E-1 Treaty Trader Visa Attorneys in Dallas, TX
The E-1 nonimmigrant visa allows a national of a treaty country to enter the United States solely to engage in international trade under section 101(a)(15)(E)(i) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). A treaty country is one with which the U.S. maintains a treaty of commerce and navigation, a qualifying international agreement, or a designation made by legislation.
Eligible individuals may work for a U.S. enterprise engaged in substantial trade with their treaty country. Substantial trade generally refers to an amount sufficient to ensure a continuous flow of international trade items—including goods, services, or technology—between the United States and the treaty country. The enterprise must be a for-profit business and majority-owned by nationals of the treaty country. The trade must generate income beyond that of a “marginal enterprise,” meaning it cannot be limited to merely supporting the visa holder’s household.
In addition, certain employees of the treaty trader or qualifying organization may be eligible for this classification, provided they are of the same nationality as the treaty trader. Immediate family members—including spouses and unmarried children under 21—may accompany the treaty trader on E-1 dependent status, regardless of their nationality.
Qualified treaty traders and employees are initially allowed a maximum stay of two years. Requests for extension of stay or changes of status to E-1 classification may be granted in increments of up to two years, with no limit on the number of extensions, as long as eligibility requirements continue to be met.
Additionally, Congress has the authority to expand E-1 status to nationals of countries without existing treaties with the United States.
Why Choose Coleman Jackson, P.C. for Your E-1 Treaty Trader Visa?
Navigating the E-1 visa process requires careful planning and expertise. Our Dallas-based business immigration attorneys and counselors provide comprehensive guidance on all aspects of the E-1 Treaty Trader Visa, including:
- Advising treaty traders on meeting all treaty conditions and qualifications
- Preparing, reviewing, and filing E-1 visa applications and supporting documentation
- Assisting employees in meeting E-1 eligibility requirements
- Guiding immediate family members through E-1 dependent status
- Reviewing business structures and trade activity to support visa eligibility
- Assisting with all USCIS communications and visa interviews
- Supporting extensions of stay and changes of status
Need Professional Help with Your E-1 Treaty Trader Visa?
Contact the skilled business immigration attorneys at Coleman Jackson, P.C. today at (214) 599-0431 to get started on your E-1 visa process.
