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About Carl Rothrock

Carl Rothrock is an immigration lawyer with offices in Fort Myers, Naples, Boca Raton, and Miami, Florida. He has represented thousands of immigrants from more than 100 countries. He is admitted to practice before all Immigration Courts in the countries and is AV Rated by Martindale Hubbell.

E2 Visa for Italians

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Florida immigration lawyer Carl Rothrock files E2 visa applications for Italian citizens.

Carl Rothrock, Naples immigration lawyer, files E2 treaty visa applications for Italian citizens wishing to enter the United States.  The E-2 visa is a temporary business visa that allows a foreign citizen to develop and manage a business.  The citizen must contribute a substantial amount of capital in the business venture. The Rothrock Law Firm has represented thousands of clients from more than 100 countries and has offices located throughout Florida.

E2 treaty visa for Italians | Requirements

  • Italian citizens must control the majority ownership or control of the investing or trading company.
  • An Italian citizen must file the E2 application.
  • E2 visas are temporary. The Embassy can issue an E2 visa for a maximum of five years.
  • The U.S. Embassy in Rome processes E2 treaty visas for Italian applicants.
  • Each E2 treaty country has specific requirements for eligibility.  Click this link to see the specific requirements for E2 treaty visa in Italy.

The Families of E2 Treaty Applicants

  • The families of an E2 holder can obtain an E2 derivative visa.
  • A spouse of an E2 holder can apply for a work permit, and a child under 21 can attend school.  The spouse does not have to work for the E2 company.  The spouse can work for any eligible employer.

Seek a qualified Immigration Attorney to file your E2 Visa Application

Every embassy has specific guidelines in considering an E2 visa application.  Attorney Carl Rothrock is an experienced immigration attorney in Naples, Florida. He has been licensed to practice law since 1989.  He has successfully filed E2 treaty applications on behalf of investors from all over the world.  Mr. Rothrock is admitted to practice before all Immigration Courts in the United States as well as the Board of Immigration Appeals.  He provides representation to clients within and outside the U.S.  To schedule a free initial consultation, call the Rothrock Law Firm at (239) 330-2534.

E2 Visa Germany

E2 Treaty Visa  Germany

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Carl Rothrock is a Florida immigration attorney who files E2 Visa applications for citizens of Germany.

E2 Treaty Visa Germany.  Carl Rothrock, immigration attorney in Fort Myers, Florida, files E2 treaty visa applications for Germany citizens wishing to enter the United States.  The E-2 visa is a temporary business visa that allows a foreign citizen to develop and manage a business.  The citizen must contribute a substantial amount of capital in the business venture.  The Rothrock Law Firm has represented thousands of clients from more than 100 countries and has offices located throughout Florida.

E2 treaty visa requirements for Germany

  • German nationals must control the majority ownership or control of the investing or trading company.
  • A citizen of Germany must file the the E2 application.
  • An E-2 visa is temporary. The initial E-2 visa allows the foreign citizen to stay in the U.S. for a maximum of (2 to 5 years).
  • The U.S. Embassy in Frankfurt processes E2 treaty visas in Germany.
  • Each E2 treaty country has specific requirements for eligibility.  Click this link to see the specific E2 treaty requirements for  Germany.

Families of E2 Treaty Applicants

  • The spouse and children (under age 21) of the E2 visa holder  can obtain an E2 derivative visa.
  • A spouse can apply for a work permit, and the children can attend school if they hold an E2 derivative visa. The spouse need not work for the E2 company. The spouse can work anywhere in the United States that allows work authorization.

Let an Experienced Immigration Attorney file your E2 Visa Application

The filing of an E2 application is a very complicated process.  Each embassy has its own procedures for submitting an E2 packet, and each embassy scrutinizes parts of the application differently. Carl Rothrock is an immigration attorney in Fort Myers, Florida.  He has successfully filed E2 treaty applications on behalf of investors from all over the world.  Mr. Rothrock is admitted to practice before all Immigration Courts in the United States as well as the Board of Immigration Appeals.  He provides representation to clients within the United States and outside the United States.  To schedule a free initial consultation, call the Rothrock Law Firm at (239) 206-2363.

E2 Visas for Canadians

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Carl Rothrock is a Naples immigration lawyer who files E2 Visa Applications for Canadian citizens.

