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The Trafficking Victims Protection Act and T Visa

The Trafficking Victims Protection Act (TVPA) is a U.S. federal law that was enacted in 2000 to combat human trafficking. The TVPA has been amended several times over the years to address different issues in human trafficking. In particular, the law provides for the T visa (also known as the “T-1” visa), which is a nonimmigrant status intended to give victims of human trafficking a path to permanent residence in the United States. To qualify for this status, the applicant must be an individual who suffered severe forms of trafficking, such as being forced into sexual slavery or labor exploitation. Further, the applicant must have been active in efforts to report the crime and aid in the prosecution of his or her traffickers. 

Those who qualify for the T visa are allowed one year of admission to the United States, during which time they must either complete certain requirements for permanent residency or apply for a special extension. At the end of the year, they can either request an extension to remain in the United States for another year or apply for a green card. While the T visa is intended to grant noncitizens who suffer from trafficking permanent legal status in the United States, there are a number of exceptions to this rule. For example, an applicant who has been convicted of a crime related to trafficking or served a prison sentence exceeding one year would be ineligible for the T visa. Individuals who have been deemed inadmissible would also be ineligible.

The TVPA also provides for the granting of a special status known as U nonimmigrant status to qualifying relatives of the victims and witnesses of the crime. Relatives may be eligible for this status if they assist in the investigation or prosecution of the crime, or if they care for a victim or witness in need of medical treatment or assistance. In order to be eligible for the U nonimmigrant status, the relative must either have a valid foreign passport or be an immediate relative of a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Once a victim receives a T visa, their immediate family may be eligible for permanent residency as well.

If you believe you are a victim of human trafficking and are seeking permanent residency in the United States, contact RelisLaw today at 1-800-514-4290 to schedule your consultation. We also offer consultations via Skype, Zoom, and other platforms.

 

 

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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.

DOWNLOAD: YOUR STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO E-2 VISA SUCCESS

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 CategoryCore Eligibility CriteriaDefinition 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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