E-2 Treaty Investor Visa Attorneys in Dallas, TX
The E-2 nonimmigrant visa allows nationals of treaty countries to enter the United States when they invest a substantial amount of capital in a U.S. business. Treaty countries include those with which the U.S. maintains a treaty of commerce and navigation or a qualifying international agreement, as well as those deemed qualifying by legislation.
The investment must be substantial. Although this term is not defined in the Immigration and Nationality Act, the USCIS considers several factors when determining whether an investment is substantial:
- Type of business
- Location of business
- Nature of goods and services
- Stage of the business and scale of investment
The E-2 treaty investor visa requires that the business be a real, active, and operating enterprise, also known as “a going concern.” This means that the business cannot be speculative or a hobby. The closer the business is to its startup stage, the more intensive the USCIS review of the investment may be. Investors must provide evidence that their funds:
- Are legally obtained – from lawful sources, not criminal activity
- Have a clear chain of custody or ownership – showing control and proper transfer to the U.S. business
- Are unconditionally committed to the enterprise – placed at risk in the commercial sense, with the goal of generating a profit and subject to partial or total loss
Certain employees of the E-2 treaty investor or a qualifying organization may also be eligible for this classification. Additionally, dependent family members—including spouses and unmarried children under 21—may enter the U.S. as derivatives of the treaty investor. The E-2 visa is renewable every 2 years indefinitely.
Why Choose Coleman Jackson, P.C. for Your E-2 Treaty Investor Visa?
At Coleman Jackson, P.C., we help investors navigate complex qualifications, trade issues, and other matters associated with the E-2 Treaty Investor Visa. Our firm leverages expertise in accounting, tax, business, and immigration law to provide comprehensive guidance. We can assist with:
- Ensuring the treaty investor meets all treaty conditions and qualifications
- Helping employees of the investor or qualifying organization meet E-2 requirements
- Advising on E-2 dependent family member eligibility
- Documenting substantial investment in a bona fide U.S. enterprise
- Gathering required documentation, business records, and evidence to demonstrate that the funds are legally obtained, have a clear chain of custody, and are unconditionally committed to the enterprise
- Assisting with investor, employee, and family member visa renewals
Get Expert Guidance for Your E-2 Treaty Investor Visa
Contact the experienced Dallas-based business immigration attorneys at Coleman Jackson, Professional Corporation today at (214) 599-0431 for guidance on your E-2 Treaty Investor visa requirements.
