E-2 Investor Visa

How to apply for your E-2 investor visa with Subhan Law

Learn what you need to get started.

What Subhan Law Does For You

We advise E-2 clients on company formation, immigration, and tax. Whether you are seeking to start your own company, or purchase an exisiting company or franchise, we're here to help you every step of the way. Contact us to learn more.

E-2 Investor Visa

Foreign nationals from 80 countries that have a treaty with the US are eligible. Requires a substantial invesment and 5 year business plan. You can invest in starting a new company, a franchise, or purchase an existing business. E-2s are granted up to 5 years and can be extended indefinitely.

E-2 Visa Requirements	Description of Requirements
Treaty Country	Must be a national from a treaty country.
Substantial Investment	Depends on type of business, location, market, and other factors.
Source of Funds	Evidence of lawful source of funds used to make the investment.
Real & Operating	You must invest in a real and operating enterprise.
50% Ownership	You must have at least 50% ownership in the business.
Pass Marginality Test	Show income to support your family & contribute to US economy.
At-risk Investment	You control the funds and the investment is subject to loss.
Develop & Direct	You must be coming to the U.S. to develop and direct the enterprise.

*An E-2 escrow agreement can be used to purchase a franchise or an existing business, which can mitigate some commercial risk. This solution is not available when starting a new business.