E-2 Renewal
E-2 visa · Reinvent NY glossary
E-2 visas can be renewed indefinitely as long as the business continues to operate and meet all E-2 requirements. Renewals are typically granted in 2-year increments (5 years for some nationalities at initial issuance). The renewal process requires demonstrating that the business is still active, generating revenue, and employing US workers. USCIS examines updated financials, tax returns, payroll records, and business growth. The approval rate for renewals is generally higher than initial applications, averaging around 85-90%.
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