E-2 Investor Visa
Start Your Business in America — With Someone Who Did It
Our founder self-funded his E-2 visa, built his company from scratch, and now helps entrepreneurs from 20+ countries do the same. No textbook advice — real experience.
What is the E-2 Visa?
The E-2 Investor Visa allows foreign nationals to live and work in the United States by investing in and operating a real business. It is one of the most practical paths to US residency for entrepreneurs — no lottery, no employer sponsorship, and no decade-long wait.
Up to 5-Year Visa
E-2 visas are granted for up to 5 years and can be renewed indefinitely as long as your business is operating.
Investment from $100K+
There is no fixed minimum, but investments starting around $100,000 can qualify depending on the business type.
Bring Your Family
Your spouse and children under 21 can join you in the US. Your spouse is also eligible for work authorization.
Kids Attend Local Schools
Your children can enroll in US public or private schools, giving them access to American education from day one.
What We Offer
End-to-end E-2 visa support, from your first consultation to visa approval and beyond.
Business Plan Development
We support the preparation of a detailed business plan with financial projections, market analysis, and a hiring roadmap tailored for attorney-led E-2 filings.
Document Coordination
We help organize business and supporting documents and coordinate closely with independent immigration counsel for filing and submission.
Interview Preparation
We provide practical interview preparation based on real founder experience and common consular questions — not generic checklists from the internet.
Renewal & Compliance
We support E-2 renewal preparation through business documentation updates, operational review, and coordination with independent immigration counsel.
How It Works
Consultation
Initial assessment of your eligibility, investment plan, and timeline.
Business Plan
Develop a USCIS-compliant business plan with financial projections and hiring strategy.
Filing
Your immigration attorney prepares and files the E-2 visa application. We coordinate supporting documentation and logistics.
Approval
Interview preparation, consulate process guidance, and post-approval operational support.
Why Reinvent NY
First-Hand Experience
Our founder went through the E-2 process himself — self-funded, self-navigated, and built a company from day one.
250+ Consultations
We have advised entrepreneurs from over 20 countries on E-2 visa strategy, business planning, and US market entry.
Full-Cycle Support
Not just the visa — we help with real estate, banking, company formation, and everything you need to operate in the US.
Related Glossary Terms Click to learn more
E-2 Visa
Investor visa for treaty country nationals to start or buy a US business
E-2 Business Plan
Detailed plan showing viability, job creation, and investment strategy
Substantial Investment
Capital sufficient to ensure the business will succeed and operate
Treaty Country
Nation with a qualifying commerce and navigation treaty with the US
Source of Funds
Documentation proving investment capital was lawfully obtained
DS-160
Online nonimmigrant visa application form required by US embassies
E-2 Renewal
Process to extend E-2 status, typically in 2 or 5-year increments
E-2 Spouse Work Authorization
E-2 dependents can obtain an EAD to work in any US job
Directing and Developing
Investor must control and guide the enterprise's operations
Marginality Test
Business must generate income beyond just supporting the investor's family
Ready to Start Your E-2 Visa Journey?
Book a consultation. We will discuss your situation, business plan, and connect you with the right professionals to support your path to the US.
Contact UsReinvent NY provides business planning, operational support, and document coordination. Legal advice and filing are handled by independent licensed immigration attorneys.