Florida immigration lawyer Carl Rothrock files E2 visas for Canadians wishing to enter the United States.  He has offices in Naples, Fort Myers, Boca Raton, and Miami, Florida. The E-2 visa is a temporary business visa that allows a foreign citizen to develop and manage a business.  The citizen must contribute a substantial amount of capital in the business venture.

E2 treaty visa requirements for Canada

  • Canadian citizens must control the majority ownership or control of the investing or trading company.
  • A citizen of the Canada must file the E2 application.
  • An E-2 visa is temporary. The Embassy can issue an E2 visa for a maximum of five years.
  • The U.S. Embassy in Toronto processes E2 treaty visas for Canadian applicants.
  • Each E2 treaty country has specific requirements for eligibility.  Click this link to see the specific requirements for E2 treaty visa in Canada.

Child and Spouse of E2 Treaty Applicants

  • The child and spouse of an E2 holder can obtain an E2 derivative visa.
  • A can apply for a work permit, and the child can attend school if they hold  E2 derivative visas. The spouse does not have to work for the E2 company. The spouse can work anywhere in the United States that permits work authorization.

Hire an Experienced Immigration Lawyer to file your E2 Visa Application

Each embassy has its own procedures for submitting an E2 application.  Carl Rothrock is an experienced immigration lawyer in Fort Myers, Florida.  He has been licensed to practice law since 1989.  He has successfully filed E2 treaty applications on behalf of investors from all over the world.  Mr. Rothrock is admitted to practice before all Immigration Courts in the United States as well as the Board of Immigration Appeals.  He provides representation to clients within and outside the U.S.  To schedule a free initial consultation, call the Rothrock Law Firm at (239) 206-2363.

E2 Visa Switzerland

E2 Treaty Visa | Switzerland | Rothrock Immigration Lawyer
Florida immigration attorney Carl Rothrock files E2 treaty visas for Swiss nationals.

E2 Treaty Visa Switzerland. Carl Rothrock, immigration attorney in Cape Coral, Florida, files E2 treaty visa applications for citizens of Switzerland wishing to enter the United States.  The E-2 visa is a temporary business visa that allows a foreign citizen to develop and manage a business.  The citizen must contribute a substantial amount of capital in the business venture.

Visa requirements for Switzerland

  • Citizens of Switzerland must control the majority ownership or control of the investing or trading company.
  • A Swiss citizen must file the E2 application.
  • The U.S. Embassy in Bern processes treaty applications for Swiss citizens.
  • Bern issues the E2 visa for up to four years.
  • E2 treaty countries have different requirements for eligibility.  Click this link to see the specific requirements for E2 treaty visa for Switzerland.

Treaty Applicant’s Family Members

  • The spouse of an E2 treaty applicant is eligible for an E2 derivative visa.  The E2 derivative visa allows the spouse to live and work in the United States.
  • Children under the age of 21 of the E2 treaty applicant are also eligible for an E2 derivative visa.  Children may attend school in the United States but cannot work in the U.S.

Hire a Qualified Immigration Attorney to file your E2 Treaty Visa Application

Attorney Carl Rothrock is an experienced immigration lawyer in Cape Coral, Florida.  He has been licensed to practice law since 1989.  He has filed E2 treaty applications on behalf of investors from all over the world.  Mr. Rothrock is admitted to practice before all Immigration Courts in the United States as well as the Board of Immigration Appeals.  He provides representation to clients within and outside the U.S.  To schedule a complimentary initial consultation, call the Rothrock Law Firm at (239) 206-8252.

E2 Visa UK

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Naples attorney Carl Rothrock files E2 visa applications for UK citizens.

E2 Visa United Kingdom.  Carl Rothrock is a Florida immigration attorney who files E2 treaty visa applications for citizens of the United Kingdom wishing to enter the United States.  The E-2 visa is a temporary business visa that allows a foreign citizen to develop and manage a business.  The citizen must contribute a substantial amount of capital in the business venture. The Rothrock Law Firm has represented thousands of clients from more than 100 countries and has offices located throughout Florida.

