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E-2 Treaty Visa

E-2 Treaty Visa | Rothrock Immigration Lawyer | Naples | Boca Raton | Miami | Ft Myers

E-2 Treaty Visa | Rothrock Immigration Lawyer | Naples | Miami | Boca Raton | Ft Myers
Florida immigration lawyer Carl Rothrock files E2 Visa applications.

The E-1 Treaty Visa and E-2 Treaty Visa are temporary business visas that allow an applicant to enter the U.S. to start a business. Carl Rothrock is an immigration lawyer in Naples, Florida, with additional offices in Fort Myers, Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and Cape Coral. The Rothrock Law Firm has successfully represented thousands of clients from more than 100 countries.  Several organizations have recognized Carl Rothrock’s achievements in immigration law, including the following:

  • “AV Preeminent Rating,” Martindale Hubbell, the highest peer rating standard given to attorneys who are ranked at the highest level of professional excellence and ethical standards by their peers.
  • Top Rated Lawyers in Florida, Immigration,” Lawyers of Distinction, as published in Forbes and the New York Times.
  • “Top 10 Immigration Attorneys, Florida,”  Best of the Best Attorneys
  • “Top 10 Immigration Attorneys, Florida,” the American Institute of Legal Counsel
  • “Top Immigration Attorneys, Florida,” The Top 100 Lawyers
  • “Top Ranking Immigration Law Firms in Florida,” American Association of Attorney Advocates
  • “Immigration Lawyer of the Year, USA,” Lawyer Monthly’s Legal Awards.

E-1 Treaty Visa Requirements

  • An E1 visa allows a foreign business owner to enter the United States to conduct business.
  • The United States and the foreign country must have a treaty that allows for the E-1 Visa.
  • Click this link to see which countries have a treaty with the United States allowing for E-1 visas.
  • The E1 visa applicant must be a citizen of the country that has a treaty with the United States.
  • The E1 applicant must own a majority interest of the foreign business and/or control the operations of the business.
  • The foreign business must engage in substantial trade with the United States.  At least half its international transactions must be with the U.S. In evaluating substantial trade, the government will consider both the number of transactions, as well as the dollar amount of gross income.
  • The E1 visa is temporary but can be renewed. The Consulate will issue the E1 visa from three months to five years, according to the terms of the individual treaty.
  • The E1 holder’s spouse and unmarried children under 21 can reside in the United States with the treaty holder. The spouse can work, and the children can attend public school.

E-2 Treaty Visa Requirements

  • The E-2 treaty visa allows an applicant to own and operate a business in the United States.  
  • The United States and the foreign country must have a treaty that allows for the E-2 Visa.
  • Click this link to see which countries have a treaty with the United States allowing for E-2 visas.
  • The E2 applicant must be a citizen of the country that has a treaty with the United States.
  • The E-2 treaty visa applicant must own a majority interest in the U.S. business and/or must control the business.
  • The E2 applicant must manage the business. (S)he cannot simply work at the business.
  • The applicant must make a substantial investment, and the investment must be at risk. In other words, the applicant cannot simply put money in a business bank account.
  • The E-2 treaty visa is temporary. The State Department will issue the visa anywhere from three months to five years, according to the terms of the treaty.
  • The E2 visa holder’s spouse and unmarried children under 21 can live with the treaty holder. The spouse can work, and the children can attend public school.

How Long Does it Take to Get an E-1 treaty visa or E-2 treaty visa?

  • If the applicant is currently outside the United States, (s)he must file the E-2 treaty visa application through the U.S. Embassy.  Although wait times vary, many of the Embassies are currently taking 4 to 9 months to interview E2 clients.  The Embassies are usually issuing the visa around 1 to 2 weeks after the interview.
  • If the applicant is already in the United States under another status, such as visitor status, (s)he may file an application for change of status while in the United States.  The U.S. government is currently taking around 10 months to process the application.  If the applicant pays an extra fee, the government will make a decision within thirty days. 
  • The Rothrock Law Firm usually recommends to its clients to file the application through the Embassy.  The Embassy issues the visa for up to five years.  During the period in which the visa is valid, the E2 visa holder can travel in and out of the United States.  If the applicant files the application through USCIS, the government will issue E2 authorization for up to 2 years only. Further, if the applicant leaves the United States before the 2 years ends, (s)he will not be able to re-enter the United States with E2 status.

