US Immigration law is quite complex, it is not usually the poor, nor the minority masses that are prioritized through the American immigration system. Fortunately, excellent opportunities exist for investors, entrepreneurs and business people. However, getting an entrepreneur visa in the US can be an encouraging process.There are a multitude of existing category visas for entrepreneurs who are looking for opportunities to establish their business in the USA or extend an existing business to American lands.
The following are the most popular for investors and entrepreneurs:
Visa L-1
The L-1 visa is a transfer between companies used by corporate groups. It is commonly used by large multinationals and corporate monsters to transfer key employees to the United States. It can also be used by small businesses to include those who established their first operations in the United States.
To qualify for the visa, it is necessary to demonstrate that the applicant has been employed by the group outside of American territory for at least a year, either as an executive, manager or specialist in some knowledge. It must also be proved that you will hold the same or a similar position within the above-mentioned areas. For new entrepreneurs in the United States, the initial visa will be limited for one year and may be extended after that.
Investor Treatment Visa E-2
This type of visa is an excellent option for businesses whose owners and operations are located in the UK. This visa is based on an agreement between England and the United States designed to promote investment in each country.
The applicant is required to demonstrate that a substantial investment will be made in the United States by establishing its business on American soil. This new American business should be able to support investors and employ local people. This type of visa can be managed for 5 years or more.
E-1 visa
When an English business has had a constant relationship with the United States, the E-1 visa is an attractive option. Many businesses have expanded to American territory since they’ve had very good deals and trades with this country. If the company can prove that more than 50% of all its international sales are in the United States, the E-1 visa is a fairly viable option.
The visa is available to UK citizens working for UK businesses. This type of visa can be obtained by managers, supervisors or employees with essential skills to be transferred to the United States and continue business operations. Large, medium or small businesses can benefit from the E-1 and E-2 visa, and both can be managed for up to 5 years.
Visa B-1
This type of visa applies to those who want to run their own business in the United States on a temporary basis.
For this you will have to have a Startup already established and functioning, with the intention of having an office in the United States for a temporary visit, raise funds or resources or get financing or support from business accelerators. It must be proved that the only plan he has when staying in the country is temporary and with the intention of returning to his home country and that he has enough funds to do so.
EB-5 visa
This visa is ideal for entrepreneurs with the ability to invest between 900,000 and 1,800 billion dollars in a commerce in the United States, is designed for individuals who can make this investment and create employment for 10 people for at least two years. Documentation must be submitted to the government, including an investment agreement, business plan and applications for the required jobs.