E2 visa UK requirements

  • Citizens of the U.K. must control the majority ownership or control of the investing or trading company.
  • A citizen of the United Kingdom must file the E2 application.
  • An E-2 visa is temporary. The government can issue it for up to 5 years. The Embassy in London typically issues the initial visa for up to two years only and renewals for up to five years.
  • The U.S. Embassy in London processes E2 treaty visas for U.K. applicants.
  • Each E2 treaty country has specific requirements for eligibility.  Click this link to see the specific E2 treaty requirements for  the United Kingdom.

Spouse and Children of E2 Treaty Applicants

  • An E2 holder’s spouse and children under 21 can obtain an E2 derivative visa.
  • Further, a spouse can apply for a work permit, and the children can attend school if they hold an E2 derivative visa. The spouse does not have to work for the E2 company. The spouse can work anywhere in the United States that permits work authorization.

Let an Experienced Immigration Lawyer file your E2 Visa Application

Filing an E2 application is a very complicated process.  Each embassy has its own procedures for submitting an E2 packet.  Carl Rothrock is an immigration lawyer in Cape Coral, Florida.  He has additional offices in Naples, Fort Myers, Boca Raton, and Miami. Mr. Rothrock has been licensed to practice law since 1989.  He has successfully filed E2 treaty applications on behalf of investors from all over the world.  Mr. Rothrock is admitted to practice before all Immigration Courts in the United States as well as the Board of Immigration Appeals.  He provides representation to clients within and outside the U.S.  To schedule a free initial consultation, call the Rothrock Law Firm at (239) 206-8252.

Immigrate to USA from Germany

Immigrate to US from Germany

Carl Rothrock is a U.S. immigration lawyer

 Naples immigration lawyer Carl Rothrock assists German citizens who wish to immigrate to the United States.  Every year, thousands of people immigrate to USA from Germany. Approximately 3,900 Germans received U.S. permanent resident cards, also called “green cards” in 2021. Carl Rothrock is a U.S. immigration attorney who has successfully filed thousands of visa applications for clients from over 100 different countries, including Germany. He has been practicing law for over 33 years. He has offices throughout Florida, including Naples, Fort Myers, Miami, and Boca Raton.  Many immigration options exist for German citizens wishing to immigrate to America, including permanent work visas, investor visas, family-based visas, and diversity visas.

Immigrate to USA from Germany | Permanent Work Visas

An employer may sponsor an employee for a permanent job.  The permanent residence card is also known as a “green card.”  If the petition is approved, the employee’s spouse and children under 21 may also receive green cards.  There are three primary categories of business visas.  The first is the “EB1,” visa.  The second is the “EB2” visa.  The third is the “Eb3” visa.  The government limits the number of visas each year in each category by country of citizenship as well as type of visa.  Some of these categories require the applicant to have a job offer while others do not. Visit our work visa webpages for these visas to learn more.

Move to America from Germany| Extraordinary Ability Visas and NIW Visas

EB1A Extraordinary Ability Visa:  In order to qualify for an EB1A visa as an “alien of extraordinary ability,” the applicant must prove that he or she has an extraordinary ability in the fields of science, arts, education, business, or athletics.  The applicant must show that his or her achievements have been recognized in his or her respective field.  The EB1A visa allows an immigrant to enter the country with no job offer or relationship to a U.S. citizen.

EB2 National Interest Waiver: In order to qualify for an NIW visa, the applicant must have an “advanced degree” or “exceptional ability” in the sciences, arts, or business. Further, the applicant must prove that the United States government should waive its requirement of having a job offer because the applicant’s presence in the United States has substantial merit and national importance.  An employer may sponsor an employee for the National Interest Waiver.  In addition, the applicant can self-sponsor. Like the EB1A, the immigrant does not need a job offer or relationship to a U.S. citizen. 

Move to USA from Germany | Investor visas

German citizens have a number of investor visa options to choose from. Some of these options lead to green cards, while others are temporary options.

Golden Visa

EB5 Visa:  This visa is sometimes called the “Golden Visa” because an investor can obtain a green card by investing a large sum of money. This visa currently requires an investment of $800,000.00 to $1,050,000.00 USD. Depending on the type of EB5 visa selected, the investor may not need to participate in managing the business.

Treaty Visas

E2 Treaty Visa: This visa allows an investor to enter the United States with a smaller investment amount. Depending on the investor’s country of citizenship, the investor might be able to own and operate a business with an $80,000 initial investment. Although this visa does not lead to a permanent green card, it allows the investor to work in the U.S. for up to five years, and it can be renewed indefinitely. While the investor is running a business in the U.S., he or she might consider another immigration option that leads to a green card.

