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Are Indians eligible for E2?
India does not have an E2 treaty with the US. Therefore, to qualify for an E2 visa, you may consider applying for citizenship to another country which has an E2 treaty with the US. Two countries you may wish to consider are Grenada and Canada.
How much do you need to invest for an E2 visa?
Generally, the applicant should be prepared to invest at least $100,000 US dollars in the enterprise to have a good E2 visa case. The actual amount required will depend on the type of business the investor chooses. Investments less than $100,000 may potentially qualify for some low cost start-up businesses.
Can two people apply for E2 visa?
The short answer is yes. That is, 2 people can apply for an E-2 visa for the same business as two investors. The investors do not have to be from the same country, but must both be from a treaty country. The investors do not have to apply at the same time, but both must make a substantial investment.
Can Indian citizen buy business in USA?
But the first question that arises in the mind of people is can they start their own company in the U.S. being a non-resident? Well, the answer is Yes. Even if you are a non-resident you can start your own company in the U.S.
How can I start my own business in USA from India?
VISA Options Required for Indians to set up a business in the USA
- B-1 Visa: The B-1 visa allows you to visit the United States of America for 6 months and is granted by the Government to promote business and entrepreneurship.
- E-2 Visa: The E-2 visa is helpful for non-residents willing to establish startups in the USA.
Can E2 visa holder work for 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.
How can a Indian citizen start a business in USA?
Is it possible for an Indian citizen to start a business?
It is very much possible for an Indian citizen to establish and run a successful business in the US. The procedure for both US citizens and Indian citizens is the same. Just that Indian citizens have to produce few additional documents and pay some additional taxes. This link may help you.
Do you need to travel to India to register a business?
Similarly, the entire process of business registration can be done online and there is no requirement to travel to India or be present physically at any stage. In case you are travelling India on a business visa, you can sign all the documents during your India visit.
Can I own a company in India as a US passport holder?
1. I am a US Passport holder; can I own a company in India? Yes, you can very well own a company in India (partly or even wholly) or set up your own company in India. Setting up or owning a company in India can broadly be achieved with the following options:
Can a non-US citizen start a company in the US?
Yes, a non-US citizen can start a company in the States. It’s not actually that much different from a citizen starting a business. There’s only one significant difference, which I’ll get to in a minute.