Can the Rothrock Law Firm help me obtain E-1 and E-2 Visas if I live outside the United States?

Yes, the Rothrock Law Firm can represent you regardless of whether you live within the United States or outside the United States.  The attorneys at the Rothrock Law Firm are admitted to practice before the United States Immigration Courts in all fifty states. Many of our clients reside abroad when they hire us.

Prior to practicing immigration law, Carl Rothrock served as a complex litigation consultant to the defense teams of many Fortune 100 companies, including Shell Oil, British Petroleum, Chevron, Chesapeake Energy, Bank of America, UBS Bank of Switzerland, Johnson & Johnson, American Airlines and Walmart.  He also acted as counsel for over 800 clients in a defective product litigation involving defective construction materials. Our attorneys have a combined 65 years of experience and have filed thousands of immigration cases.

To Contact an E2 Immigration Lawyer today, call the Rothrock Law Firm at (239) 206-2363.

E2 Visa Austria

E2 Visa Austria

Rothrock Immigration Lawyer E2 treaty visa Austria

Immigration lawyer Carl Rothrock files E2 visas for citizens of Austria

E2 Visa Austria.  Carl Rothrock, immigration lawyer in Cape Coral, Florida, files E2 Visa applications for citizens of Austria who wish to enter the United States to operate a business.  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.

Requirements for E2 Visa in Austria

  • Austrian citizens must control the majority ownership or control of the investing or trading company.
  • Citizens of Austria must file the E2 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 Vienna processes E2 investor applications for Austrian citizens.
  • E2 treaty countries have different requirements for approval.  Click this link to see the specific requirements for E2 treaty visa for Austria.

Benefits to Spouse and Child of E2 Visa Holder

  • The spouse of an E2 visa holder may live and work in the United States.
  • A child of an E2 visa holder may attend school in the United States; however, the child cannot work.

Schedule a free consultation today with an Experienced Immigration Lawyer

Discuss your options today with an experienced immigration attorney.  Cape Coral immigration attorney Carl Rothrock has been licensed to practice law since 1989 and has successfully filed E2 treaty applications for investors throughout the world.  Mr. Rothrock is admitted to practice before the Board of Immigration Appeals and all Immigration Courts in the United States. He represents clients both inside and outside the U.S.  To schedule a free initial consultation, call Rothrock Immigration Lawyer today.

Belgian E2 Treaty Visas

Belgian E2 Treaty Visas

Rothrock Immigration Lawyer E2 visa Belgium

Immigration lawyer Carl Rothrock files E2 visas for citizens of Belgium

Belgian E2 Treaty Visas.  Carl Rothrock, Cape Coral immigration lawyer, files E2 treaty visa applications for citizens of Belgium wishing to enter 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.

E2 Treaty Visa Requirements for Belgium

  • Belgian citizens must control the majority ownership or control of the investing or trading company.
  • Only Belgian citizens can file the E2 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 Brussels processes E2 treaty visas for Belgian applicants.
  • Each E2 treaty country has specific requirements for eligibility.  Click this link to see the specific requirements for E2 treaty visa in Belgium.

Spouses and Children of E2 Treaty Applicants

  • A spouse and/or a child under age 21 of an E2 holder can obtain an E2 derivative visa.
  • The derivative visa allows a spouse to apply for a work permit.  This visa also permits a child under 21 to school. The child cannot work, even if the child has already completed school.

Consult an Experienced Immigration Lawyer to file your E2 Visa Application

Belgium has very specific guidelines in adjudicating an E2 visa application.  Attorney Carl Rothrock is an experienced immigration lawyer in Cape Coral, Florida.  He has been licensed to practice law since 1989.  He 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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E2 Treaty Visa Canada

Rothrock Law Firm files E2 visas for Canadian citizens

Immigration lawyer files E2 visa applications for Canadian citizens

E2 Treaty Visa Canada.  Carl Rothrock, immigration lawyer in Fort Myers, Florida, files E2 treaty visa applications for citizens of  Canada wishing to enter 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.

E2 treaty visa requirements for Canada

  • Canadian citizens must control the majority ownership or control of the investing or trading company.
  • A citizen of the Canada must file the E2 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.  Canada currently issues E2 visas for a period of 60 months.
  • The U.S. Embassy in Toronto processes E2 treaty visas for Canadian applicants.
  • Each E2 treaty country has specific requirements for eligibility.  Click this link to see the specific requirements for E2 treaty visa in Canada.

