[vc_row el_class=”section-margin”][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][vc_column_text]E2 and E1 visas are non-immigrant visas.\u00a0 Nationals of certain countries qualify for the E visa.\u00a0 For example, nationals of South Africa, Portugal do not qualify for the E2\/E1 visa. \u00a0\u00a0Greek nationals have not treaty relationship for the E-2. Nationals of Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, Pakistan qualify.\u00a0 \u00a0If the applicant is a business, it must be 50% owned by a national of the Treaty country.\u00a0 If the applicant is an employee of a company, both the person and company must be from the same treaty country.<\/p>\n
UK Nationals: must be able to show residence (other countries do not require this). If you have only a UK passport and no UK residence, then you will have a very hard time getting an E visa approved.<\/p>\n
The difference between filing with a US Consulate or with USCIS:<\/p>\n
Most consulates will issue an E visa for up to 5 years.\u00a0 The maximum period for an E visa depends on the reciprocity of the alien\u2019s country of nationality.\u00a0 For example, French Nationals:\u00a0 The time granted under the E visa has been reduced.<\/p>\n
When you file with USCIS for either a change of status to E classification or an extension; they will approve for up to 2 years only.\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0This is why it so important to discuss your case with Caro to ensure you can file outside the States as typically more time is granted by U.S. Immigration.<\/p>\n
E-1 visa:<\/p>\n
If you wish to carry on substantial trade in the US and is between the treaty country.\u00a0 Trade is either services (consulting, accounting, legal etc.) or goods.\u00a0 There must be an actual exchange of commodities such as money, services for it to be considered trade.\u00a0 The trade must be international (this is an exchange of items for trade between the foreign country and the US).<\/p>\n
E-2 visa:<\/p>\n
If you wish to develop and direct a US business, you have invested into.\u00a0 The business can either be a start-up business or you can purchase into an existing US business such as a franchise.<\/p>\n
Investment:<\/p>\n
The investment must be substantial, US Immigration does not give a specific dollar amount to define substantial. For example, an investment figure exceeding $100,000 does not guarantee an approval. One consulate may consider an investment substantial, and another may not. \u00a0\u00a0There are many different ways to support an E-2 investment; for example you can be gifted the funds, a silent partner can front the funds, multiple investors can pool together etc.<\/p>\n
The E investment funds must be irrevocably committed. For example, holding funds in escrow to establish commitment of funds is permitted. If you only intend to invest uncommitted funds or you simply have your funds sitting in a bank account this will not be sufficient.<\/p>\n
Adjudicating officers will want to see the investment is sufficient to ensure a successful operation of the US enterprise.\u00a0 You must invest into a real operating business.\u00a0 Idle investments do not qualify.\u00a0 For example, owning undeveloped land is not an investment.\u00a0 The enterprise must be able to show a financial return higher that that just supporting the investor\u2019s family.\u00a0 The investor must have control of the funds (funds can be gifted, loaned, inheritance, contest etc.).\u00a0 If you secure a loan with the assets of the business for example this will not qualify.<\/p>\n
Employees of E-2 and E-2 principal applicants:<\/p>\n
An employee must be coming to the US to engage in duties or an executive or supervisory capacity or if you are employed at a lesser capacity, you must have special qualifications\/skills which are essential to the operation of the US enterprise.\u00a0 Do you have a long-term need or a short-term need for your employee?<\/p>\n
Derivative Spouse admission Codes:<\/p>\n
When admitted to the US under an E classification new codes for admission went into effect on January 31, 2022.\u00a0 We still applicants being admitted incorrectly under the old admission E2 status.\u00a0 Please view the admission stamp entered in your passport before walking away it will save you time having to go to a deferred inspection site to have amended.<\/p>\n
Forms if you file with USCIS:<\/p>\n
Forms if you file with the Consulate:<\/p>\n
Dependents:<\/p>\n
Spouse and dependent children (unmarried and under age 21) are permitted to engage in activities such as enroll and attend school.\u00a0 The spouse is permitted to apply for work authorization.\u00a0 An approved EAD permits the dependent spouse to work for anyone in the United States.<\/p>\n
Green card:<\/p>\n
Legal permanent residence is also permitted learn how you qualify by speaking to us.<\/p>\n
Fake News:<\/p>\n
An I-797 USCIS approval notice is evidence of you qualifying for an E1\/E2 visa stamp when you depart the United States.\u00a0 The approval notice has little value because when you apply at the consulate for the E-2 or E-1 you are reapplying, and your case will be re-adjudicated at the embassy.<\/p>\n
This is a great visa for long term stays in the US, unlimited renewals, there is also no requirement that an employee have a previous employment history with the organization.\u00a0 There are lots of different ways to qualify for the investment amount.\u00a0 Speak with Caro, and she will go through whether, based on your investment, business idea and documentation, you satisfy the E requirements.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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