E2 Visa Family Employment Issues
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E2 Visa Family Employment E2 Visa Owner’s Spouse Work Permit Opportunities
Maximize Your E-2 Visa: Family Employment Options
Build Your American Dream Together
Welcome to Part 3 of the Law Offices of Chris M. Ingram’s E-2 Visa series! We’re excited to explore employment opportunities for you, your spouse (including same-sex spouses), and children under the E-2 Treaty Investor Visa.
Can the Principal Investor Work Outside the E-2 Business?
Possibly! As the E-2 visa holder, you can secure contracts for your business, like John, who owns a web design firm and takes on design projects. Working onsite as an independent contractor is allowed if you still meet the E-2 requirement of generating at least two full-time U.S. jobs. However, you cannot take a separate employee job (e.g., web developer) while owning an unrelated E-2 business like a coffee shop. Consult us to navigate these rules.
Spouse Work Permits
A key E-2 benefit: your spouse can obtain a work permit to pursue any U.S. career. Strategize as a couple—consider which spouse’s career or qualifications (e.g., high salary or advanced degrees) could lead to employer-sponsored Green Cards, benefiting the entire family, including children under 21. Since 2013, same-sex spouses qualify equally for federal immigration benefits.
Children’s Work Restrictions
Children cannot get work permits under the E-2 visa, impacting teens over 14 eager for part-time jobs. Discuss this with your family. College students may qualify for work permits after their first year, depending on finances. At 21, children must secure their own visa or partner in your E-2 business (50% ownership) to stay involved.
Start Your E-2 Journey
Like our clients Rob and Jilly, a stable E-2 business offers immediate income security. Stay tuned for Part 4 on substantial investments. Contact us for a free consultation to tailor your E-2 visa and family strategy for U.S. success today!
General Overview – E Visa USA Options
E2 Part 1 – E2 Investment Visa Requirements
E2 Part 2 – E2 Visa Treaty Countries
E2 Part 3 – E2 Spouse or Employee Visa
E2 Part 4 – E2 Visa USA Minimum Investment Amount
E2 Part 5 – Finding the Right E2 Visa Business for Sale
E2 Part 6 – Retirement, E2 Visa to Green Card Process
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