USA Investor Visa – Your Pathway to Business & Residency in the U.S.

The United States offers multiple Investor Visa options for entrepreneurs, investors, and business professionals looking to live and work in the U.S. while contributing to the economy. The most popular investor visas include the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Visa and the E-2 Treaty Investor Visa.

1. EB-5 Immigrant Investor Visa (Green Card for Investors)
The EB-5 Visa is designed for foreign investors who want to obtain U.S. permanent residency (Green Card) by investing in the U.S. economy.

Eligibility Criteria for EB-5 Visa

• ✔ Investment Requirement: Minimum $1.05 million investment in a new or existing U.S. business. OR minimum $800,000 investment in a Targeted Employment Area (TEA) (rural or high-unemployment areas).
• ✔ Job Creation Requirement: Must create at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers.
• ✔ Business Type: The investment must be in a for-profit enterprise (e.g., real estate, manufacturing, technology startups). Investors can invest directly or through a Regional Center (a government-approved investment fund).

Benefits of the EB-5 Visa

• ✅ Permanent Residency (Green Card) for the investor, spouse, and children under 21.
• ✅ No sponsor required – direct investment leads to self-petition.
• ✅ Access to U.S. education, healthcare, and business opportunities.
• ✅ Pathway to U.S. citizenship after 5 years.

Application Process

• 1️⃣ Invest in a U.S. Business or Regional Center
• 2️⃣ File Form I-526 (Immigrant Petition by Investor)
• 3️⃣ Obtain Conditional Green Card (2 years)
• 4️⃣ Demonstrate Job Creation & Business Growth
• 5️⃣ Apply for Permanent Green Card (I-829 Petition)

2. E-2 Treaty Investor Visa (Temporary Business Visa)
The E-2 Visa allows entrepreneurs from treaty countries to live and work in the U.S. by making a substantial investment in a U.S. business.

Eligibility Criteria for E-2 Visa

• ✔ Nationality Requirement: Only citizens of E-2 treaty countries can apply. Examples: Canada, UK, India (via Grenadian or Turkish citizenship), Japan, Germany, etc.
• ✔ Investment Amount: No fixed minimum, but typically $100,000+ is recommended. Must be sufficient to operate and grow the business.
• ✔ Business Type: Must actively manage a for-profit business (e.g., retail, franchise, tech startup). Passive investments (e.g., real estate rental) do not qualify.
• ✔ Job Creation: Should create jobs or contribute to the U.S. economy.

Benefits of the E-2 Visa

• ✅ Quick Processing (as fast as 3 months)
• ✅ Renewable Indefinitely (as long as the business is active)
• ✅ Spouse can apply for a work permit in the U.S.
• ✅ Children (under 21) can attend U.S. schools.

Application Process

• 1️⃣ Invest in or Purchase a U.S. Business
• 2️⃣ Prepare a Business Plan & Proof of Investment
• 3️⃣ File the E-2 Visa Application at the U.S. Consulate
• 4️⃣ Attend a Visa Interview
• 5️⃣ Receive the E-2 Visa & Start Your Business in the U.S.

EB-5 vs. E-2 Visa: Key Differences

Which Investor Visa is Right for You?

• 🔹 Choose EB-5 Visa if you want U.S. permanent residency (Green Card) and can invest at least $800,000.
• 🔹 Choose E-2 Visa if you want a fast, flexible business visa with a lower investment but don’t need a Green Card.

Start Your U.S. Investment Journey Today!
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