E2 Visa Philippines | Rothrock Immigration Lawyer Boca Raton

E2 Visa Philippines.  Boca Raton immigration attorney Carl Rothrock files E2 visa applications for citizens of the Philippines who wish to manage a business in the United States.  The E-2 visa is a temporary business visa that allows a foreign citizen to develop and manage a business.  The citizen must contribute a substantial amount of capital in the business venture.

Visa Requirements for Philippines

• A citizen of the Philippines must control the majority ownership or control of the investing or trading company.
• Only a citizen of the Philippines can file the E2 visa application.
• An E-2 visa is temporary. An embassy can issue an E2 visa for a maximum of five years; however, each country’s treaty dictates how long the treaty may be issued.
• The U.S. Embassy in Manila processes E2 investor applications for Filipino citizens.
• Each U.S. Embassy has its own set of guidelines when processing an E2 application.   Click this link to see the specific requirements for E2 treaty visa for the Philippines.

Derivative Visa Status for Spouse and Child of E2 Holder

• The spouse of an E2 visa holder may apply for a work authorization permit.  The permit allows the spouse to work for any employer that accepts foreign work authorization. 
• A child of an E2 visa holder may attend school in the United States provided the child is under the age of 21.  The child does not need an F1 visa.

Hire a Qualified Immigration Lawyer to Represent You

Carl Rothrock is an experienced immigration lawyer in Boca Raton, Florida. He has additional offices in Miami and Fort Lauderdale.   He has been licensed to practice law since 1989 and has successfully filed E2 treaty applications on behalf of investors from all over the world.  Mr. Rothrock is admitted to practice before all Immigration Courts in the United States as well as the Board of Immigration Appeals.  He provides representation to clients within and outside the U.S.  To schedule a free initial consultation, call Rothrock Immigration Lawyer today.

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