Background
Our client, a pilot from Argentina with over 20 years of technical and managerial experience, dreamed of establishing a business in the U.S. that would create jobs and generate long-term economic value. Although he had built a successful aviation career, he sought new opportunities through entrepreneurship.
The E-2 visa is a type of visa that allows foreign nationals to enter the United States for the purpose of investing in and managing a business. It is often referred to as the “Investor Visa” or “Entrepreneur Visa” and is available to citizens of certain countries that have a treaty of commerce and navigation with the United States. The E-2 visa is a non-immigrant visa, which means that it does not provide a direct path to permanent residency or citizenship in the United States. However, it can be renewed indefinitely as long as the investor continues to meet the eligibility criteria. To be eligible for an E-2 visa, the applicant must have invested or be in the process of investing a substantial amount of capital in a U.S. business and must have a controlling interest in the enterprise. Additionally, the applicant must be coming to the United States solely to develop and direct the business. The E-2 visa is a popular option for entrepreneurs and small business owners who wish to start a business in the United States, as it provides a relatively quick and straightforward path to entry.
VisaNation Case Strategy
Our client was a pilot in Argentina who had an issue with his educational background. The Argentinian standards for his academics were not accredited in the U.S.. Our firm found out that our client had been making substantial commitments of funds that represent an actual investment in a trucking company, so we had to form a case around his expertise and involvement in the trucking industry to move forward with his E-2 visa.
