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 [...]
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 [...]
I am Canadian and I want to apply for an E-1/E-2 visa. Do I need a visa stamp in my passport?
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 [...]
Can I enter the U.S. on my E-2 visa? Can I enter the U.S. during Covid-19 with my E-2?
The Covid-19 crisis has disrupted all aspects of daily life. With both borders and Consulates closed, travel to and from the U.S. can be [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
My status is running out and I cannot leave because of Corona Virus. Can I file a Change of Status application in the U.S.? What are the Implications of filing this application?
When you enter the U.S. on a visa, your I-94 date governs the amount of time that you are permitted to stay in the [...]
I am on an E-2 visa but cannot go back to my Consulate to Renew, what can I do? My E-2 visa is about to expire and Covid-19 is preventing me from going to my Consulate.
Covid-19 has caused havoc in our daily lives and the immigration scenario is no different. Unfortunately, the Government has not yet offered a blanket [...]
I am in the U.S. on E-2 employee visa. Can I apply for unemployment benefits due to the Coronavirus? Can my spouse apply for unemployment benefits due to the Coronavirus?
Due to the coronavirus outbreak, many of our clients ask us the following question: Can I apply for unemployment benefits? If I apply for [...]
E-2 Spousal Visa Approval in Islamabad for a National of Pakistan
We just had an E-2 spousal visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in Islamabad, Pakistan. The E-2 employee visa was approved in 2019 and the E-2 [...]
E-2 Visa approval for an IT Consulting Company at the U.S. Embassy in Warsaw for a National of Poland
We just had an E-2 employee visa approval at the U.S. Embassy in Warsaw. The business provides IT consulting services. The applicant has extensive [...]
E-2 Visa Approval in Toronto for a National of Grenada
We just had an E-2 visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto. The visa was approved for a Grenadian national who had completed [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Drastic Increase in Visa Reciprocity Fees for Netherlands Nationals Applying for U.S. visas
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 [...]
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 [...]
B-1 Visa Approval at London Consulate
One of our clients was just approved for a B-1 visa at the U.S. Consulate in London. The applicant had used another attorney to [...]
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 [...]
Do E-2 spouses get the automatic 180 day EAD extension? My EAD expires in 2 weeks, is there any way to expedite the EAD renewal application? Can I file an Expedite Request?
Spouses of E-2 Investors or E-2 employees can apply for a Work Authorization Card (EAD card). What is the automatic 180 day extension? Aliens [...]
We have a new Facebook E-2 and E-1 Visa Support Page
Scott Legal, P.C. has started a new E-2 and E-1 visa support page! The first E-2 visa petition that the firm ever filed was [...]
Can the Denial of a Green card Petition Impact my E-2 visa? If I apply for a green card and my application is denied, will this impact my E-2 visa renewal?
Many investors that are in the U.S on an E-2 visa may have the opportunity to apply for a green card. For example, let [...]
E-2 Visa Renewal for New Zealand/British Dual National at Auckland Consulate
We just had an E-2 investor visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in Auckland for a dual citizen of New Zealand and the United [...]
What should I Expect During the E-2 Visa Process? What are the E-2 visa steps?
There are a number of steps associated with obtaining an E-2 visa. This document summarizes the various steps as they relate to the E-2 [...]
E-2 visa approval for Australian national at U.S. consulate in Toronto
Scott Legal, P.C. just had an E-2 visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto. The visa was approved for an Australian national and [...]
E-2 Visa Approval for Investment Services Company at Tokyo Consulate
Scott Legal, P.C. just had an E-2 visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in Tokyo, Japan. The visa was granted to a Japanese national [...]
E-2 Employee Visa Approval for a Sous Chef/Kitchen Manager in Paris
We just had an E-2 employee visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in Paris. The business is a renowned restaurant located in Connecticut that [...]
Drastic Increase in Visa Reciprocity Fees for Australian Nationals Applying for U.S. visas
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 [...]
E-2 approval with USCIS for a Grocery Store & Restaurant Owner
We just had an E-2 approval with U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services. The applicant was granted 2 years in E-2 status and the business [...]
E-2 Visa Approval for a Research Consulting Business at the U.S. Consulate in London for a National of the U.K.
We just had an E-2 visa approval for a national of the U.K. at the U.S. Consulate in London. The applicant was granted the [...]
E-2 Employee Visa Approval in Brussels
We just had an E-2 employee visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in Belgium. The business is a pilates studio located in Florida. The [...]
E-2 Visa Approval for a Franchise for a National of Mexico
E-2 Visa Approval for a Franchise for a National of Mexico We just had an E-2 investor visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in Ciudad [...]