Child and Spouse of E2 Treaty Applicants

  • The child and spouse of an E2 holder can obtain an E2 derivative visa.
  • A spouse can apply for a work permit, and the child can attend school if they hold  E2 derivative visas. The spouse does not have to work for the E2 company. The spouse can work anywhere in the United States that permits work authorization.

Hire an Experienced Immigration Lawyer to file your E2 Visa Application

Each embassy has its own procedures for submitting an E2 application.  Carl Rothrock is an experienced immigration lawyer in Fort Myers, Florida.  He has been licensed to practice law since 1989.  He 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.

E2 Visa Australia

E2 Visa Australia

E2 Visa Australia.  Carl Rothrock, immigration lawyer in Cape Coral, Florida, files E2 Visa applications for citizens of Australia who wish to enter the United States to operate a business.  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.

Requirements for E2 Visa in Australia

  • Australian citizens must control the majority ownership or control of the investing or trading company.
  • Citizens of Australia must file the E2 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. Currently, Australia is issuing E2 visas for 48 months.
  • The U.S. Embassies in Melbourne, Perth, and Sydney process E2 investor applications for Australian citizens.

Benefits to Spouse and Child of E2 Visa Holder

  • The spouse of an E2 visa holder may live and work in the United States.
  • A child of an E2 visa holder may attend school in the United States; however, the child cannot work.

Schedule a free consultation today with an Experienced Immigration Lawyer

Discuss your options today with an experienced immigration attorney.  Cape Coral immigration attorney Carl Rothrock has been licensed to practice law since 1989 and has successfully filed E2 treaty applications for investors throughout the world.  Mr. Rothrock is admitted to practice before the Board of Immigration Appeals and all Immigration Courts in the United States. He represents clients both inside and outside the U.S.  To schedule a free initial consultation, call Rothrock Immigration Lawyer today.

E2 Visa Czech Republic

E2 Visa Czech Republic

Rothrock Immigration Lawyer files E2 applications for Czech citizens

Naples immigration lawyer Carl Rothrock files E2 visas for citizens of the Czech Republic

E2 Visa Czech Republic.  Naples immigration attorney, Carl Rothrock, files E2 treaty visa applications for citizens of the Czech Republic wishing to enter 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.

Czech Republic E2 treaty visa requirements

  • Czech citizens must control the majority ownership or control of the investing or trading company.
  • A Czech citizen must file the E2 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 Prague processes E2 treaty visas for Czech applicants.
  • Each E2 treaty country has specific requirements for eligibility.  Click this link to see the specific requirements for E2 treaty visa for the Czech Republic.

Spouse and Child of the E2 Treaty Applicant

  • Spouse of an E2 treaty applicant is eligible for an E2 derivative visa.  The E2 derivative visa allows the spouse to work in the United States.
  • Children under the age of 21 of the E2 treaty applicant are also eligible for an E2 derivative visa.  Children may attend school in the United States but cannot work in the U.S.

Select an Experienced Immigration Lawyer to file your E2 Visa Application

Applying for an E2 visa is a complicated process.  Carl Rothrock is an experienced immigration lawyer in Naples, Florida.  He has been licensed to practice law since 1989.  He 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.

E2 Treaty Visa Denmark

E2 Treaty Visa Denmark

Rothrock Immigration Lawyer E2 visa Denmark

Fort Myers immigration attorney files E2 treaty visas for citizens of Denmark

E2 Treaty Visa Denmark.  Carl Rothrock, immigration attorney in Fort Myers, Florida, files E2 Treaty Visa applications for citizens of Denmark who wish to operate a business in the U.S.  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.

E2 Requirements for Denmark

  • A citizen of Denmark must control the majority ownership or control of the investing or trading company.
  • A Danish citizen must file the E2 investor 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 Copenhagen processes E2 investor applications for citizens of Denmark.
  • Every E2 treaty country has its own requirements to approve a visa application.  Click this link to see the specific requirements for E2 treaty visa for Denmark.

Families of Danish E2 Holders

  • Family members of E2 holders enjoy benefits of the investor visa, as well.  A spouse of an E2 visa holder may live and work in the United States. The spouse does not need to work for the E2 treaty holder’s company.  A spouse may work for any employer that allows foreign work authorization.
  • In addition, a child under the age of 21 may attend school in the United States.  The child cannot work even if he or she has already completed high school.

