Have you ever dreamed of starting a business in the United States doing what you love? The E-2 Visa is one of the best ways to turn your passion into a profitable business in the U.S. market. This visa is designed for investors from certain treaty countries and allows you to legally live and work in the U.S. while managing your own business.
What is the E-2 Visa?
The E-2 Visa allows citizens of countries with a commerce treaty with the United States to invest a “substantial” amount in a new or existing business within the country. While there is no fixed investment amount, the investment must be sufficient to ensure the success of the business.
Why is it ideal for building a business around your passion?
Because it doesn’t require you to purchase a multimillion-dollar business. You can start a business from scratch, based on your experience or skills—such as a beauty salon, restaurant, consulting firm, or even an online or tech-based company. What matters most is proving that your business is real, operational, and capable of creating jobs.
Benefits of the E-2 Visa:
• You can legally work in your own business.
• Your spouse can apply for a work permit.
• Your children under 21 can attend school in the U.S.
• The visa can be renewed indefinitely, as long as the business remains active and meets the requirements.
What do you need to apply?
• Be a citizen of an eligible country (such as Colombia, Peru, Argentina, among others).
• Have a solid and well-structured business plan.
• Invest a significant amount in the business (usually a minimum of $100,000 USD is recommended, though it may vary).
• Demonstrate that your business is not marginal—that is, it must generate enough income to support you and your family.
• Show that you control the funds and that the money comes from legal sources.
Key tips to turn your passion into an E-2 business:
- Evaluate your talents and experience. Identify things you already do well that could be monetized.
- Conduct market research. Find out if there’s demand for your product or service in the U.S.
- Prepare a professional business plan. This will be one of the most important documents in your application.
- Surround yourself with experts. Working with immigration attorneys and accountants can make a big difference in the success of your case.
Real success stories:
Many of our clients have successfully launched businesses based on their passions: chefs who opened restaurants, designers who launched boutiques, marketing professionals who built agencies—all supported by the E-2 Visa.
Turn your dream into reality today!
If you have a passion, a clear idea, and the desire to start a business in the United States, at Jurado & Associates we are ready to help you take that big step. We will guide you from the legal structuring of your business to the complete submission of your E-2 Visa application.
Message us today on WhatsApp at +1 (305) 921-0976 or email us at [email protected] and discover how we can help you turn your business idea into reality in the United States. Your entrepreneurial future is just one message away!
