Question 1

How can I obtain an E-2 Investor Visa?

Accepted Answer

To obtain an E-2 Investor Visa, you must make a substantial investment in an active business in the United States.

Question 2

Is there a minimum investment amount for an E-2 Investor Visa?

Accepted Answer

Regulations state that the investment must be substantial. With our E-2 Program, the minimum investment is $200,000 USD.

Question 3

Can I borrow money to start the business?

Accepted Answer

Yes, as long as you can prove the source of the funds.

Question 4

What are the requirements for obtaining an E-2 investor Visa?

Accepted Answer

The main requirements to qualify for an E-2 Investor Visa are:

Holding the nationality of a country subscribed to the U.S. E-2 Visa Treaty 
Investing a substantial amount of capital in a U.S. business 
Entry into the United States to develop and run the investment firm

Question 5

Which countries are eligible for an E-2 Investor Visa?

Accepted Answer

Review this link to the list of eligible countries to apply:
https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/visa-information-resources/fees/treaty.html

Question 6

How long does it take to obtain an E-2 Investor Visa?

Accepted Answer

Approximately 6 to 10* months.
*Times may vary according to the time it takes for the investor to deliver the documents to the lawyer and the availability of appointments at the U.S. Consulate.

Question 7

Does an E-2 Investor Visa lead to a green card?

Accepted Answer

No, once your E-2 Investor Visa expires, the investor will need to renew their visa or leave the U.S.

Question 8

How long will the E-2 Investor Visa be granted for?

Accepted Answer

The duration of your E-2 Investor Visa depends on your nationality. For most countries, the E-2 Investor Visa is valid for four to five years.

Question 9

How many times can I renew the E-2 Investor Visa?

Accepted Answer

If the requirements are still met, there is no limit to the number of times an E-2 Investor Visa can be renewed.

Question 10

What are the requirements to renew an E-2 Investor Visa?

Accepted Answer

To renew an E-2 Investor Visa it is necessary to demonstrate that the business in which it was invested continues to operate and that it is generating sales, profits and jobs.

Question 11

Do I have to generate jobs in the U.S. to get an E-2 Investor Visa?

Accepted Answer

Yes, your investment should not be passive or marginal.

Question 12

Does an investment in Real Estate qualify for an E-2 Investor Visa?

Accepted Answer

Yes, housing development businesses are usually a great choice.

Question 13

Do I need a business plan to get an E-2 Investor Visa?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the creation of the Business Plan is included in our program proposal.

Question 14

Can I buy a house and get an E-2 Investor Visa?

Accepted Answer

Buying a home does not grant you an E-2 Investor Visa.  The E-2 Investor Visa requires a non-marginal and active commercial investment.

Question 15

Can I bring my family and can they work in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Your immediate family can accompany you to live in the U.S. Your legal spouse may work and unmarried children under 21 may also live and attend schools.

Question 16

Who will be accountable for my immigration process?

Accepted Answer

Billion Visas works with some of the most prestigious immigration law firms in the U.S. and their legal fees are already provided for in our program (excluding government administrative fees).

Question 17

When I get an E-2 Investor Visa, should I live in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily, since the E-2 Investor Visa gives the investor the privilege, but not the obligation to live in the United States. You will be able to enter and leave the U.S. territory regularly.