E Visas

Requirements for all E Visas

You must meet the following requirements to pursue an E visa

• You must be working for a qualifying U.S. subsidiary of a company
• You must be a citizen of the same country as the business for which you work
• You must intend to depart when your status expires

Qualifying Companies

A company is a qualifying company for an E visa if it meets all of the following criteria

• The majority of the business is owned by citizens of the treaty country

Additional Requirements for the E-1 Treaty-Trader Visa

A business must meet the folowing additional requirements to be eligible to hire employees on E-1 visas

• The business must be engaged in trade
• The trade must be substantial
• The majority of the trade must be between the United States and the treaty country
• The alien employee must be employed in a specified capacity either as a manager or in a position involving "essential skills"

Additional Requirements for the E-2 Treaty-Investor Visa

You must meet the folowing additional requirements to be eligible for an E-2 visa

• You must be involved in active investment
• Your investment must be substantial
• Your business must create jobs
• You must fill an essential role in the business

Duration of Visa

E visas are usually granted for two years and can be renewed an unlimited number of times. Spouses and children can obtain dependent visas, and spouses can even obtain work permits.