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Can anyone with money get the E-2 visa?
The applicant must make a substantial investment to qualify for the E2 investor visa. However, the law does not state a minimum dollar amount. Generally, the applicant should be prepared to invest at least $100,000 US dollars in the enterprise to have a good E2 visa case.
How many people are waiting for green card in EB2?
Indian green card queue waiting numbers issued by USCIS. If the same amount of 2879 Green cards are issued to EB2 India every year from now, which seems like a case without any carryover from other categories, the Indian EB2 skilled worker has a wait of about 151 years.
Can you live in the US with an E-2 visa?
jpg. The E2 Treaty Investor visa allows the investor to live and work in the US to direct and develop the business, and allows entry of Executive, Management and Essential skills employees.
How long E2 visa takes?
The processing time for an E2 visa varies by Consulate anywhere from about two weeks to four months. After an initial review is completed, the Consulate will set up an interview with the applicant. If the E2 visa is approved, it may take up to a week for the visa itself to be issued.
How hard is it to get an E2 visa?
The E-2 application process can be daunting, and will require proper planning to be successful. However, prospective investors should note that most E-2 visa applications are approved, and with proper planning and execution, your application can be approved too. Thus, most E-2 visa applications get approved.
Should I downgrade from EB2 to EB3?
The only primary benefit of doing an EB2 to EB3 downgrade is to get the status of pending i-485. This pending i-485 status gives you access to i-485 EAD and ‘Advance parole’.
Can spouse work on E-2 visa?
The spouse may work for the E2 investor’s business or find a job with another employer. The spouse may also start his or her own business using the work permit. The employment may be full-time or part-time. The USCIS usually issues the spousal work permit within 2 to 3 months of applying.