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Immigrate to the US With an Investor Visa

The United States has a visa classification for investors since 1990, which allows foreigners to open businesses in the country. The strategy attracts foreign capital and new employment opportunities for nationals and legal immigrants.

Investors are required to open a commercial enterprise, which means a sole proprietorship, a partnership, a holding company, a joint venture, a corporation or a business trust.

The general capital requirement for an investors visa is $1 million. However, if the new company will be opened within a rural area or a targeted area, the amount drops to $500,000. With this strategy, the US makes sure to encourage investments in areas with a high unemployment rate.

company, following the legal requirements in the US

is $500,000 to $ 1 million, depending on the chosen location

and maintain a minimum of 10 full-time jobs for American workers, within the first 2 years of activity

Benefits of an Investors Visa

Once approved, you and your dependents can live legally in the United States. If granted Green Cards to their dependents they can also work and enjoy the benefits of a permanent residence.
Investors are able to open their own business in a sound financial environment, which offers a great opportunity for success and the opportunity to enhance local employment.
Holders of an investor visa can travel abroad and re-enter the US without restrictions.

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3 Things
You Should Know ABOUT
INVESTOR VISAS

01

THE KIND OF NEW TRADING COMPANY COULD BE A SOLE proprietorship, a partnership, a holding company, a joint venture, corporation or business trust.

02

INVESTORS HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO BRING THEIR DIRECT FAMILY WITH THEM. As dependants, they will also be granted a Green Card that will allow them to live legally in the US.

03

YOU CAN APPLY FOR AN EB-5 OR E-2 VISA from overseas or adjust your status if you are already in the US, provided that you are on a valid visa at the time

RESOURCES

What is the H1b Visa?

How to Get a Work Permit

How to Get a Green Card

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