E-1 Visa

1. E-1 visas can initially be granted for up to two years, during which time the holder may travel freely in and out of the U.S.
2. An E-1 visa can be renewed in two-year increments an unlimited number of times. This can allow the Treaty Trader to remain in the U.S. for a prolonged period to ensure the continued success of the business.
3. An E-1 holder who travels abroad may generally be granted an automatic two-year period of readmission when returning to the U.S.
4. An E-1 holder will receive authorization to work legally in the United States for the trading firm.
5. Unlike the L-1 visa, there is no requirement for qualified employees to have worked for the Trader for at least one year previously.
6. Visas are available for an E-1 applicant’s accompanying spouse and unmarried children (under 21 years of age). The applicant’s spouse may apply for work authorization in the United States without restrictions as to the place of employment. However, the children may not accept employment.

The following countries currently have treaties with the U.S. supportive of your filing for an E-1 visa:

The application process for the E visa includes filing a petition with the USCIS or U.S. Consulate. If filed with the USCIS, the application waiting period is generally several months. The USCIS offers an option for premium processing. For a $1,225 fee, the USCIS will process the petition in 15 days. If filed with a U.S. Consulate, it usually takes a few days for the visa to be placed in your passport from the date of the interview.

Our experienced attorneys work with the applicant to submit the most complete and thorough petition, which emphasizes the applicant’s education, qualifications, and experience. In addition, our attorneys know the processes and procedures to work with various government agencies to ensure the best possible outcome.