E1 Treaty Visa:  This visa allows an investor to enter the U.S. for a period of time up to five years to conduct trade. This visa does not require that an individual have an office in the U.S., nor does it require a minimum investment amount.  Rather, the treaty holder must prove active trade between the U.S. and country of citizenship. Like the E2 visa, this visa does not lead to a green card, but it can be renewed indefinitely.

L1 Visa.  The L1 visa is a hybrid visa between the E2 and the EB5 visas. Like the E2, it is a temporary visa with an investment amount of approximately $100,000 to $150,000 USD.  However, the L1 visa is a dual intent visa.  The investor can initially enter the U.S. temporarily but transition to a permanent green card by filing an EB1C visa application. 

Entrepreneur Visa

EB1C visa. This visa allows an entrepreneur to manage a company in the United States. Most applicants initially enter the U.S. on the L1 Visa. After they run their business for a year, they then apply for an EB1C visa to permanently manage the company.

Marriage Green Card

An immigrant may obtain a permanent green card by marrying a United States Citizen or U.S. green card holder. In order to obtain a green card through marriage, the immigrant must prove that he or she is legally married to the U.S. citizen or green card holder and that the marriage was not entered into for immigration purposes. The marriage green card has the shortest processing time of all the permanent green card options. If a U.S. citizen marries a foreign citizen, the U.S. citizen can sponsor both the spouse and child under 21 for a green card, provided the marriage occurred before the child turned 18.

Immigrate to USA from Germany | Family-Based Green Card

An immigrant may obtain a green card if he is the parent or child of a US Citizen. An immigrant may obtain a permanent green card if he or she is the child of a U.S. Citizen or green card holder. Note that the parent of a green card holder may not apply of U.S. residency. In addition, aunts, uncles, grandchildren, and cousins are not eligible to apply for family-based green cards. Processing times vary according to the relation between family members. Visit our family-based green card webpage for additional information.

Diversity Lottery

If an immigrant has no U.S. relatives or job opportunities, he can apply for a diversity visa through a lottery. The Diversity Immigrant Visa Program (DV Program) allows 50,000 green cards per year to people from different countries. The State Department publishes a list every year of the number of immigrants selected by year per country and the number who apply. In 2021, approximately 55,000 German citizens applied for the Diversity Visa Program. The government chose approximately 530 citizens.

Immigrate to USA from Germany | Schedule a Consultation with an Experienced Immigration Attorney Today

Carl Rothrock is an experienced Florida immigration lawyer with offices in Naples, Fort Myers, and Cape Coral, Florida.   He provides representation to clients within and outside the U.S.  To schedule a free initial consultation, call Rothrock Immigration Lawyer today at 1-239-206-2363.

Immigrate to US from Canada

Immigrate to US from Canada | Rothrock Immigration Lawyer | Naples | Ft Myers | Cape Coral

Immigrate to US from Canada | Rothrock Immigration Lawyer

Carl Rothrock is a U.S. immigration lawyer with offices in Florida

Every year, thousands of people immigrate to USA from Canada. More than 12,000 Canadians received U.S. permanent resident cards, also called “green cards” in 2021. Carl Rothrock is a U.S. immigration attorney who has successfully filed thousands of visa applications for clients from over 100 different countries, including Canada. He has been practicing law for more than 33 years. He has offices throughout Florida, including Naples, Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Miami, and Boca Raton.  Many immigration options exist for Canadian citizens wishing to immigrate to the United States, including extraordinary ability visas, work visas, investor visas, family-based visas, and diversity visas.

Immigrate to the US from Canada: Extraordinary Ability Visas and NIW Visas

EB1A Extraordinary Ability Visa:  In order to qualify for an EB1A visa as an “alien of extraordinary ability,” the applicant must prove that he or she has an extraordinary ability in the fields of science, arts, education, business, or athletics.  The applicant must show that his or her achievements have been recognized in his or her respective field.  The EB1A visa allows an immigrant to enter the country with no job offer or relationship to a U.S. citizen.

