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Approvals

E-2 Visa Approved by the US Consulate in Toronto for a Pharmacy Business

We recently had an E-2 visa petition approved at the U.S. consulate in Toronto, Canada. The applicant purchased majority shares of a pharmacy business in Washington D.C. and was granted the E-2 visa to allow him to develop and direct…

Marijan PetrovskiMarch 17, 2025

E-2 Visa White House & President Immigration News

Potential Impact of the Trump Administration on E-2 Visas: Elimination of Deference Policy

As immigration policies evolve, one potential change under the Trump Administration could affect E-2 visa renewals—the possible elimination of the deference policy. This change could make the renewal process more challenging for E-2 visa holders filing through U.S. Citizenship and…

Marijan PetrovskiMarch 17, 2025

E-2 Visa White House & President Immigration News

Potential Impact of the Trump Administration on E-2 Visas: Changes in Approval Rates

One possible change under the Trump Administration could be a decrease in E-2 visa approval rates. Historically, E-2 visa approvals hovered around 80-81% from 2016 to 2020, even when including applicants who applied without legal assistance or through more challenging…

Marijan PetrovskiMarch 14, 2025

E-2 Visa White House & President Immigration News

Possible Impact of the Trump Administration on E-2 Visas: Extended Wait Times at Consulates

As the U.S. government undergoes administrative changes, visa applicants may face delays in processing times. One potential impact of the Trump Administration on E-2 investor visas is extended wait times at U.S. consulates. These delays can result from various factors,…

Marijan PetrovskiMarch 12, 2025

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E-2 USCIS Petition Approved for Grenadian Investor

We are pleased to announce the successful approval of an E-2 petition for a Grenadian investor. The petition was filed as an amendment petition with USCIS and we received approval in just 11 business days under Premium Processing, highlighting the efficiency of well-prepared applications. The investor…

Marijan PetrovskiMarch 7, 2025

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E-2 Visa

What Is Escrow Used for with E-2 Visas?

When applying for an E-2 visa, investors must demonstrate that they have made a substantial investment in a U.S. business and that the funds are placed at risk for the purpose of business operations. However, many investors face a significant…

Marijan PetrovskiMarch 5, 2025

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National Interest Waiver (NIW) Approved for Entrepreneur in Marketing

One of our E-2 clients was just approved for an EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) I-140 petition.

Khadija DerrickJanuary 9, 2025

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Approvals White House & President Immigration News

B-1 Change of Status Approved with USCIS

We just had a B1 change of status petition approved by USCIS.

Khadija DerrickNovember 22, 2024

Approvals

EB-1C Petition for Multinational Executive Approved

We just had a EB-1C I-140 petition approved, which is the green card option for a multinational executive.

Khadija DerrickSeptember 16, 2024

E-2 Investor holding the world in his palm

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USCIS Approved Extension of Status for an E-2 Investor

Scott Legal is happy to announce that we just received from USCIS approval of an extension of status for an E-2 investor.

Khadija DerrickApril 22, 2024

Approvals

E-2 Investor Visa Approval at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for Convenience Store

Scott Legal is happy to announce that we just received an E-2 investor visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto.

Khadija DerrickMarch 26, 2024

E-2 Visa

Can an E-2 principal bring their incapacitated adult son or daughter to the US?

A B-2 visa may be a good option for incapacitated household members of an E-2 principal.

Khadija DerrickFebruary 7, 2024

Approvals

USCIS Approval of an Extension of Status for an E-2 Investor

Scott Legal is happy to announce that we just received from USCIS approval of an extension of status for an E-2 investor.

Khadija DerrickJanuary 30, 2024

Approvals

E-2 Investor Visa Renewal Approved at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for Cleaning and Repair Company

Scott Legal is happy to announce that we just received an approval for an E-2 investor visa renewal at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto.

Khadija DerrickJanuary 29, 2024

Approvals

E-2 Visa Petition Approved by the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for Convenience Store and Gas Station

We just had an E-2 visa petition approved at the U.S. consulate in Toronto, Canada.

