Graduates And Business Entrepreneurs EB-2 NIW

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At RelisLaw, we support all forms of business, employment, and investment immigration. We also take a far more personal approach than many other business immigration law offices. Dr. Tamara Relis, Esq. The Relislaw legal team does everything to understand your endeavor goals and specific needs as an entrepreneur or independent professional.

EB-2 NIW visas offer a pathway to permanent residency (Green Card) in the United States for individuals with exceptional abilities or advanced degrees.

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Since 2016, people in the U.S. and worldwide have chosen RelisLaw, not only for our meticulous work and consistent Approvals,

We help you get your Green Card on Your Merit without relying on a Job Offer!

These insights allow us to create a proactive immigration plan that is efficient and cost-effective for you and your employees.
The success rates for EB-2 NIW petitions are substantially higher when applicants leverage the expertise of specialized legal professionals who understand the intricate requirements of the visa process.
Qualification: Criteria:
Advanced DegreeThe position you are applying for must necessitate an advanced degree. To qualify, you are required to possess:

– An advanced degree or its foreign equivalent.

– Or, a baccalaureate degree (or its foreign equivalent) accompanied by a minimum of five years of progressive post-baccalaureate work experience within the relevant field.

Furthermore, compliance with any supplementary requirements outlined within the labor certification, as applicable when the priority date was established, is mandatory.
– Official academic record demonstrating a U.S. advanced degree or its foreign equivalent.

– Official academic record demonstrating a U.S. baccalaureate degree or its foreign equivalent, accompanied by letters from current or former employers confirming at least five years of progressive post-baccalaureate work experience within the relevant specialty.

– If a doctoral degree is the customary requirement for the field, you must possess a United States doctorate or its foreign equivalent.
Exceptional Ability– You must demonstrate exceptional ability in science, arts, or business.

– You are required to fulfill any supplementary requirements outlined within the labor certification, if applicable.

Exceptional ability “means a degree of expertise significantly above that ordinarily encountered in the sciences, arts, or business.”
You must meet at least three of the following:

– Academic records demonstrating degrees, diplomas, or certifications relevant to your field.

– Employer letters confirming at least 10 years of full-time work in your profession.

– Professional licenses or certifications.

– Evidence of high salary or other significant remuneration.

-Membership in relevant professional organizations.

– Awards, honors, or recognition from peers, government, or industry organizations.

– Any other supporting documentation that demonstrates your exceptional ability.
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E-2 Treaty Investor Visa Requirements: A Definitive Guide for Business Owners and Managers - RelisLaw

E-2 Treaty Investor Visa: Comprehensive Guide for Business Owners

U.S. Investment Opportunity: The E-2 Visa

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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 Treaty Investor Visa Eligibility Summary

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.).
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