At this point, we have gone over the E-2 Investor and E-1 Treaty Trader visas several times. As a reminder, the E-2 Investor visa is for treaty country individuals who invest a substantial amount of capital into a U.S. business to ensure the successful operation of the business, and the individual must be in a position to develop and direct the business. Conversely, the E-1 Treaty Trader visa is for treaty country individuals who engage in substantial trade between their home country and the United States. The trade must be continuous and must be for a substantial exchange of goods, services or technology.

Our E-2 and E-1 clients however frequently ask us about the possibility of bringing foreign workers from their home country to accompany them to work the United States. Luckily, there is a visa option that allows these investors and treaty traders to bring key employees that will be essential to the operations of the business. These employees may include, managers, supervisors, and other essential employees. It is crucial to demonstrate that the employee will play a significant role in the ongoing operations of the U.S. business.

The E-1 and E-2 employee application process for these individuals may vary, but traditionally is very similar to that of the main applicant. Interesting factors about this work visa option includes that this employee may apply for the work visa before or after the main applicant. Further, similar to the main applicant, the employee applicant may also bring his/her spouse and underage children to the United States. Lastly, it is not a requirement for there to be main applicant for an employee to apply for his work visa.

Do you want to learn more about the E-2 and E-1 managerial employee visas, call us today at (915) 314-2363 to schedule a consultation today!