EB2 National Interest Waiver: In order to qualify for an NIW visa, the applicant must have an “advanced degree” or “exceptional ability” in the sciences, arts, or business. Further, the applicant must prove that the United States government should waive its requirement of having a job offer because the applicant’s presence in the United States has substantial merit and national importance.  An employer may sponsor an employee for the National Interest Waiver.  In addition, the applicant can self-sponsor. Like the EB1A, the immigrant does not need a job offer or relationship to a U.S. citizen. 

Immigrate to the United States from Canada | Work Visas

Permanent Work Visas

An employer may sponsor an employee for a permanent job.  The permanent residence card is also known as a “green card.”  If the petition is approved, the employee’s spouse and children under 21 may also receive green cards.  There are three primary categories of business visas.  The first is the “EB1,” visa.  The second is the “EB2” visa.  The third is the “Eb3” visa.  The government limits the number of visas each year in each category by country of citizenship as well as type of visa.  Some of these categories require the applicant to have a job offer while others do not. Visit our work visa web pages for these visas to learn more.

Temporary Work Visas

A Canadian citizen who does not have an offer of employment for a permanent job can also enter the United States to work temporarily. Common types of temporary work visas are the TN visa and the H1B Visa. 

TN Visa.  The TN visa (also called a “NAFTA visa”) allows Canadian and Mexican professionals to work temporarily in the United States for up to three years. The applicant’s profession must qualify under the regulations as a designated TN occupation. Click this link to see the complete list of TN occupations.  Most TN professions require a college degree.  The applicant must have a job offer in the U.S. that pays an appropriate wage.   Unlike many other work visas, the TN does not require Labor Certification from the U.S. Department of Labor.

H1B Visa.  The H1B allows foreign nationals to temporarily work “specialty occupations” in the U.S. A specialty occupation is one that requires, at minimum, a bachelor’s degree or enough work experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree.  The applicant must have a job offer.  If the occupation requires a license, the applicant must also have a license.  The spouse and children under 21 can accompany the H1B holder to the U.S. The child can attend public school, and the spouse can work.

Move to the United States from Canada| Investor visas

Canadian citizens have a number of investor visa options to choose from. Some of these options lead to green cards, while others are temporary options. Below is a list of different types of investor visa options. Click on the link for additional details about the individual visa.

Golden Visa

EB5 Visa:  This visa is sometimes called the “Golden Visa” because an investor can obtain a green card by investing a large sum of money. This visa currently requires an investment of $800,000.00 to $1,050,000.00 USD. Depending on the type of EB5 visa selected, the investor may not need to participate in managing the business.

Treaty Visas

E2 Treaty Visa: This visa allows an investor to enter the United States with a smaller investment amount than an EB5. Depending on the investor’s country of citizenship, the investor might be able to own and operate a business with an $80,000 initial investment. Although this visa does not lead to a permanent green card, it allows the investor to work in the U.S. for up to five years, and it can be renewed indefinitely. While the investor is running a business in the U.S., he or she might consider another immigration option that leads to a green card.

E1 Treaty Visa:  This visa allows an investor to enter the U.S. for a period of time up to five years to conduct trade. This visa does not require that an individual have an office in the U.S., nor does it require a minimum investment amount.  Rather, the treaty holder must prove active trade between the U.S. and country of citizenship. Like the E2 visa, this visa does not lead to a green card, but it can be renewed indefinitely.

Entrepreneur Visas

L1 Visa.  The L1 visa is a hybrid visa between the E2 and the EB5 visas. Like the E2, it is a temporary visa with an investment amount of approximately $100,000 to $150,000 USD.  However, the L1 visa is a dual intent visa.  The investor can initially enter the U.S. temporarily but transition to a permanent green card by filing an EB1C visa application. 

EB1C visa. This visa allows an entrepreneur to manage a company in the United States. Most applicants initially enter the U.S. on the L1 Visa. After they run their business for a year, the can then apply for an EB1C visa to permanently manage the company.

Immigrate to the United States from Canada Through Marriage

An immigrant may obtain a permanent green card by marrying a United States Citizen or U.S. green card holder. In order to obtain a green card through marriage, the immigrant must prove that he or she is legally married to the U.S. citizen or green card holder and that the marriage was not entered into for immigration purposes. The United States government does not recognize “common law” marriages. The parties must be legally married. The marriage green card has the shortest processing time of all the permanent green card options. If a U.S. citizen marries a foreign citizen, the U.S. citizen can sponsor both the spouse and child under 21 for a green card, provided the marriage occurred before the child turned 18.

