E-2 Treaty Investors

Program Overview

The E-2 Treaty Investor Visa program allows nationals of certain countries to enter the U.S. to develop and direct a business in which they have made a substantial investment.

Program Requirements

To be eligible for the E-2 visa, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Treaty Country Nationality:
The applicant must be a national of a country with a treaty of commerce and navigation with the U.S.
Substantial Investment:
The applicant must have invested, or be in the process of investing, a substantial amount of capital in a bona fide U.S. business.
Active and Operating Business:
The investment must be in a real, active, and operating commercial enterprise.
Development and Direction:
The applicant must be entering the U.S. to develop and direct the investment enterprise.

Application Process

The E-2 visa application process typically involves the following steps:

1.⁠ ⁠File Form I-129:
The principal applicant submits Form I-129, Petition for Nonimmigrant Worker, to USCIS.

2.⁠ ⁠Document Preparation:
Prepare supporting documents, such as evidence of nationality, investment, and business plan.

3.⁠ ⁠Interview:
In some cases, an interview may be required at a U.S. consulate or embassy.

4.⁠ ⁠Visa Issuance:
Upon approval, the applicant can obtain the E-2 visa at a U.S. consulate or embassy.

Note:
Family members of E-2 visa holders may also be eligible for E-2 visas as dependents.