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Frequently Asked Questions about the E2 Visa

The E2 Visa is available to nationals from countries that maintain a treaty of commerce and navigation with the United States. A current list of treaty countries can be found on the U.S. Department of State's website.

There is no minimum investment amount specified for the E2 Visa, but the investment must be substantial. It should be sufficient to ensure the successful operation of the business and significant enough to show your commitment to the business’s success.
Yes, the investment can be in any bona fide enterprise that is legal and actively engaged in commercial or entrepreneurial activities with the aim of generating profit. It cannot be a passive investment, such as purchasing real estate for personal use.
While prior business experience is not a mandatory requirement, having experience can strengthen your application by demonstrating your ability to successfully develop and direct the business.
Yes, your spouse and unmarried children under the age of 21 can apply for E2 dependent visas to accompany or join you in the United States. Your spouse may also apply for work authorization.

The E2 Visa typically allows for an initial stay of up to five years. However, you may request extensions of stay in increments of up to two years each, with no limit on the number of extensions, as long as the E2 business remains operational.

The E2 Visa is a non-immigrant visa, meaning it does not directly lead to permanent residence in the U.S. (a Green Card). However, you may pursue other avenues toward obtaining a Green Card that align with U.S. immigration policies.
To renew your E2 Visa, you must demonstrate that the business is still operational and meets the E2 Visa requirements. This typically involves submitting updated documentation on the business’s financial health and your continued role in its operation.
No, there is no limit to the number of times you can renew your E2 Visa as long as the business continues to operate according to E2 Visa regulations and supports your stay in the United States.
If the business fails, you may lose your eligibility for E2 status. You should inform the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and either adjust your status to another visa category, if eligible, or depart the United States.

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