Khadija DerrickJanuary 29, 2024

E-2 Visa

How can an E-2 dependent spouse prove they have work authorization?

Someone in valid E-2S status does not need separate work authorization before starting to work.

Khadija DerrickJanuary 29, 2024

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EB-5 Approval for Investor in California that Started a Restaurant

EB-5 approval for investor in California that started a restaurant. The investor was the majority owner of a new restaurant in California.

Khadija DerrickJanuary 24, 2024

Approvals

E-2 Investor Visa Approval at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for Software Development and Consulting Company

Scott Legal is happy to announce that we just received an E-2 investor visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto. The company is a software development and consulting company.

Khadija DerrickJanuary 22, 2024

Approvals

E-2 Investor Approval with USCIS for Automobile Repair Business

We just had an E-2 approval with U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services for an automobile repair business based in Louisiana.

Khadija DerrickJanuary 18, 2024

Approvals

E-2 Investor Visa Approval at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for Seafood Restaurant

Scott Legal is happy to announce that we just received an E-2 investor visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto.

Khadija DerrickJanuary 18, 2024

Approvals

E-2 Investor Visa Approval at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for Mobile Holistic Wellness Business

Scott Legal is happy to announce that we just received an E-2 investor visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto. The company is a mobile holistic wellness business based in California.

Khadija DerrickJanuary 16, 2024

Approvals

E-2 Visa approval for a Financial Consulting Company at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for a National of Switzerland

We just had an E-2 investor visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto.

Khadija DerrickJanuary 8, 2024

E-2 Visa

What happens after I submit a waiver request at my E-2 visa interview?

What happens after submitting a waiver request at the E-2 interview.

Khadija DerrickDecember 20, 2023

Approvals

E-2 Visa Petition Approved by the U.S. Consulate in Tokyo, Japan for AI Technology Business

We just had an E-2 visa petition approved at the U.S. consulate in Tokyo, Japan.

Khadija DerrickDecember 15, 2023

Approvals

E-2 Employee Visa Approval for an Executive at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto

We just had an E-2 employee visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto.

Khadija DerrickDecember 14, 2023

E-2 Visa Approved by the US Consulate in Toronto for a Pharmacy Business

Potential Impact of the Trump Administration on E-2 Visas: Elimination of Deference Policy

Potential Impact of the Trump Administration on E-2 Visas: Changes in Approval Rates

Possible Impact of the Trump Administration on E-2 Visas: Extended Wait Times at Consulates

E-2 USCIS Petition Approved for Grenadian Investor

What Is Escrow Used for with E-2 Visas?

National Interest Waiver (NIW) Approved for Entrepreneur in Marketing

B-1 Change of Status Approved with USCIS

EB-1C Petition for Multinational Executive Approved

USCIS Approved Extension of Status for an E-2 Investor

E-2 Investor Visa Approval at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for Convenience Store

Can an E-2 principal bring their incapacitated adult son or daughter to the US?

USCIS Approval of an Extension of Status for an E-2 Investor

E-2 Investor Visa Renewal Approved at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for Cleaning and Repair Company

E-2 Visa Petition Approved by the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for Convenience Store and Gas Station

How can an E-2 dependent spouse prove they have work authorization?

EB-5 Approval for Investor in California that Started a Restaurant

E-2 Investor Visa Approval at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for Software Development and Consulting Company

E-2 Investor Approval with USCIS for Automobile Repair Business

E-2 Investor Visa Approval at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for Seafood Restaurant

E-2 Investor Visa Approval at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for Mobile Holistic Wellness Business

E-2 Visa approval for a Financial Consulting Company at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto for a National of Switzerland

What happens after I submit a waiver request at my E-2 visa interview?

E-2 Visa Petition Approved by the U.S. Consulate in Tokyo, Japan for AI Technology Business

E-2 Employee Visa Approval for an Executive at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto

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