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Can You Use a Business Loan for an E-2 Visa Investment? Rules and Limitations Explained
Many entrepreneurs ask whether they can use borrowed money to meet the financial requirements for an E-2 Investor Visa. The...Continue reading→
How to Prove You’re in a Position to “Develop and Direct” the E-2 Enterprise
Proving that an investor is positioned to “develop and direct” an E-2 enterprise is one of the most important —...Continue reading→
Strategies to Boost Your E-2 Visa Approval Rate When Investing in a Startup
Investing in a U.S. startup under the E-2 visa can be one of the fastest ways for entrepreneurs from treaty...Continue reading→
How to Value Intellectual Property and Intangible Assets as Part of Your E-2 Investment
Valuing intellectual property and other intangible assets correctly can make or break an E-2 investor petition — it affects whether...Continue reading→
What Makes a Business “Substantial” for the E-2 Visa? Understanding the Proportionality Test
The idea of a “substantial” investment is central to qualifying for an E-2 Treaty Investor visa — but it’s not...Continue reading→
How to Demonstrate That Your E-2 Investment Funds Are “Irrevocably Committed”
Proving that investment funds are “irrevocably committed” is one of the most important hurdles in an E-2 visa application —...Continue reading→
Why Passive Investments Don’t Qualify for the E-2 Visa and How to Avoid Rejection
The E-2 visa can be a powerful path to live and work in the United States, but many applicants are...Continue reading→
The Ultimate Checklist: Documents You Need for a Strong E-2 Visa Application
Preparing a strong E-2 visa application means assembling more than just a few papers — it requires a focused, organized...Continue reading→
E-2 Investor Visa in 2025: What Changed and How to Win
The E-2 investor visa remains one of the most practical routes for entrepreneurs to live and work in the United...Continue reading→
How to Identify a “Real and Operating” Business for E-2 Visa Eligibility
Determining whether a business qualifies as a “real and operating” enterprise for E-2 visa purposes is one of the most...Continue reading→
How to Choose the Right Immigration Lawyer for Your E-2 Visa Application
Choosing the right lawyer can make the difference between a smooth E-2 visa application and months of delays or costly...Continue reading→
Tax Considerations Every E-2 Investor Should Know Before Investing in the U.S.
Investing in the United States under an E-2 treaty investor visa opens many business opportunities, but tax rules can change...Continue reading→
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