Family-Based Green Cards

An immigrant may obtain a permanent green card if he or she is the parent, child, or sibling of a United States Citizen. An immigrant may obtain a permanent green card if he or she is the child of a U.S. Citizen or green card holder. Note that the parent or sibling of a green card holder may not apply of U.S. residency. In addition, aunts, uncles, grandchildren, and cousins are not eligible to apply for family-based green cards. Processing times vary according to the relation between family members. Visit our family-based green card webpage for additional information.

Diversity Lottery

If an immigrant has no U.S. relatives or job opportunities, he or she can apply for a diversity visa through a lottery system. The Diversity Immigrant Visa Program (DV Program) allows 50,000 green cards per year to people from different countries. The State Department publishes a list every year of the number of immigrants selected by year per country and the number who apply. In 2021, approximately 48 Canadians received green cards through the diversity immigrant visa program. 

Immigrate to the United States from Canada | Schedule a Consultation with an Experienced Immigration Attorney Today

Carl Rothrock is an experienced Florida immigration lawyer with offices in Naples, Fort Myers, and Cape Coral, Florida.   He has been licensed to practice law since 1989 and has successfully filed business visa applications for people all over the world.  Mr. Rothrock is admitted to practice before all Immigration Courts in the United States.  He provides representation to clients within and outside the U.S.  To schedule a free initial consultation, call Rothrock Immigration Lawyer today at 1-239-206-2363.

E2 Treaty Visa Czech Republic

E2 Visa Czech Republic | Rothrock Immigration Lawyer | Naples | Boca Raton | Miami | Ft Myers
Florida immigration lawyer Carl Rothrock files E2 visa applications for Czech citizens.

E2 Treaaty Visa Czech Republic.  Naples immigration attorney, Carl Rothrock, files E2 treaty visa applications for citizens of the Czech Republic wishing to enter the United States.  The E-2 visa is a temporary business visa that allows a foreign citizen to develop and manage a business.  The citizen must contribute a substantial amount of capital in the business venture.

Czech Republic E2 treaty visa requirements

  • Czech citizens must control the majority ownership or control of the investing or trading company.
  • A Czech citizen must file the E2 application.
  • An E-2 visa is temporary. The Embassy can issue an E2 visa for a maximum of five years.
  • The U.S. Embassy in Prague processes E2 treaty visas for Czech applicants.
  • Each E2 treaty country has specific requirements for eligibility.  Click this link to see the specific requirements for E2 treaty visa for the Czech Republic.

Spouse and Child of the E2 Treaty Applicant

  • Spouse of an E2 treaty applicant is eligible for an E2 derivative visa.  The E2 derivative visa allows the spouse to work in the United States.
  • Children under the age of 21 of the E2 treaty applicant are also eligible for an E2 derivative visa.  Children may attend school in the United States but cannot work in the U.S.

Select an Experienced Immigration Lawyer to file your E2 Visa Application

Applying for an E2 visa is a complicated process.  Carl Rothrock is an experienced immigration lawyer in Naples, Florida.  He has been licensed to practice law since 1989.  He has successfully filed E2 treaty applications on behalf of investors from all over the world.  Mr. Rothrock is admitted to practice before all Immigration Courts in the United States as well as the Board of Immigration Appeals.  He provides representation to clients within and outside the U.S.  To schedule a free initial consultation, call the Rothrock Law Firm at (239) 330-2534.

E2 Visa for Canadians

E2 Visa Canada | Rothrock Immigration Lawyer | Miami | Boca Raton | Ft LauderdaleE2 Visa for Canadians. Florida immigration attorney Carl Rothrock files E2 visa applications for Canadian citizens. He has offices in Boca Raton, Miami, and Fort Lauderdale, Florida.  The E2 treaty visa allows an applicant to manage a business in the United States.  The Rothrock Law Firm has represented thousands of clients from over 100 countries. Our firm has guided many Canadian applicants through the E2 process.