Hire an Experienced E2 Treaty Visa Lawyer Today

Carl Rothrock, an immigration lawyer in Cape Coral, Florida, has been licensed to practice law since 1989 and has successfully filed E2 investor applications all over the world.  Mr. Rothrock is licensed to practice law before all Immigration Courts in the U.S.A. as well as the Board of Immigration Appeals.  He represents clients in various immigration matters.  To schedule a free initial consultation, call Rothrock Immigration Lawyer today.

E2 Visa Egypt

E2 Visa Egypt

E2 Visa Egypt.  Carl Rothrock, immigration lawyer in Cape Coral, Florida, files E2 Visa applications for citizens of Egypt who wish to enter the United States to operate a business.  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.

Requirements for E2 Visa in Egypt

  • Egyptian citizens must control the majority ownership or control of the investing or trading company.
  • Citizens of Egypt must file the E2 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. Currently, Egypt is issuing E2 visas for 3 months.
  • The U.S. Embassy in Cairo processes E2 investor applications for Egyptian citizens.

Benefits to Spouse and Child of E2 Visa Holder

  • The spouse of an E2 visa holder may live and work in the United States.
  • A child of an E2 visa holder may attend school in the United States; however, the child cannot work.

Schedule a free consultation today with an Experienced Immigration Lawyer

Discuss your options today with an experienced immigration attorney.  Cape Coral immigration attorney Carl Rothrock has been licensed to practice law since 1989 and has successfully filed E2 treaty applications for investors throughout the world.  Mr. Rothrock is admitted to practice before the Board of Immigration Appeals and all Immigration Courts in the United States. He represents clients both inside and outside the U.S.  To schedule a free  initial consultation, call the Rothrock Law Firm at (239) 206-8252.

E2 Visa Finland

E2 Visa Finland

Carl Rothrock, immigration lawyer in Cape Coral, files E2 treaty visas for citizens of Finland

E2 Visa Finland.  Carl Rothrock, immigration lawyer in Cape Coral, Florida, files E2 Visa applications for citizens of Finland who wish to enter the United States to operate a business.  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.

Requirements for E2 Visa in Finland

  • Citizens of Finland must control the majority ownership or control of the investing or trading company.
  • Citizens of Finland must file the E2 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. Currently, Finland is issuing E2 visas for 24 months.
  • The U.S. Embassy in Helsinki processes E2 investor applications in Finland.

Benefits to Spouse and Child of E2 Visa Holder

  • The spouse of an E2 visa holder may live and work in the United States.
  • A child of an E2 visa holder may attend school in the United States; however, the child cannot work.

Schedule a free consultation today with an Experienced Immigration Lawyer

Discuss your options today with an experienced immigration attorney.  Cape Coral immigration attorney Carl Rothrock has been licensed to practice law since 1989 and has successfully filed E2 treaty applications for investors throughout the world.  Mr. Rothrock is admitted to practice before the Board of Immigration Appeals and all Immigration Courts in the United States. He represents clients both inside and outside the U.S.  To schedule a free initial consultation, call Rothrock Immigration Lawyer today.

Suriname E2 Treaty Visa

Suriname E2 visa

Suriname E2 visa.  Ft. Myers immigration attorney Carl Rothrock files E2 Visa applications for citizens of Suriname who wish to operate 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.

E2 Visa Requirements for Suriname

  • A citizen of Suriname must control the majority ownership or control of the investing or trading company.
  • A citizen of Suriname must file the E2 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. Currently, Suriname issues the E2 visa for 60 months.
  • The U.S. Embassy in Paramaribo processes E2 treaty visas for applicants from Suriname.

Derivative E2 Visa for Spouse and Child

  • The spouse of an E2 visa holder may live and work in the United States.
  • The child of an E2 visa holder may attend school in the United States.  The child must be under age 21.

Discuss Your Case Today with a Qualified Immigration Lawyer

Experience matters.  Fort Myers immigration attorney Carl Rothrock has been licensed to practice law since 1989 and has successfully filed E2 treaty applications for investors throughout the world.  Mr. Rothrock is admitted to practice law before all Immigration Courts in the U.S. as well as the Board of Immigration Appeals.  He represents clients globally.  To schedule a free initial consultation, call Rothrock Immigration Lawyer today.