{"id":21852,"date":"2023-01-17T08:18:13","date_gmt":"2023-01-17T08:18:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.immigrationbusinessplan.com\/?p=21852"},"modified":"2025-05-19T04:47:36","modified_gmt":"2025-05-19T04:47:36","slug":"portugal-e2-visa-new-bill-issued","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.immigrationbusinessplan.com\/it\/portugal-e2-visa-new-bill-issued\/","title":{"rendered":"Portugal E2 Visa New Bill Issued"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"21852\" class=\"elementor elementor-21852\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-3615672 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"3615672\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-7701fe33\" data-id=\"7701fe33\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-647834ae elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"647834ae\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">The new bill that benefiting Portugal citizens<\/h2><h2 dir=\"ltr\">The AMIGOS Act<\/h2><p dir=\"ltr\">Portugal is now part of the USA E2 Visa treaty countries list. The partnership between Portugal and USA is stronger than ever. Learn more about what that means and how Portugal E2 Visa can benefit you.<\/p><p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">The new AMIGOS (Advancing Mutual Interests and Enhancing Our Success) Act makes Portuguese citizens eligible for E2 Visa, the most popular USA investor visa. The bill was signed by President Biden on December 23, 2022, creating a stronger partnership between the US and Portugal. The goal is to grow the number of business investments and job creation in the USA by Portuguese citizens.<\/p><p>Portuguese-Americans and Portuguese citizens community have contributed a lot to the USA in several aspects, such as arts, culture, business, and public service. The E2 Visa aims to increase further the investment made by Portuguese in America through business.<\/p><p><b>The U.S. Embassy in Lisbon, Portugal accepts E2 visa applications for Portuguese Nationals since May 2024. This also includes E-1 Treaty Trader visa applications.<\/b><\/p><h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">How can I benefit from this bill?<\/h2><p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">The E2 Visa is a nonimmigrant visa, one of the most sought-after visas to enter and build a business in the USA. However, the visa is only available to apply for treaty countries members, hence making it exclusive only to certain countries. Having your country\u2019s name on the list means you are one step closer to living the American dream. You can read it\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.immigrationbusinessplan.com\/e2-visa-countries\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">here<\/a>\u00a0if you want to check other treaty countries.<\/p><p>The Portugal E2 Visa allows you to establish a new business venture or purchase and manage a pre-existing enterprise in the United States. We highly recommend investing in a franchise as it is less risky and has a higher chance of E2 Visa approval. To learn more about how to find the right profitable franchise, you can click\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/e2visafranchises.com\/how-to-find-the-right-e2-visa-franchise-2\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p><p>The E2 visa holders have no travel restrictions. You can travel in and out of the US for two years and have your E2 visa renewed for an unlimited number of two-year extensions for as long as your business operates and meets E2 visa requirements.<\/p><h2>Why is E2 Visa the best visa to enter and build a business?<\/h2><p data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\">Besides building and expanding your business in America, there are more benefits as an E2 Visa holder:<\/p><ul><li><p>Fast processing<\/p><\/li><li><p>You can bring your family with you under E2 Visa<\/p><\/li><li><p>Your spouse can work anywhere in the US<\/p><\/li><li><p>Free education for your children in the US public schools<\/p><\/li><li><p>No IELTS or language test<\/p><\/li><li><p>No prior education or requirements<\/p><\/li><li><p>120 days of taxation relief<\/p><\/li><li><p>No travel restriction<\/p><\/li><li><p>Indefinite visa renewal<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h2>What are E2 Visa requirements?<\/h2><p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">There are several requirements that you need to comply with before applying for Portugal E2 Visa:<\/p><ol><li><p>You must be a citizen of treaty countries.<\/p><\/li><li><p>You must be in active investment or in the process of investing in a business in the United States.<\/p><\/li><li><p>The business must be a for-profit commercial enterprise.<\/p><\/li><li><p>The amount of investment must be substantial.<\/p><\/li><li><p>It must not be a marginal investment. Marginal investment means it does not have the capacity to generate enough income to provide for minimal living standards for you and your family.<\/p><\/li><li><p>You must own a minimum of 50% of the business.<\/p><\/li><li><p>You have to show intention to leave the United States once your E2 visa expires.<\/p><\/li><\/ol><h2>How can Immigration Business Plan help you?<\/h2><p>We understand building a business in a new country and moving from Portugal to the USA requires a lot of work and effort.\u00a0<\/p><p>Our mission is to help you prepare and file for an E2 Visa application that meets and exceeds the USCIS requirements.<\/p><p>We have a proven system and hands-on experience avoiding mistakes such as visa denials or business failures.\u00a0<\/p><p>Our service includes a personalized approach to matching your skills and life goals with the right business, assistance in filing and preparing for an E2 Visa application, creating a business plan, and guiding you throughout the process, including the interview process.\u00a0<\/p><p>All you need to do is to schedule a free consultation with our team by\u00a0clicking\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/form.typeform.com\/to\/ODOwAt?typeform-source=www.immigrationbusinessplan.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here.<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-ab737b1 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"ab737b1\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-403de99\" data-id=\"403de99\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-81674b9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"81674b9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What defines a bona fide enterprise for the E2 visa?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-30abade elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"30abade\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-46d4395\" data-id=\"46d4395\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f84ac56 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f84ac56\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A bona fide E2 enterprise isn\u2019t just a shell on paper\u2014it must be a real, active, profit-seeking business. Here are the core criteria:<\/span><\/p><p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">1. Active Operations<\/span><\/strong><\/p><ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The company must be engaged in ongoing commercial activity (selling goods or services).<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Mere business plans or \u201cintent to do business\u201d don\u2019t qualify; there must be demonstrable operations (e.g., signed contracts, sales records, office leases).<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">2. Profit Motivation<\/span><\/strong><\/p><ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Its primary purpose must be profit generation.<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Non-profit organizations or purely charitable ventures don\u2019t meet the E2 definition.