need to apply for an E-2 visa. You can find out more about the visa waiver program by clicking here. While in…

Jenny ZhanApril 13, 2020

E-1 Visa E-2 Visa Extraordinary Ability H-1B and E-3 Visa Immigration Investor Visas L-1 Visa TN Visa

I was not selected in the H-1B visa lottery. What other visa can I apply for? Can my employer sponsor me for a green card? Can I apply for a green card?

If you were not selected in this year’s H-1B visa lottery and you want to stay in the U.S., here are some possible visa options you could consider. TN Visa for Canadian and Mexican nationals: If you are Canadian or…

Jenny ZhanApril 7, 2020

Covid 19 E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

I am in the U.S. on an E-2 visa, can I apply for loans under the Stimulus Bill? Is there a Public Charge impact to applying for loans under the Stimulus Bill if I am on a Visa?

As a result of the unprecedented Corona Virus pandemic, Congress passed bipartisan economic relief legislation. The components include stimulus payments to individuals, expanded unemployment benefits and coverage, help to small businesses, and more. The bill is a complex one (over 800…

IanScottApril 4, 2020

E-1 Visa E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Is an E-1 visa better than an E-2 visa? Am I qualified for both an E-1 and E-2 visa?

There are certain situations when our clients qualify for both an E-1 and an E-2 visa. An E-2 visa is a great option if you want to start a business in the U.S., you have invested a substantial amount of…

Jenny ZhanMarch 24, 2020

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Can My Family or Friends Loan me Money for an E-2 Investment? Do I Need a Loan Agreement if the Loan is from Family or Friends?

An E-2 investor visa allows foreign nationals of certain countries to run a business in the United States. They must own at least 50% of the business, invest a substantial amount of their personal funds and be planning to develop…

Jenny ZhanFebruary 24, 2020

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Can I apply for an E-2 visa if I enter on a B-2 Visa? Can I Change status to E-2 if I am not in B-1 status? Can I change status to E-2?

While most E-2 visas are filed at U.S. Consulates abroad, there are some instances where an applicant may apply for a change of status while in the U.S. For example, an applicant could enter the U.S. on B status and…

Jenny ZhanFebruary 14, 2020

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

How do I show Control for an E-2 visa? Do I have to own 51% of a company to get an E-2 visa? Does an E-2 visa require 50% or 51% ownership?

An E-2 visa has a number of requirements including investing money and hiring U.S. workers. The visa is only available to nationals from certain countries and in order to get an E-2 visa, the U.S. entity must be at least…

Jenny ZhanFebruary 13, 2020

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

If my business changes, do I need a New E-2 Visa? If I file a substantial change with USCIS for an E-2, do I need a new Visa? What is required if my E-2 business changes?

An E-2 visa is approved based on the specific business and documents that are presented to a Consulate or USCIS. This documentation normally includes a Business plan that describes the business as well as documents related to the entity set…

Jenny ZhanFebruary 10, 2020

E-1 Visa E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Do I have to Live in the U.S. if I get an E-2 Visa? Do I have to Live in the U.S. if I get an E-1 Visa? Does an E-1 or E-2 visa require that I reside in the U.S?

An E-2 visas allow applicants to live and work in the U.S. based on either starting or buying a U.S. business. The E-2 visa is based on Treaties between the U.S. and other countries and requires the investor to invest…

Jenny ZhanFebruary 6, 2020

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

I want to apply for an E-2 visa. Can my spouse apply for an E-2 spousal visa? Do we have to apply at the same time? What documents should my spouse bring to the interview?

If you are applying for an E-2 investor or an E-2 employee visa, your spouse may apply for an E-2 spousal visa. Please note that your spouse does not have to have the same nationality as you and your spouse…

Jenny ZhanFebruary 6, 2020

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

What Happens When You Sell You E-2 Business? What Happens if I sell the assets of My E-2 Business? What happens if I sell my E-2 business but keep the Corporation?

An E-2 visa can be obtained by nationals from certain countries if they buy or start a business. You can find out more about an E-2 visa by clicking here. Most applicants apply for an E-2 visa at a U.S.…

Jenny ZhanJanuary 31, 2020

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Do I have to Apply for an E-2 visa in my Home Country? Can I apply for an E-2 visa at any Consulate? Where should I apply for an E-2 visa?

If you are outside of the United States, you must apply for an E-2 visa at a U.S. Consulate. The application is normally done at the U.S. Consulate in the country in which you reside but there are exceptions or…

Jenny ZhanJanuary 27, 2020

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