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We help you put together a strong, well-documented case by preparing and reviewing forms and narratives, compiling business plans and supporting evidence, and packaging the full application for consular or USCIS filing for a fixed fee.
Our process focuses on clarity, completeness, and consistency, so your submission is easy to follow and professionally presented.
Whether it’s a new application or a renewal, we deliver a fast, comprehensive application that both you and the adjudicator can easily understand and follow.
Cost
HOW MUCH WILL IT COST ?
Our service has a fixed cost so clients know exactly what they’ll pay with no hidden extras. The fee is £2995, whether it’s for a single person or a family of four or five, as long as all children are under 21. Any children over 21 will need a separate application and, in some cases, a separate business. There’s also an MRV fee if applying through the embassy, or a filing fee if applying through USCIS.
HOW LONG TO PREPARE IT?
Once we have all the documents needed to build your case, we aim to have your application prepared in the required format within 7 working days, ready for submission to the immigration department. We provide an electronic Dropbox for clients to easily upload the requested documents.
requirements
E-2 visa requirements
You generally need to satisfy all of these:
- You must be a national of an E-2 treaty country.
The U.S. maintains a list of eligible countries. Spain is currently an E-2 treaty country, as are countries such as the UK, France, Germany, Italy, Canada, Australia, Portugal, and many others. - You must invest in a U.S. business.
The investment can be in a new business or an existing business. Your capital must be genuinely committed and "at risk"—money simply sitting in a bank account generally doesn't qualify. You also must prove that the funds have come from a legitimate source. - There is no fixed minimum investment amount.
This is an important point. Unlike EB-5, the E-2 rules don't say you must invest $100,000, $200,000, etc. The investment must be "substantial" relative to the cost of the particular business and sufficient to demonstrate your financial commitment and support the business's successful operation. For example, a $100,000 investment could potentially be substantial for a $120,000 service business, while $100,000 would likely be inadequate for a business requiring $1 million to launch. - The business must be a real, operating commercial enterprise.
It needs to actually provide goods or services for profit and comply with applicable U.S. legal requirements. - The business cannot be merely "marginal."
It should have the present or future capacity to generate more than enough income merely to support you and your family. A new business can qualify even before it becomes profitable if it has a credible capacity to meet this requirement, generally within five years. - You must develop and direct the business.
Normally this means owning at least 50% of the enterprise or otherwise having operational control through a managerial position or similar authority. The State Department specifically describes the principal investor as someone coming to the U.S. to develop and direct the enterprise. - The investment must be committed—not merely planned.
You generally need evidence showing that you have actually invested or are actively in the process of investing the funds. A revocable or completely uncommitted deposit generally isn't sufficient. - You must intend to leave the U.S. when your E-2 status ends.
E-2 is a nonimmigrant visa, not a direct green-card category.
What counts as an investment?
Potentially qualifying expenditures can include things such as:
- Purchasing a U.S. business
- Franchise purchase and franchise fees
- Business equipment
- Commercial premises/lease expenses
- Inventory
- Marketing and advertising
- Business formation/professional expenses
- Certain operating expenses
- Other funds actually committed to launching or operating the business.
The key isn't simply how much money you have, but how much of your capital is actually committed to the enterprise and whether the overall investment makes sense for that particular business.
Family
Your spouse and unmarried children under 21 can generally obtain derivative E-2 status. E-2 spouses can generally work in the United States incident to their status.
Process
The E-2 Visa Process with E2 Visa Express
Professional E-2 Visa Preparation from Start to Finish
At E2 Visa Express, we understand that every E-2 visa application is unique. Whether you're purchasing an existing U.S. business or starting a new venture, we provide a personalized document preparation service tailored to your individual circumstances.
Step 1 – Initial Consultation
We begin with a one-to-one consultation to discuss:
- Your business investment
- Your eligibility
- Your proposed U.S. business
- The documents required for your application
This allows us to create a preparation plan designed specifically for your E-2 visa application.
