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Investment Visas

Build your US presence through investment.

Foreign nationals who want to start a US business, expand an existing enterprise, or gain permanent residency through investment may qualify for E-1, E-2, or EB-5 status.

E-1 and E-2 visas are available only to citizens of countries with a bilateral treaty with the United States. We help investors assess eligibility, prepare business plans, and document source of funds — the most scrutinized element in these cases.

Eligibility depends on nationality, investment amount, and the nature of the business. For EB-5, the investment must create at least 10 full-time US jobs. We guide clients through every step of the documentation and filing process.

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E-1 Treaty TraderNon-immigrant
For individuals overseeing trade enterprises between the US and a treaty country. Initially 2 years; extensions granted indefinitely. Requires substantial trade volume between both countries.
E-2 Treaty InvestorNon-immigrant
For investors starting or running a US business. No fixed minimum investment — but it must be substantial and the business must be more than marginal. Initially 2 years; renewable indefinitely.
EB-5 Immigrant InvestorPermanent
For investors seeking permanent residency through a qualifying investment creating at least 10 full-time jobs. Standard: $1,050,000; targeted employment areas: $800,000.
E-1/E-2 Treaty CountriesEligibility
Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bolivia, Canada, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Denmark, Estonia, Ethiopia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Honduras, Iran, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Korea, Latvia, Luxembourg, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Paraguay, Philippines, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom, and others.

Check USCIS Processing Times

USCIS publishes current processing times for each form and field office. Use the official tool to get an estimate for your case. Processing times change frequently — check it regularly.

I-526E — Immigrant Petition by Regional Center Investor (EB-5)I-829 — Petition to Remove Conditions (EB-5)I-485 — Adjustment of StatusDS-160 — Nonimmigrant Visa Application (E-1/E-2 at consulate)

In the USCIS tool: select the form number, then choose the field office or service center handling your case. If you're unsure which office has your case, check your receipt notice (Form I-797).

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Start with a consultation.

We'll assess your eligibility, explain the investment requirements, and map out the most direct path to approval.

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