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- Trade vs Investment: E1 visas are based on trade, E2 visas are based on investment in an active business, and EB-5 visas are based on investment in a new commercial enterprise that creates jobs.
- Business Activity: E1 visa holders may only work in the activity for which they were approved when the visa was granted. E2 visa holders are restricted to working in the business they've invested in. EB-5 visa holders are not restricted in their employment.
- Permanent Residency: E1 and E2 visas do not directly lead to permanent residency, while the EB-5 visa can.
- Investment Amount: The E1 visa does not require a specific investment amount, while the E2 visa requires a "substantial" investment. The EB-5 visa requires a significant investment of either $1.8 million or $900,000 in a TEA.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to common questions about investor visa applications.
The E1 visa is based on trade, E2 is based on investment in an active business, and EB-5 is based on investment in a new commercial enterprise that creates jobs. E1 and E2 visas do not directly lead to permanent residency, while the EB-5 visa can.
No, an investment in a U.S. business is not required for the E1 Visa. This visa is based on trade.
A "substantial" investment refers to a significant amount of capital that is invested in a bona fide enterprise in the U.S. The amount varies depending on the type of business, but it should be sufficient to ensure the investor's financial commitment to the successful operation of the enterprise.
The investment for an E2 Visa must be in an active business as opposed to passive investment such as stocks or real estate.
A Targeted Employment Area (TEA) is either a rural area or an area experiencing high unemployment. If the investment is made in a TEA, the minimum investment for an EB-5 visa is reduced to $900,000.