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Can E-2 visa be converted to green card?

The E2 visa is a great option that allows you to live and work in the United States by investing in a US company. Yet, the E2 visa is a non-immigrant visa, so it does not directly lead to a green card. In order to go from an E2 visa to green card, you must apply for and get approved for an immigrant classification.

How do you get a green card from E2?

One of the most common ways to obtain a Green Card for an E-2 Visa holder is through a job offer from a U.S.-based employer either for the investor directly or for his spouse. An Employer can viably sponsor an E-2 Visa holder in either the second or third preference categories.

How long does it take to get a green card after E2 visa?

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.

Can an E2 visa be transferred?

It can be transferred The treaty trader, investor, or enterprise must notify USCIS by filing a new Form I-129 with fee, and may simultaneously request an extension of stay for the treaty trader or affected employee.

How do I sponsor my E-2 visa?

In order for a company to sponsor an E2 essential employee visa, it will need to:

1. be based in the United States;
2. have received a “substantial” investment by one or more investors of the same nationality as you;
3. that this or these investors of the same nationality as you, own(s) a minimum of 50\% of the shares;

Can you change an E-2 visa to another company?

An E-2 visa holder is permitted to either partially or fully own other companies. You do not need another visa to own another company, but you cannot work at the company. Mere ownership does not present a problem.

Can I change jobs on an E2 visa?

Back to: E2 Treaty Investors Nonimmigrant Treaty Traders and EB-5s Page 24 Investor/Trader Services Page 24 of 49 Can the E2 who is an employee change employers and remain in E status? An E2 employee cannot change employers and remain in E2 status.

Can my spouse work if I have E2 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.