Visa Info

Common Visas This editorial is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for legal advice. It is recommended that readers consult an attorney before applying for a visa.

E-2 treaty investor visa

• Non-immigrant, temporary visa for citizens of a limited number of countries
  
  
• Requires investment of a substantial sum of money in a business enterprise in the USA
  
  
• Permits principal investors to come to the United States and oversee the investment
  
  
• Usually issued for an initial period of five years
  
  
• Renewable as long as the investment stays in place and the business thrives
  
  
• Neither investor nor his family member are eligible for employment
  E-2 status does not contribute towards gaining residency or citizenship
  

L-1 visa

• For owners, managers and executives of a business abroad transferring to a related company, such as branch office, subsidiary or sister company in the United States
  
  
• Allows those individuals to enter the United States and work here as manager or executive responsible for the new U.S. operation
  
  
• After a year or more, provided that the U.S. business is financially sound and the foreign business continues, the new U.S. enterprise is in a position to sponsor the foreign owner, manager or executive for residency
  

H-1B visa

• For individuals coming to the United States to fill a specialty occupation or professional level position
  

For more information contact:
Attorney Robert Krug P.A., Tampa, Florida