Legality
The E2 or the Treaty Investor Visa is a non-immigrant classification that does not give Permanent Residency rights and may be extended any number of times, and for an indefinite period “provided that the business continues to be commercially viable.
This Treaty Investor visa allows citizens from a country in the United States that maintains a treaty of commerce and navigation, or with which the United States maintains a qualifying international agreement to be admitted to the US when investing a substantial amount of capital in a US business. This visa type attracts entrepreneurs, investors, and business owners who want to expand their current business, establish, or purchase a business in the United States.
The Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) of 1924 introduced the E1 treaty trader class to help facilitate trade by foreign business individuals, the treaty trader class saw a large increase in foreign investment thus in 1952 the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) created the E2 treaty investor class.
Investment Options
There is no minimum or set amount required for the E2 / Treaty Investor Visa, value of the investment is determined by the type of business and investments must be “substantial” and not “marginal” in nature; the authorities must be convinced that your intent is genuine, and the investment is sufficient to operate the proposed venture.
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STARTING NEW BUSINESS
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PURCHASE AN EXISTING BUSINESS
Eligibility
To qualify for residency by investment, the main applicant must meet the following criteria.
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Be of outstanding character.
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18 years or above of age
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Hold no criminal record.
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Have excellent health.
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Have a high personal net worth.
Eligible Dependent
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Spouse
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Unmarried children under 21yrs age are, financially dependent on the main applicant
About Country
The USA is known for its commitment to individual freedoms, civil liberties, and the pursuit of the American Dream, which represents the belief in upward social mobility and success through hard work.
The United States of America (USA) is a large and diverse country located in North America. It is bordered by Canada to the north and Mexico to the south. With a population of over 330 million people, it is the third most populous country in the world.
The USA has a highly developed and mixed-market economy, which is the largest in the world by nominal GDP and second-largest by purchasing power parity. It has a wide range of industries, including technology, finance, entertainment, manufacturing, and agriculture. The country is known for its innovation and entrepreneurial spirit, hosting many prominent multinational corporations.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
DO I HAVE TO PROVE MY LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY?
No, E2 / Treaty Investor Visa you don’t have to prove your English language proficiency, and you are not required to undergo history exams
WHAT ARE THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA?
For E2 / Treaty Investor Visa, principal applicant must be over 18 years of age or more, must be of no criminal records, must be from a country the United States maintains a treaty of commerce and navigation, principal applicant can include spouse, and unmarried children financially dependent on him or her if they are below 21 years of age, to know more about it please contact one of our experts.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS IF I CHOOSE E2 / TREATY INVESTOR VISA?
Some of the benefits for qualified (under E2/Treaty Investor visa) applicants are stated below: -No minimum investment required -Can be extended any number of times, and for an indefinite period “provided that the business continues to be commercially viable. -Comparatively quicker process than EB5 (E2 visa can be processed in 4 to 6 months) -Investor can invest in their own business -Spouse may pursue any other business / work activity -Investor, spouse, and qualified dependents are entitled to a US Social Security Numbers
WHAT IS THE MINIMUM INVESTMENT REQUIRED FOR EB5 INVESTOR VISA?
Individuals can start with minimum value of USD 100,000 or more, depending on type of business.
WHAT ARE THE INVESTMENT OPTIONS?
There is no minimum or set amount required for the E2 / Treaty Investor Visa, value of the investment is determined by the type of business and investments must be “substantial” and not “marginal” in nature; the authorities must be convinced that your intent is genuine, and the investment is sufficient to operate the proposed venture. -STARTING NEW BUSINESS -PURCHASE AN EXISTING BUSINESS
DO I HAVE TO INVEST PRIOR TO STARTING THE APPLICATION?
Yes, the investment must be committed, be real, and irrevocable.
HOW LONG CAN I STAY IN THE UNITED STATES ON E2 / TREATY INVESTOR VISA?
The visa is initially valid for 2 and 5 years, you and your qualified dependents can live as long as you wanted, and you may extend this visa category to any number of times, and for an indefinite period “provided that the business continues to be commercially viable.
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