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">3. Legal Compliance<\/span><\/strong><\/p><ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It must be properly registered and licensed in its jurisdiction.<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">All local, state, and federal regulations (tax filings, permits, labor laws) should be in good standing.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">4. Viability and Growth Potential<\/span><\/strong><\/p><ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The enterprise needs sufficient capital and a clear business plan showing it can sustain itself.<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Evidence such as cash flow projections, balance sheets, and marketing plans illustrates ongoing viability.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">5. Capacity to Support the Investor (and U.S. Workers)<\/span><\/strong><\/p><ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The business should be more than marginal\u2014it must have the capacity to <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">generate more than just enough income to support the investor and family.<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Plans (or current evidence) to hire U.S. employees strengthen the case.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">In practice, you\u2019ll document this with items like operating agreements, financial statements, contracts, invoices, leases, and organizational charts\u2014anything that proves your enterprise is real, profitable, and poised for ongoing success.<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-d21eac4 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"d21eac4\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-aad5d5e\" data-id=\"aad5d5e\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c1b7203 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"c1b7203\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What are the requirements for E2 family members to maintain lawful status in the United States?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-df8a06f elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"df8a06f\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-30ce5a5\" data-id=\"30ce5a5\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6380382 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6380382\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">To remain in lawful E2 dependent (E2S\/E2D) status, family members must satisfy several ongoing requirements:<\/span><\/p><ol><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Maintain Dependency Relationship<\/span><\/strong><ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Be the spouse or unmarried child (under 21) of a principal E2 visa holder.<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Any change (e.g., child\u2019s 21st birthday or divorce) terminates dependent status.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Stay Within Authorized Dates<\/span><\/strong><ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Keep track of the I-94 \u201cAdmit Until\u201d date on entry or approval notices.<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Depart the U.S. or file to extend\/change status before that date to avoid lapsing.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">File Timely Extensions or Status Changes<\/span><\/strong><ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Use <\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Form I-539<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> to request an extension of stay (or a change to another nonimmigrant status) on or before the expiration of the current I-94.<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Include proof of the principal\u2019s valid E2 status and evidence of your qualifying relationship.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Ensure Principal\u2019s Ongoing Compliance<\/span><\/strong><ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Dependents\u2019 status is derivative\u2014if the principal E2 visa holder falls out of status (e.g., business closes, violates terms), dependents automatically lose lawful status.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Avoid Unauthorized Employment<\/span><\/strong><ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">E2 spouses and children <\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">cannot<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> work in the U.S. without separate work authorization (e.g., an Employment Authorization Document).<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">They <\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">may<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> attend school full-time or part time.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Keep Travel Documents Current<\/span><\/strong><ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Maintain a valid passport for the entire intended stay.<\/span><\/li><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If traveling abroad and re-entering, ensure you have a valid E2 visa stamp (unless you use automatic visa revalidation through Canada\/Mexico).<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Update USCIS of Address Changes<\/span><\/strong><ul><li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">File <\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Form AR-11<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> within 10 days of any change of U.S. address to remain compliant with USCIS requirements.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ol><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">By carefully observing these rules, E2 dependents can preserve their lawful status and enjoy the full benefits of the E2 visa category.<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-52d8dcc elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"52d8dcc\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-e50576c\" data-id=\"e50576c\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7623990 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"7623990\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What forms and additional resources are available for E2 treaty investors and employees?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-b7799a8 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"b7799a8\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-647228a\" data-id=\"647228a\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-58dac1a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"58dac1a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Navigating the E2 process is easier when you know which forms to use and where to find reliable information:<\/span><\/p><p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Essential Forms<\/span><\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">DS-160<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> \u2013 The online visa application used at U.S. consulates abroad.<\/span><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">DS-156E<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> \u2013 The supplemental form detailing your investment, required for both investors and essential employees.<\/span><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">I-129<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> \u2013 Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker; filed in the U.S. to change or extend E2 status.<\/span><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">I-539<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> \u2013 Application to Extend\/Change Nonimmigrant Status, used by dependents to join or remain in E2 status.