E2 treaty visa requirements for Canada

  • Canadian citizens must control the majority ownership or control of the investing or trading company.
  • A citizen of the Canada must file the E2 application.
  • An E-2 visa is temporary. The Embassy will issue an E2 visa for up to five years; however.
  • The U.S. Embassy in Toronto processes E2 treaty visas for Canadian applicants.
  • Each E2 treaty country has specific requirements for eligibility.  Click this link to see the specific requirements for E2 treaty visa in Canada.

Child and Spouse of E2 Treaty Applicants

  • The child and spouse of an E2 holder can obtain an E2 derivative visa.
  • A can apply for a work permit, and the child can attend school if they hold  E2 derivative visas. The spouse does not have to work for the E2 company. The spouse can work anywhere in the United States that permits work authorization.

Contact an Immigration Attorney today for a free consultation

Contact a highly experienced immigration attorney to file your E2 investor application.  Carl Rothrock is an immigration lawyer in Boca Raton, Florida.  He has been licensed to practice law since 1989.  He has represented thousands of clients from more than 100 countries.  Mr. Rothrock is admitted to practice before the Board of Immigration Appeals and all Immigration Courts in the United States. He represents clients within and outside the U.S.  To schedule a free  initial consultation, call Rothrock Immigration Lawyer Boca Raton today.

Move to US from Canada | Rothrock Immigration Lawyer | Boca Raton | Miami | Ft Lauderdale

move to the United States from Canada | Rothrock Immigration Lawyer Boca Raton | Miami | Ft Lauderdale

Carl Rothrock is a Florida immigration lawyer who assists Canadians who wish to move to the United States.

Move to US from Canada| Every year, thousands of people move to the United States from Canada. More than 12,000 Canadians received U.S. permanent resident cards, also called “green cards” in 2021. Carl Rothrock is a Florida immigration attorney who has successfully filed thousands of visa applications for clients from over 100 different countries, including Canada. He has been practicing law for more than 33 years. He has offices throughout Florida, including Naples, Fort Myers, Miami, and Boca Raton.  Many immigration options exist for Canadian citizens wishing to immigrate to the United States, including extraordinary ability visas, work visas, investor visas, family-based visas, and diversity visas.

Immigrate to the US from Canada: Extraordinary Ability Visas and NIW Visas

EB1A Extraordinary Ability Visa:  In order to qualify for an EB1A visa as an “alien of extraordinary ability,” the applicant must prove that he or she has an extraordinary ability in the fields of science, arts, education, business, or athletics.  The applicant must show that his or her achievements have been recognized in his or her respective field.  The EB1A visa allows an immigrant to enter the country with no job offer or relationship to a U.S. citizen.

EB2 National Interest Waiver: In order to qualify for an NIW visa, the applicant must have an “advanced degree” or “exceptional ability” in the sciences, arts, or business. Further, the applicant must prove that the United States government should waive its requirement of having a job offer because the applicant’s presence in the United States has substantial merit and national importance.  An employer may sponsor an employee for the National Interest Waiver.  In addition, the applicant can self-sponsor. Like the EB1A, the immigrant does not need a job offer or relationship to a U.S. citizen. 

Immigrate to the United States from Canada | Work Visas

Permanent Work Visas

An employer may sponsor an employee for a permanent job.  The permanent residence card is also known as a “green card.”  If the petition is approved, the employee’s spouse and children under 21 may also receive green cards.  There are three primary categories of business visas.  The first is the “EB1,” visa.  The second is the “EB2” visa.  The third is the “Eb3” visa.  The government limits the number of visas each year in each category by country of citizenship as well as type of visa.  Some of these categories require the applicant to have a job offer while others do not. Visit our work visa web pages for these visas to learn more.

Move to US from Canada | Temporary Work Visas

A Canadian citizen who does not have an offer of employment for a permanent job can also enter the United States to work temporarily. Common types of temporary work visas are the TN visa and the H1B Visa. 

 

TN Visa.  The TN visa (also called a “NAFTA visa”) allows Canadian and Mexican professionals to work temporarily in the United States for up to three years. The applicant’s profession must qualify under the regulations as a designated TN occupation. Click this link to see the complete list of TN occupations.  Most TN professions require a college degree.  The applicant must have a job offer in the U.S. that pays an appropriate wage.   Unlike many other work visas, the TN does not require Labor Certification from the U.S. Department of Labor.

