Visa E1 - E2.

What is an  E1 - E2 Visa ?
E-1 and E-2 visas allow people from countries with treaties with the Unites States to come and invest money in a company or take part in commercial trade between the U.S. and the treaty country through a company established in the United States. These visas are usually given for periods of five years and allow a two-year entrance at a time. These visas can be renewed. The good thing about these visas is that they can be renewed indefinitely. Nevertheless, the applicant has to have the intention of returning to his/her country.

Through Which Companies can Petitions for an E-1 and E-2 be Sought?

An E-1 visa can be sought through a company that has been engaged in trade between the United States and the treaty country. An E-2 can be sought through any significant investment in the United States. Both the E-1 visa and E-2 visas require that the major shareholder be from the country that has the treaty with the United States. In addition, in the E-2 scenario the investment has to be substantial, active and at risk. There is no minimum amount of the investment, but it has to be the usual investment for the kind of business in question.

What Kind of Employees are Eligible for the Transfer?

The foreign investor has to invest at least the 50% or more of the investment. His family can come as accompanying family members. The spouse can be of a different nationality. People with skills can come as well; however, they will not be allowed to stay indefinitely.

How can someone apply for this Visa?

The person can apply for a change of status in the United States . Also, the applicant can send the case to the U.S. consulate for processing.