E-2 VISA Posts

Particularly for Pakistani Nationals and FoParticularly for Pakistani Nationals and Foreign-Owned LLCs/Corporations Opening a U.S. business bank account is a critical step in launching and operating a company in the United States. For foreign nationals, this process can be far more complex than anticipated, especially for individuals from countries such as Pakistan. U.S. financial institutions […]

While many believe they need at least $150,000 or more to apply, that is not always true. There is no official minimum investment. What matters is that the money is used for a real, active business — and that the investment is not marginal. In other words, it must grow to support more than just the investor and their family.

By E2VisaShop Editorial Team | May 2025 As of May 30, 2025, the U.S. Department of State has implemented a new fee structure for non-immigrant visa categories, including a substantial increase in the application fee for the E-2 Treaty Investor Visa. The cost of applying for an E-2 visa at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate

Launching a business in the U.S. through an E-2 Visa doesn’t necessarily mean you need to break the bank. With a modest budget of under $65,000, here are five practical, profitable business ideas to successfully establish your venture and satisfy visa requirements. Below, each business idea includes reasoning for approval under the E-2 Visa guidelines, despite investment being below the commonly referenced threshold of $100,000, and importantly, reiterates that there is no exact minimum investment amount officially required by the E-2 visa guidelines.

gas stations remain a time-tested and profitable venture. When paired with the E-2 Treaty Investor visa, owning and operating a gas station

As we push through 2025, investors from around the world are still looking to the United States for growth, security, and opportunity. One of the strongest pathways for those seeking permanent residency is the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program. Despite what you might hear in the media—especially with the spotlight on immigration control under Trump—the EB-5 visa remains a solid and strategic move for serious investors.

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Launching a business in the United States is an exciting venture, especially for prospective E-2 visa applicants. But a critical question arises during the early stages of setting up your business: Can you actively work while waiting for your visa approval?

One of the biggest myths out there is that a Canadian bankruptcy automatically disqualifies you from getting a U.S. visa. Not true.