Investing in America – E2 Visa PART – 2

E-2 Visa: What You Need to Know

To strengthen your E-2 visa application:

Create a detailed, credible business plan

Be ready to manage the day-to-day operations

Prove your business is more than marginal

Prepare for the consular interview with confidence

Choosing the Right Law Firm
Not all immigration attorneys are the same. At the Law Offices of Chris M. Ingram, we’ve helped hundreds of clients secure E-2 visas with hands-on, personalized support. Visit our website to view a wide range of video testimonials from real clients like Jane.

A quality law firm should:

Be responsive and transparent

Share case success stories

Offer deep experience in U.S. immigration law

We take pride in providing thorough, expert guidance to give you the best possible chance of success.

How Long Can You Have an E-2 Visa?

The E-2 visa is initially granted for up to two years, but it can be renewed indefinitely as long as the enterprise remains operational and continues to meet the visa requirements. However, holders of an E-2 visa must intend to eventually depart the U.S. when their business in the U.S. is concluded—a reflection of the non-immigrant nature of this visa category. Dependents of the E-2 visa holder, such as a spouse or unmarried children under the age of 21, can also be eligible for visas. Importantly, the spouse may apply for work authorization once in the U.S.

The process of obtaining an E-2 visa involves a thorough application, including detailed documentation about the investor’s nationality, the business’s legitimacy and financial standing, and evidence that the investment funds have been lawfully obtained. Interviews at the U.S. consulate or embassy are typically required.