Benefits of obtaining an E-2 investor visa
If you are thinking about starting a new path in the United States, the E-2 visa is an alternative that allows you to invest a substantial amount of capital in a commercial company and move to this country to develop your business in one of the largest markets in the world. world. The types of businesses that you can enter into to be eligible for an E-2 visa process range from creating a new company, acquiring an established business or purchasing a franchise model.
At Galer Law Firm we have helped thousands of people from all over the world to carry out a successful E2 investor visa process. So if you are interested in applying for this classification, in this blog we provide you with more information about its characteristics and benefits.
If you are looking for an alternative to invest, live and develop your own company in the United States, you can count on the legal support of Galer Law Firm.
Taking into account the current economic situation, considering the possibility of applying for an E-2 visa will allow you to protect and expand your capital in dollars. This is the best time to start!
What are the characteristics of the E-2 visa?
Although this type of visa allows foreigners from a country with a trade agreement with the United States to start a business in this country, having the possibility of living with their family and starting a future in North American territory, the E-2 visa is a immigration option that does not grants residency; However, you can live and work in this country for a period of years, with the possibility of extension.
To apply for this visa classification, it is essential to invest a substantial amount of capital, which will depend on the type of business. When we talk about substantial amount we refer to all the assets essential for its operation. (Transport vehicle, desks, professional equipment, etc.)
What applies as a substantial investment?
The government does not specify a minimum amount of investment, so this will be substantial depending on the nature of the business and is governed according to a proportionality test that determines whether the total assets are essential for its operation. In addition, it will be evaluated whether the company has the present or future capacity to generate income significantly greater than that necessary to provide a minimum support to the foreign investor and his family; this must be sufficient to guarantee the viability and successful operation of the business.
What are the benefits of the E-2 visa?
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There is no minimum investment amount to obtain the E-2 visa. It will depend on the nature of the business in which you wish to invest.
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You can start a business or company in the United States and work for it.
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This type of visa allows the spouse and unmarried children under 21 years of age to obtain the same type of visa as the investor as dependents.
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The spouse can request a work authorization to work in any company in the United States or in the same company as the holder.
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Children of the E-2 visa holder can attend the United States educational system, both public and private.
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There is no limit on the number of times to renew the E-2 visa. Some holders of this visa remain in the United States for several years and, even though it is a dual-intention visa, they go through a residency process.
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It is not necessary to maintain a residence abroad to obtain the E-2 visa.
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It makes it easier for your employees to apply for the same visa category, meeting the eligibility requirements.
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Benefits for family and employees
- E-2 visa investors and employees can immigrate to the United States accompanied by their spouses and unmarried children under 21 years of age.
- It is not necessary that the nationalities of the spouse and children be the same as those of the E-2 investor or employee.
- These family members can apply for E-2 classification as dependents and, if approved, will generally be granted the same period of stay as the holder.
- If family members are already in the United States, they can request a change of status or an extension of stay in an E-2 dependent classification.
- Spouses of E-2 workers may apply for work authorization by filing Form I-765. If approved, there is no specific restriction on where the E-2 spouse can work.
- The E-2 investor or employee can travel abroad, and they will generally be granted an automatic two-year reentry period upon returning to the United States.
En los últimos años, las solicitudes de visa E-2 han aumentado un 80%. Con una tasa de aprobación general del 89%, contando con una de las tasas de aprobación más altas de todas las visas estadounidenses.
In recent years, E-2 visa applications have increased by 80%. With an overall approval rate of 89%, it has one of the highest approval rates of all US visas.
Por más de 15 años hemos representado a miles de personas, ayudándoles a llevar en su proceso exitoso de visa E-2.
What business opportunities allow you to apply for the E-2 visa?
- Create or buy an existing company. 75% of Latin entrepreneurs migrate the business model from their country of origin, venturing to conquer new markets in North American territory. As there are also multiple commercial sectors where profitability is fluid, allowing you to have a good return on investment, acquiring an existing business in the United States.
- Acquire an American franchise. Franchises are the type of business that is most attractive in Latin America for executives, young people with an entrepreneurial spirit and older adults who want to invest with low risk in the United States, obtaining profits in Dollars. This model is one of the most widespread and most expanding in the North American country, contributing 2.5% of the nation’s gross domestic product (GDP), generating more than 7.6 million direct jobs throughout the country, according to the International Franchise Association (IFA).
- Expand your business in the US If you have a business abroad, you could open a subsidiary in the US, allowing you to internationalize your brand, explore new business alliances and conquer one of the most prosperous markets in the world.
This is the best time to go to the United States and invest your capital in one of the strongest and most stable economies in the world.
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