Het Amerikaanse ministerie van Buitenlandse Zaken heeft aangekondigd dat de afgifte van immigratievisa voor burgers van 75 landen tijdelijk wordt opgeschort. Hoewel aanvragers hun immigratieaanvragen kunnen blijven indienen en geplande interviews kunnen bijwonen, zullen nieuwe immigratievisa voorlopig niet worden afgegeven. De maatregel treft onder meer EB-1, EB-2, EB-3, EB-5 en familiegebaseerde immigratiecategorieën.

U.S. investor visas remain one of the most attractive options for entrepreneurs looking to expand into the American market and relocate to the United States with their families. In 2026, the two most popular pathways continue to be the E-2 and L-1 visas. It is important to understand that both programs provide a nonimmigrant status rather than permanent residency. Eligibility is based on investing in a U.S. business through the acquisition of an existing company, the launch o

One of the most common questions among prospective investors is whether borrowed funds can be used to satisfy the investment requirements of the E-2 visa. In many cases, the answer is yes. If an applicant does not have the required amount available for investment, such as approximately $100,000 USD, one possible solution is to obtain a bank loan. When properly structured and supported by documentation proving the source of funds, loan proceeds may be used as the investment ca

Learn how buying a share in an existing U.S. business may help qualify for an E-2 visa, reduce investment risk, and protect your interests through proper legal structuring.