Background
Our client is a skilled Dental Technologist from Germany with over 25 years of specialized experience in restorative and reconstructive dentistry. As the owner and CEO of a dental laboratory in the Pacific Northwest, he has spent decades providing state-of-the-art dental restorations for world-renowned specialists.
Despite running a successful business, staying in the United States on an E-2 visa requires a renewal, where you must prove that the business remains active, substantial, and non-marginal. To continue his work in the United States, our client requested support from our law firm to ensure an error-free petition that demonstrated the future viability of his business.
VisaNation Case Strategy
To secure a multi-year renewal, our legal team had to prove that the treaty enterprise continued to meet the stringent requirements of the E-2 classification. Our strategy focused on three primary pillars:
- We highlighted the ongoing commitment of funds. We documented over $120,000 in specialized laboratory equipment transferred from Germany and provided comprehensive financial statements showing continuous reinvestment into the business’s infrastructure and technology.
- We demonstrated that the lab generates significantly more than a minimal living for the investor by providing W-3 and W-2 records that showed the company employs multiple U.S. workers and has a gross annual income of nearly half a million dollars.
- We evidenced that the owner was not just a passive business owner but an active participant. We did this by showcasing his Master’s degree from Munich and a resume filled with international publications and memberships in organizations like the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, which shows his presence is essential to the technical consulting services he provides to U.S. dentists.
The Verdict
By organizing our petition with clear evidence, ranging from articles of incorporation to merchant processing statements, we presented a compelling case to the Consular Officer. The response was a success, and the E-2 visa renewal was approved, allowing our client and his spouse to continue their vital work in the U.S. dental industry.
