E-2 Visa UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Advantages of the E-2 VISA

• Fast Processing, generally within 3 months 
• Dependents included:  

1. Spouse  
2. Dependent children below 21 and unmarried 

• Spouse can be employed in the USA 
• Children can attend Schools, Colleges & Universities in the USA • No minimum education or language requirements 
• Successful applicants can remain in the USA for up to 5 years  • E2 status is renewable provided that the applicant maintains the  business activities  

Investment Options

• Make a substantial investment (typically USD 250,000 to USD  300,000) in a new business, franchise or acquire an existing business  in the USA 
• Must create at least 2 jobs for qualified US workers in the USA
• The business must contribute to the growth of the USA economy
• •Wide range of Franchise/Joint venture business options can qualify 

E-2 Visa Requirements

• Must be a citizen of an E-2 Treaty Country with the USA at the time  of application 
• Have no criminal record 
• Complete a medical examination 
• Must provide proof of the source of funds used for investment • Must pass a due diligence check 
• Must demonstrate residence in the CBI country 

Process

• Applicants from non-E-2 Treaty Countries can become eligible to  apply by becoming a citizen of countries such as Grenada,  Montenegro, or Turkey 
• The investor must be in the process of acquiring or creating their  business at the time of application 
• Can establish a new business, acquire a business, acquire a  franchise, or establish a joint venture business 
• Application is made to a local US Consulate in the applicant’s  country of residence