Immigration Topic
E-2 Treaty Investor Visa: Running a Business in the United States
June 2, 2026 · Uncategorized
The E-2 Treaty Investor visa allows nationals of certain countries to enter and work in the United States based on a substantial investment in a U.S. business. Unlike the EB-5 investor visa, the E-2 does not directly lead to a green card — but it can be renewed indefinitely as long as the business operates.
Eligibility Requirements
The investor must be a national of a treaty country, must have invested or be actively in the process of investing a substantial amount of capital in a U.S. enterprise, and must be coming to the U.S. to develop and direct the business. The investment must be at risk — not in a passive account — and must be more than a marginal amount sufficient to support the investor and their family.
Benefits for Family
E-2 spouses can apply for work authorization. E-2 children under 21 can attend school in the U.S. The visa can be renewed as long as the treaty country relationship exists and the business remains operational.
Do Law Office assists entrepreneurs with E-2 business plan development, source-of-funds documentation, and the full application and interview process.
