The E2 Visa - Introduction
The statute does not limit the scope or type of businesses that can be invested in. This having been said we have to really do have to look at the precise wording of the provisions in the statute to ensure full compliance when making any application.
Countries That Have Treaties With the US For E2 Purposes:
United Kingdom(Except Republic of Ireland) |
Albania |
Argentina |
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Armenia |
Australia |
Austria |
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Bangladesh |
Belgium |
Bulgaria |
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Cameroon |
Canada |
China (Taiwan) |
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Colombia |
Congo, DR (Kinshasa) |
Congo R of Brazzaville |
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Costa Rica |
Czech Republic |
Ecuador |
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Egypt |
Estonia |
Ethiopia |
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Finland |
France |
Georgia |
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Germany |
Grenada |
Honduras |
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Iran |
Ireland |
Italy |
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Jamaica |
Japan |
Jordan |
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Kazakhstan |
Korea |
Kyrgyzstan |
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Latvia |
Liberia |
Lithuania |
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Luxembourg |
Mexico |
Moldova |
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Mongolia |
Morocco |
Netherlands |
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Norway |
Oman |
Pakistan |
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Panama |
Paraguay |
Philippines |
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Poland |
Romania |
Senegal |
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Slovak Republic |
Spain |
Sri Lanka |
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Suriname |
Sweden |
Switzerland |
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Thailand |
Togo |
Trinidad and Tobago |
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Tunisia |
Turkey |
Ukraine |
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Yugoslavia (Former Countries) |
Zaire |
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Dual Nationality : If you have dual nationality then you can use the qualifying nationality to satisfy this requirement. However, if you entered the US under one nationality (non-qualifying) you will not be able to switch to an alternative nationality for E visa purposes. Your attorney will advise you accordingly.
Please Note : there are no nationality requirements for the accompanying spouse and or child (ren).
E2 Visa - Buying A Business
- E2 Visa - Buying A Business
- Preface
- The E2 Visa - Introduction
- Investing
- Invested, Investing and Intent to Invest
- How Much of the Overall Investment Needs to be Committed
- What Cannot Be Counted In The Investment Monies
- Investing In Commercial Enterprise
- Can The Investor Use Cash and Borrowings
- How Much is a Substantial Investment
- Does My Business Have to Create Jobs
- Time Frame
- The Spouse or Child of the Principal E2 Investor
- E2 Visas Offer Indefinite Stays But Are Temporary Visas
- Summary