Business, Immigration, and Estate Planning.
A Private Client Law Firm
E-2 Investor Visa
Build, Invest, and Grow Your Business in the United States
Led by Gregory Edward Boan, a licensed U.S. attorney, G.E.B. GLOBAL helps entrepreneurs and investors evaluate whether the E-2 Investor Visa is the right strategy for establishing or expanding a business in the United States.
The E-2 Visa offers qualified investors from treaty countries the opportunity to live and work in the United States while actively developing and directing their investment.
Is the E-2 visa right for you?
The E-2 Investor Visa may be appropriate if you:
• Are a citizen of a country that maintains an E-2 treaty with the United States.
• Plan to purchase or establish a U.S. business.
• Have made, or are actively preparing to make, a substantial investment.
• Intend to actively develop and direct the business.
• Wish to live in the United States while operating your company.
Because every investment is unique, determining eligibility requires a careful legal analysis of your business, investment structure, and long-term objectives.
Start a Business in the United States
You have an idea, a business plan, or the ambition to launch a new company in the United States.
We help entrepreneurs evaluate whether the E-2 Investor Visa can support the creation and operation of a new U.S. business while establishing a strong legal foundation from the beginning.
Ready to launch your business in the United States?
Discuss your plans with Gregory Edward Boan and explore whether the E-2 Investor Visa is the right strategy for your business.
Buy an Existing Business
Purchasing an established business can be an effective way to qualify for an E-2 Investor Visa while acquiring an operation that is already generating revenue.
We help investors evaluate both the immigration and legal considerations involved in acquiring an existing U.S. business.
Thinking about buying a business in the United States?
Meet with Gregory Edward Boan to discuss your investment and determine whether an E-2 strategy aligns with your goals.
Expand Your Company to the United States
If you already own or operate a successful business abroad, expanding into the U.S. market may present new opportunities for growth.
Gregory Edward Boan works with business owners to evaluate whether the E-2 Investor Visa aligns with their expansion strategy and long-term business objectives.
Planning to expand your business into the United States?
Schedule an Immigration Eligibility Evaluation with Gregory Edward Boan to discuss your expansion strategy.
Invest in a Franchise
For many entrepreneurs, investing in an established franchise provides a structured path toward business ownership in the United States.
We help investors evaluate franchise opportunities and determine whether an E-2 Investor Visa may be an appropriate immigration strategy based on their investment plans.
Interested in investing in a U.S. franchise?
Talk with Gregory Edward Boan about your investment goals and explore whether the E-2 Investor Visa may be the right pathway for you.
Why entrepreneurs choose the E-2 Visa
The E-2 Investor Visa offers several advantages, including:
• Live and work legally in the United States.
• Operate and manage your own business.
• Renew your status indefinitely, provided eligibility continues.
• Bring your spouse and unmarried children under 21.
• Allow your spouse to apply for employment authorization.
• Build a long-term business presence in the United States.
More than a visa
An E-2 Visa is not simply an immigration process.
It is often the legal foundation for building a business in the United States.
At G.E.B. GLOBAL, we help clients evaluate not only their immigration options, but also the legal considerations involved in establishing and operating a successful business.
When appropriate, we provide guidance regarding:
• Business formation
• Corporate structuring
• Operating agreements
• Compliance considerations
• Long-term business planning
Our goal is to help you establish a legal foundation that supports both your immigration objectives and your business goals.
Why work with Gregory Edward Boan
Choosing an immigration attorney is about more than completing forms.
It is about developing a strategy that reflects your investment, your business, and your future.
Gregory Edward Boan works directly with entrepreneurs and investors to evaluate eligibility, identify potential risks, and develop a legal strategy tailored to each client's circumstances.
Every consultation begins with understanding your goals before discussing possible immigration pathways.
Our Approvals
For years, Gregory Edward Boan and G.E.B. GLOBAL have assisted entrepreneurs, investors, executives, and professionals pursuing employment-based immigration to the United States.
Our experience includes successful cases involving:
• E-2 Investor Visas
• EB-1A Extraordinary Ability
• EB-2 National Interest Waiver
• EB-1C Multinational Executives
• L-1A Intracompany Transfers
• O-1 Extraordinary Ability
Every Approval Begins with a First Step.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do I need to invest?
There is no fixed minimum investment required by law. The investment must be substantial in relation to the business being established or acquired.
Do I need to create a new company?
Not necessarily. Many investors qualify by purchasing an existing business.
Can my spouse work?
Yes. Eligible spouses may apply for employment authorization in the United States.
Is the E-2 Visa a Green Card?
No. The E-2 is a nonimmigrant visa. However, depending on your long-term goals and circumstances, other immigration pathways may become available in the future.
Still Have Questions?
Every investment, business, and immigration case is unique. If you have questions about your plans, schedule an Immigration Eligibility Evaluation with Gregory Edward Boan to discuss your specific circumstances and explore your options.