Practice Area
E-2 Treaty Investor Visa
Start or buy a business in the United States.
The E-2 visa allows citizens of treaty countries to invest in and manage a U.S. business. Unlike the EB-5, there's no minimum investment amount — the investment must be 'substantial' relative to the business. BBA Immigration helps entrepreneurs structure their investment and build a strong petition.
There is no minimum investment amount written into the E-2 rules. What matters is whether the investment is substantial relative to the business — which puts this route within reach of more founders than expected.
E-2 Visa Requirements
To qualify for an E-2 treaty investor visa:
What Counts as 'Substantial'?
There's no fixed dollar amount for the E-2. The investment must be substantial relative to the total cost of the business. For a small business, $80,000–$100,000 might qualify. For a larger enterprise, more is expected. BBA Immigration helps you structure your investment to meet the substantiality test and present it convincingly to the consular officer or USCIS.
Treaty Countries
The E-2 is available to citizens of countries that maintain a treaty of commerce and navigation with the United States. Many Latin American, European, and Asian countries qualify, including Argentina, Chile, Colombia, and many others. If you're not sure whether your country qualifies, contact us for a quick evaluation.