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Helping Your Secure a Treaty Visa

The United States has signed treaties with many other nations, particularly treaties of "Friendship, Commerce and Navigation." These types of treaties are designed to encourage trade and investment between the U.S. and the other nation. Nationals of countries who have these treaties with the U.S. can obtain visas to come to the U.S. to further their trade or investment activity. These are known as E-visas.

Applying for these visas must be done with care and attention to detail. At the Law Office of Bunmi Awoniyi, we have thorough knowledge of the complex immigration laws and we can help you secure the visa you need. We understand the importance of trade and investment activity, both for your business and for the U.S. economy. We are committed to helping you obtaining the employment visa you need.

To speak with an experienced lawyer about the possibility of applying for a treaty visa, please call us at 916-265-2694 or contact us online.

E-2 Visa and Business Immigration

One type of treaty visa is called the E-2 visa and is available to investors. To qualify, your home country must have a treaty with the U.S. and you must make a substantial investment in a business, usually more than $50,000. The greater the investment, the greater your chances of acquiring the visa. Buying property or stock is not enough, the investment must go towards operating the business.

Employees of the business, such as executives, managers and those with special qualifications are also eligible. Family members can accompany the visa holder.

E-1 Trader Visas

The another type of treaty visa is the E-1 visa, and it is available to nationals of countries that undertake a high volume of trade with the U.S. To be eligible, you must be coming to the U.S. with the intent to facilitate continued trade between your country and this country. In addition, at least 50% of your nation's trade activity must involve the U.S. These visas are not usually granted to ordinary workers. They are instead granted to executives or those with specialized skills.

Treaty Countries

The list of countries that have qualifying treaties with U.S. is extensive. When you come to us, we will be able to give you guidance on whether your home country is on the list. The following is a list of countries with treaties that qualify applicants for E1 and E-2 visas:

  • Argentina
  • Australia
  • Austria
  • Belgium
  • China
  • Colombia
  • Costa Rica
  • Estonia
  • Ethiopia
  • Finland
  • France
  • Germany
  • Honduras
  • Iran
  • Ireland
  • Italy
  • Japan
  • Korea
  • Latvia
  • Liberia
  • Luxembourg
  • Mexico
  • Netherlands
  • Norway
  • Oman
  • Pakistan
  • Philippines
  • Spain
  • Suriname
  • Sweden
  • Switzerland
  • Thailand
  • Togo
  • Turkey
  • United Kingdom
  • Yugoslavia

See U.S. Department of State's Treaty Countries for a full list of countries with which the United States maintains a treaty of commerce and navigation.

We know that the process is sometimes confusing and we welcome your questions at any time throughout your case. Our lawyers have firsthand experience with the immigration process.

Contact Us: Flat-Rate Fees for Employment Immigration Matters

At the Law Office of Bunmi Awoniyi, we offer affordable, flat-rate fees for most immigration matters. If you are looking for an attorney to guide you through the visa application process, we can help. Call our law firm in Sacramento, California, at 916-265-2694 or complete our online form. Our immigration practice offers free initial consultations and after-hours appointments by request.

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