H1B Visa.  The H1B allows foreign nationals to temporarily work “specialty occupations” in the U.S. A specialty occupation is one that requires, at minimum, a bachelor’s degree or enough work experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree.  The applicant must have a job offer.  If the occupation requires a license, the applicant must also have a license.  The spouse and children under 21 can accompany the H1B holder to the U.S. The child can attend public school, and the spouse can work.

 

Move to the United States from Canada| Investor visas

Canadian citizens have a number of investor visa options to choose from. Some of these options lead to green cards, while others are temporary options. Below is a list of different types of investor visa options. Click on the link for additional details about the individual visa.

Move to US from Canada | Golden Visa

EB5 Visa:  This visa is sometimes called the “Golden Visa” because an investor can obtain a green card by investing a large sum of money. This visa currently requires an investment of $800,000.00 to $1,050,000.00 USD. Depending on the type of EB5 visa selected, the investor may not need to participate in managing the business.

Treaty Visas

E2 Treaty Visa: This visa allows an investor to enter the United States with a smaller investment amount than an EB5. Depending on the investor’s country of citizenship, the investor might be able to own and operate a business with an $80,000 initial investment. Although this visa does not lead to a permanent green card, it allows the investor to work in the U.S. for up to five years, and it can be renewed indefinitely. While the investor is running a business in the U.S., he or she might consider another immigration option that leads to a green card.

E1 Treaty Visa:  This visa allows an investor to enter the U.S. for a period of time up to five years to conduct trade. This visa does not require that an individual have an office in the U.S., nor does it require a minimum investment amount.  Rather, the treaty holder must prove active trade between the U.S. and country of citizenship. Like the E2 visa, this visa does not lead to a green card, but it can be renewed indefinitely.

Move to US from Canada | Entrepreneur Visas

L1 Visa.  The L1 visa is a hybrid visa between the E2 and the EB5 visas. Like the E2, it is a temporary visa with an investment amount of approximately $100,000 to $150,000 USD.  However, the L1 visa is a dual intent visa.  The investor can initially enter the U.S. temporarily but transition to a permanent green card by filing an EB1C visa application. 

EB1C visa. This visa allows an entrepreneur to manage a company in the United States. Most applicants initially enter the U.S. on the L1 Visa. After they run their business for a year, the can then apply for an EB1C visa to permanently manage the company.

Immigrate to the United States from Canada Through Marriage

An immigrant may obtain a permanent green card by marrying a United States Citizen or U.S. green card holder. In order to obtain a green card through marriage, the immigrant must prove that he or she is legally married to the U.S. citizen or green card holder and that the marriage was not entered into for immigration purposes. The United States government does not recognize “common law” marriages. The parties must be legally married. The marriage green card has the shortest processing time of all the permanent green card options. If a U.S. citizen marries a foreign citizen, the U.S. citizen can sponsor both the spouse and child under 21 for a green card, provided the marriage occurred before the child turned 18.

Move to US from Canada | Family-Based Green Cards

An immigrant may obtain a permanent green card if he or she is the parent, child, or sibling of a United States Citizen. An immigrant may obtain a permanent green card if he or she is the child of a U.S. Citizen or green card holder. Note that the parent or sibling of a green card holder may not apply of U.S. residency. In addition, aunts, uncles, grandchildren, and cousins are not eligible to apply for family-based green cards. Processing times vary according to the relation between family members. Visit our family-based green card webpage for additional information.

Diversity Lottery

If an immigrant has no U.S. relatives or job opportunities, he or she can apply for a diversity visa through a lottery system. The Diversity Immigrant Visa Program (DV Program) allows 50,000 green cards per year to people from different countries. The State Department publishes a list every year of the number of immigrants selected by year per country and the number who apply. In 2021, approximately 48 Canadians received green cards through the diversity immigrant visa program. 

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Carl Rothrock is an experienced Florida immigration lawyer with offices in Boca Raton, Miami, and Fort Lauderdale, Florida.   He has been licensed to practice law since 1989 and has filed visa applications for people all over the world.  Mr. Rothrock is admitted to practice before all Immigration Courts in the United States.  He provides representation to clients within and outside the U.S.  To schedule a free initial consultation, call Rothrock Immigration Lawyer today at 1-561-609-6065.