<\/span><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">I-907<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> \u2013 Premium Processing Request, optional for a guaranteed 15-day USCIS response.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Helpful Resources<\/span><\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">VIBE Database<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> \u2013 Department of State\u2019s Visa Information and Business Expansion tool, for company validation and entity details.<\/span><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Treaty Country List<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> \u2013 Official list of E2\u2013eligible nationalities, available on the State Department site.<\/span><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">USCIS E2 Visa Page<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> \u2013 The home for filing guidance, fee schedules, and policy updates.<\/span><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Local Embassy\/Consulate Websites<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> \u2013 Country-specific instructions on scheduling, fees, and current wait times.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Using the right forms and tapping into these resources will help you stay organized, avoid common pitfalls, and focus on making your E2 venture successful.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-2614e10 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"2614e10\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-520156d\" data-id=\"520156d\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-606c327 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"606c327\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What are special qualifications for employees under the E2 classification?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-99c4d38 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"99c4d38\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-96a90c8\" data-id=\"96a90c8\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c1c5379 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c1c5379\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Under the E2 treaty investor category, \u201cspecial qualifications\u201d go beyond ordinary skills\u2014they\u2019re the expertise and abilities critical to the success of the enterprise. Key factors include:<\/span><\/p><ul><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Advanced Expertise: <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The employee must possess a deep, proven mastery in their field\u2014demonstrated through significant work experience, professional certifications, or recognized industry accomplishments.<\/span><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Unique Skill Set: <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Their abilities should be distinct and hard to replicate (e.g., proprietary technical know-how, specialized processes, or niche managerial techniques) rather than general business skills.<\/span><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">High Market Value: <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Compensation levels (salary, bonuses) that reflect the rarity of the skill can underscore its importance. If the role commands a premium in the marketplace, that signals true specialization.<\/span><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Limited Domestic Availability: <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Skills that are scarce or unavailable in the U.S. labor market strengthen the case. The narrower the pool of qualified U.S. candidates, the more essential the foreign employee\u2019s expertise appears.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What Doesn\u2019t Qualify<\/span><\/strong><\/p><ul><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Common Competencies:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Basic managerial experience or general business acumen alone won\u2019t suffice.<\/span><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Language or Cultural Familiarity:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Fluency in a language or understanding of a foreign market, by itself, does not meet the threshold.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">By demonstrating that the employee\u2019s qualifications are rare, highly valued, and indispensable to the enterprise\u2019s operations, you make a compelling case for E2 \u201cspecialized knowledge\u201d status.<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-9fee323 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"9fee323\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-ba0e349\" data-id=\"ba0e349\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9356c06 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"9356c06\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What are the general qualifications required for an employee of a treaty investor to obtain E2 classification?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-d2f018d elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"d2f018d\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-ac5268d\" data-id=\"ac5268d\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-af6bb71 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"af6bb71\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">General qualifications for E2 treaty investor employees<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">To qualify for E2 status as an employee of a treaty investor, an applicant must meet several core requirements:<\/span><\/p><ol><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Matching Nationality: <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The employee and the principal investor must both hold citizenship in the same treaty country.<\/span><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Valid Employer\u2013Employee Relationship: <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The position must fit the legal definition of \u201cemployee,\u201d with a clear chain of command and a documented reporting structure.<\/span><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Appropriate Role<\/span><\/strong><ul><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Executive or Managerial Capacity:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> The role should involve high-level decision-making authority over the enterprise or a key division.<\/span><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Specialized Knowledge:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> If not filling a managerial role, the employee must possess niche skills or expertise essential to the business\u2019s core operations.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Ownership Structure (for Corporate Employers): <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If the U.S. employer is a company rather than an individual, at least 50% of its ownership must belong to nationals of the treaty country, each maintaining valid E2 status.<\/span><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Demonstrated Expertise and Market Value<\/span><\/strong><ul><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Proven Track Record:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Documented experience, credentials, or certifications that establish the employee\u2019s unique qualifications.<\/span><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Labor Market Distinctiveness:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Evidence that equivalent skills are scarce in the U.S. workforce\u2014often supported by salary benchmarks or industry reports.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ol><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">By satisfying these criteria, employees can establish their essential role in the treaty investor\u2019s enterprise and secure E2 classification.