Revolutionize Your Immigration Interviews: How AI Turns Intake into a Decisive Legal Advantage
In the world of immigration, every minute and every detail counts. An incomplete or poorly structured initial interview can mean […]
August 14, 2025
In the world of immigration, every minute and every detail counts. An incomplete or poorly structured initial interview can mean […]
The **E-2 Treaty Investor Visa** is a non-immigrant classification for foreign nationals investing a substantial amount of capital in a bona fide U.S. business. At RelisLaw, we specialize in maximizing the approval chances for **E-2 Visa Business Entrepreneurs and Managers**.
The E-2 visa allows investors and their **immediate family** (spouse and unmarried children under 21) to live and work in the United States. Initial approval can grant residency for up to **5 years** and is indefinitely renewable as long as the business meets the requirements. This visa is explicitly designed to spur **foreign investment and economic development** in the U.S.
RelisLaw provides the **solid, detailed guidance** you can rely on to build your strongest E-2 Application and successfully secure your future in the USA!
Since 2016, our clients worldwide have chosen RelisLaw, not only for our **meticulous work and consistent Approvals** but also for the continuous support we provide to help them achieve their dreams of working in the U.S.
Be prepared to discuss your **business plan, investment sources, and management role** in detail during your application process. Upon E-2 visa approval, you will receive authorization to start working in your approved U.S. business right away!
| E-2 Requirement Category | Core Eligibility Criteria | Definition of Investment |
|---|---|---|
| **Applicant & Business** | – Must be a **citizen of a
U.S. treaty country**. – Must have already **invested or be actively investing a significant amount** of capital in a legitimate U.S. enterprise. – The applicant must be coming to the U.S. solely to **develop and direct the enterprise** by having ownership (at least 50%) or a key managerial/executive role. |
– The investment must be
**Substantial** relative to the total cost of the business (start-up or
purchase). – Funds must be large enough to demonstrate the investor’s strong **financial commitment** to the business’s success. – The business must be **Not Marginal** (i.e., not solely created to provide a minimal living income for the investor and family, but must expand employment opportunities in the U.S.). |