Business & investment visas
Treaty traders and investors (E), immigrant investors (EB-5) and extraordinary-ability routes.
6 US resources in this topic
Visa routes
- E-1 treaty trader visaVisa route
A nonimmigrant visa for nationals of countries with a qualifying US treaty, allowing them to enter to carry on substantial international trade principally between the US and their treaty country.
- E-2 treaty investor visaVisa route
A nonimmigrant visa for nationals of treaty countries who invest a substantial amount of capital in a US business they will develop and direct.
- EB-1 employment-based first preference (green card)Visa route
The top employment-based green card category, for people of extraordinary ability, outstanding professors and researchers, and certain multinational managers and executives.
- EB-5 immigrant investor visaVisa route
A green-card route for foreign nationals who invest a substantial amount of capital in a US business that creates at least 10 full-time jobs.
Guides & explainers
- How Long Can I Stay In The US On A Business Visa?Guide
US business visas are typically valid for up to 10 years, the duration of stay permitted varies depending on the particular visa type.
- US Business VisasGuide
US Business Visas are a type of nonimmigrant visa for foreign nationals traveling to the US for business-related activities.