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E-2 Visa: A Complete Guide for Investors
· Weyvr Advisory Team
Everything you need to know about the E-2 Investor Visa, including eligibility, investment requirements, and the application process.
The E-2 Investor Visa is one of the most popular pathways for entrepreneurs and investors who want to live and work in the United States.
What is the E-2 Visa?
The E-2 is a non-immigrant visa for nationals of treaty countries who invest a substantial amount of capital in a US business. It allows you to develop and direct the business operations.
Key Requirements
1. Treaty Country Nationality: You must be a citizen of a country that has an E-2 treaty with the US. 2. Substantial Investment: There is no minimum dollar amount, but the investment must be substantial relative to the total cost of the business. 3. Active Business: The investment must be in an active, operating business — not passive investment. 4. Marginality: The business must not be marginal — it must have the capacity to generate more than minimal income.
Application Process
1. Form your US business entity (LLC or Corporation) 2. Make the investment and set up operations 3. Prepare a comprehensive business plan 4. File the E-2 petition with USCIS or apply at a US embassy 5. Attend the visa interview
How Weyvr Helps
We assist with business entity formation, business plan preparation, and document organization. We also connect you with experienced immigration attorneys for the legal filing.
Contact us at main@weyvr.org to learn more about whether the E-2 visa is right for you.
Related service: US Visa Services