Investor Visas
Strategic guidance for entrepreneurs and investors seeking to establish or expand business operations in the United States through EB-5 and E-2 visa programs.
Visa Programs
Investment-Based Immigration
Whether you're seeking permanent residency or a renewable work visa, we help investors navigate the complexities of U.S. immigration law.
EB-5 Immigrant Investor
Permanent ResidencyThe EB-5 program provides a path to permanent residency for foreign investors who invest in a new commercial enterprise that creates at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers.
Typical timeline: 2-4 years to conditional green card
Key Requirements
- Minimum investment of $1,050,000 (or $800,000 in a TEA)
- Investment in a new commercial enterprise
- Creation of at least 10 full-time jobs
- Lawful source of investment funds
- Active involvement in management or policy-making
E-2 Treaty Investor
Renewable VisaThe E-2 visa allows nationals of treaty countries to invest a substantial amount in a U.S. business and work in that business. Unlike EB-5, there is no minimum investment amount, but the investment must be substantial relative to the business.
Typical timeline: 3-6 months (renewable indefinitely)
Key Requirements
- National of a treaty country with the U.S.
- Substantial investment in a bona fide enterprise
- Investment must be at risk and irrevocable
- Business must not be marginal
- Intent to depart the U.S. when status expires