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-20bf9e9 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"20bf9e9\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-a533676\" data-id=\"a533676\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-76c44a1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"76c44a1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What is considered a substantive change in the terms or conditions of E2 status?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b86fbb6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b86fbb6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A \u201csubstantive change\u201d in E2 status is any major alteration to the underlying relationship or business that supported the original visa grant. Key examples include:<\/span><\/p><ul><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Change in Ownership Structure: <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a substantial portion of the company can change who effectively controls the enterprise.<\/span><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Transfer of the Employing Entity: <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If the division or subsidiary that employs the E2 worker is spun off, sold, or reorganized under a different legal entity, the previously approved employer\u2013employee relationship may no longer exist.<\/span><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Shift in Business Activities: <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A pivot away from the core line of business (e.g., manufacturing to retail) can alter the nature of the enterprise in ways that affect the visa basis.<\/span><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Fundamental Change in the Employee\u2019s Role: <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A move from managerial\/executive duties to a purely operational or lower-level position (or vice versa) can also require USCIS notification and potentially a new petition.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Any of these events\u2014along with other significant structural or operational shifts that alter the fundamental basis of the E2 approval\u2014must be reported to USCIS and may necessitate filing a new or amended petition to maintain lawful status.<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3bbcff1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"3bbcff1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What are the duties of an executive or supervisory character under the E2 classification?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b06d0db elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b06d0db\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Under E2 status, an executive or supervisor isn\u2019t just a senior title\u2014it\u2019s a role defined by real leadership and decision-making authority. Here\u2019s what that looks like in practice:<\/span><\/p><ol><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Setting Strategic Priorities: <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You define the company\u2019s direction\u2014choosing which projects to fund, where to invest resources, and how to steer growth. Your choices shape the enterprise\u2019s future.<\/span><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Overseeing Key Operations: <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You keep a close eye on core departments\u2014whether it\u2019s finance, marketing, production, or R&amp;D\u2014to make sure every team is working toward the same goals and hitting performance targets.<\/span><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Leading and Developing People: <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Beyond managing managers, you mentor staff, establish clear performance benchmarks, and foster a culture where teams collaborate effectively and aim higher <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">every day<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.<\/span><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Allocating Resources: <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You decide how budgets are spent, who to hire, and how to deploy assets\u2014striking the balance between cost-efficiency and the investment needed to scale successfully.<\/span><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Designing Policies and Processes: <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You create and uphold the rules of <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">engagement\u2014<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">from standard operating procedures to quality-control <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">checks\u2014<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">ensuring consistency, compliance, and a foundation for sustainable success.<\/span><\/li><\/ol><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">These duties go well beyond routine supervision. They demonstrate the genuine executive or managerial capacity at the heart of the E2 classification.<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2d5ecbb elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"2d5ecbb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">How can a treaty investor or organization notify USCIS of a substantive change?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fbfb0f2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fbfb0f2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Submit a New Petition: <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">File an amended or new <\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Form I-129<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> (Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker), marking it as an E-2 amendment to reflect the change in corporate structure, ownership, or role.<\/span><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Pay the Required Fee: <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Include the current filing fee (and optional <\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Form I-907<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> premium-processing fee if you need a rapid decision).<\/span><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Attach Supporting Documentation: <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Provide evidence demonstrating the ongoing E-2 eligibility\u2014corporate records, updated organizational charts, revised employment contracts, financial statements, or other documents illustrating the change and continued qualification.<\/span><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Combine Extension Requests (If Needed): <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you also need to extend the visa holder\u2019s stay, indicate that on the same I-129 filing and include all extension-related documentation.<\/span><\/li><li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Report Employment Termination: <\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If the E-2 employee\u2019s role ends, notify USCIS in writing (via a letter referencing the original receipt number) so the record remains current and compliant.<\/span><\/li><\/ol><p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Following these steps promptly ensures USCIS has the full picture of any material changes and helps maintain lawful E-2 status without interruption.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-5f8659c elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"5f8659c\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-b79a653\" data-id=\"b79a653\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The new bill that benefiting Portugal citizens The AMIGOS Act Portugal is now part of the USA E2 Visa treaty countries list. 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