Like the E1 Visa, this is considered a nonimmigrant business visa, with the difference that it is intended for people who want to invest a substantial amount of capital in starting or buying a business in the United States. Many of the requirements are the same as E1. Although in this case, the investor doesn’t need to have a business in operation in another country, it is enough to present an excellent point, in which it is verified that the individual has the necessary managerial skills to manage a business in the United States.
Main requirements:
- Be a national of one of the countries that maintain a trade and navigation treaty with the United States.
- The individual must own at least 50% of the business in the United States.
- The applicant must develop and direct the business.
- The E2 applicant must prove that they have invested or are in the process of investing substantially in the US business before applying for the E-2 visa.
- The investment company must be a real, active, and operating commercial company that produces services or goods for profit. It cannot be a paper organization only. Furthermore, it cannot be a mere means of supporting the investor.
- Projected future earnings must be achievable within 5 years from the date the applicant begins the normal business activity of the business.
- The E-2 visa applicant must provide a written statement of intent to leave the United States upon the termination of business.
Approximate minimum initial investment costs of the E-2 visa
| LAYING COSTS ONGOING | INITIAL INVESTMENT |
|---|---|
| $100,000 | 100% |
| $ 200,000 | 90% |
| $ 300,000 | 85% |
| $ 400,000 – $ 500,000 | 75% |
| $ 600,000 – $ 3,000,000 | 50% |
| More than $ 3,000,000 | 30% |
AXIAVANT services for the E-2 visa
- Detailed advice and guidance on the overall E2 visa application process.
- Availability throughout the visa application process to answer all your concerns.
- Advice on structuring your new company in the US.
- Detail of the initial costs that are considered investment E2.
- Preparation of your E2 visa form.
- Regular reports on the progress of your case.
- Preparation for the interview at the consulate.
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