Step 2 – Secure Document Collection
You'll receive access to a secure Dropbox folder, allowing you to upload your documents quickly and safely. This helps us begin preparing your application without delay.
Step 3 – Preparation of Your E-2 Visa Package
Once we've received all the required information, we'll prepare your customized application package, including:
- Professional E-2 Business Plan
- Investment Summary
- Applicant Introduction Letter
- Supporting Documentation
- Embassy-specific document formatting
We prepare your documentation to meet the submission requirements of the U.S. Embassy or Consulate where you will apply.
Step 4 – Review and Approval
You'll receive your completed documents to review before submission. Any amendments requested by you will be incorporated into the final package.
Step 5 – Embassy Submission
Depending on the requirements of your chosen U.S. Embassy or Consulate, your application may be submitted electronically, by courier, or using a combination of both methods.
Step 6 – Embassy Correspondence
If the embassy requests additional documentation, we'll help prepare the required supporting documents promptly.
Step 7 – Visa Interview Preparation
Once your interview has been scheduled, we can provide practical guidance on what to expect during your embassy interview and the documents you should take with you.
Step 8 – Visa Decision
If your application is approved, the embassy will retain your passport temporarily so your E-2 visa can be issued before it is returned to you.
Support Throughout the Process
From your initial consultation until your visa decision, we're here to help you prepare your E-2 visa application efficiently and professionally.
Why Choose E2 Visa Express?
- ✓ Personalized E-2 visa document preparation
- ✓ Professional business plans
- ✓ Embassy-specific document formatting
- ✓ Secure online document transfer
- ✓ Fast preparation service
- ✓ Responsive customer support
- ✓ Fixed-fee pricing
- ✓ Support throughout the preparation process
small service businesses often need $50000–$100,000+, pool service companies $75,000–$150,000+, franchises $100,000–$300,000+, restaurants $150,000–$500,000+, and manufacturing $250,000+.
While it’s possible to get approved with less than $100,000, a safer target to lower visa risk is above $100,000.
Qualifying investments include things like buying an existing business, purchasing equipment or vehicles, paying lease deposits, marketing, stocking inventory, covering initial payroll, and paying professional fees.
Cash just sitting in a bank account doesn’t count—it has to be committed to the business and at risk.
For example, you bought a pool service company for $350,000, your application might be stronger if you purchased 100% of the business, invested most or all of that amount, projected growth and hiring, and showed the ability to generate profits beyond supporting just yourself.
Remeber the U.S. government wants to see that the business can create jobs and contribute to the economy within five years, so companies with employees, steady contracts, and growth plans generally fare better than one-person operations.
Contact us for your free E2 Visa consultation.
Europe:
Albania, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Kosovo, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom.
North America:
Central America & Caribbean: Canada, Mexico, Costa Rica, Honduras, Jamaica, Panama, Trinidad & Tobago, Grenada South America: Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Suriname.
Asia-Pacific:
Australia, Bangladesh, Japan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, New Zealand, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand.
Middle East:
Bahrain, Israel, Jordan, Oman.
Africa:
Cameroon, Congo (Brazzaville), Congo (Kinshasa), Egypt, Ethiopia, Liberia, Morocco, Senegal, Togo, Tunisia.
Caucasus Region:
Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia.
Services
Document Preparation
Prepare and review your E-2 visa application to ensure, completeness, proper format, and consistency throughout the package. Make sure all the boxes needed for a successful application are checked. Whether it’s a visa application to a United States Embassy or through USCIS for a status extension or change, we’ll help give you the best chance of success for your initial application or E-2 visa renewal.
Business Plan
Put together a complete plan along with supporting documents like proof of investment, source of funds, and evidence of business activities, plus everything else needed for a successful application for you and your family. Our fee stays the same no matter how many people are included in the application (such as a spouse or children under 21) or the size of your business investment.
Packaging & Submission
We’ll put together a clear, complete, and tabbed filing-ready package, with step-by-step guidance for submitting to the consulate or USCIS. Everything will be ready to go, and our fee also covers any RFE's you might receive—we’ll help compile a quick response and support you all the way through to your interview.
