Visa Options for Mexican Investors and Entrepreneurs in the U.S.
Explore the main visa options available to Mexican entrepreneurs and investors seeking to expand or launch businesses in the United States: the L-1 Visa for executive transfers, the E-2 Visa for treaty-based investment, and the EB-5 Visa for obtaining permanent residency through a substantial investment.
L-1 Visa: Executive or Manager Transfer
Ideal for entrepreneurs who already have an established business in Mexico and wish to open a subsidiary, branch, or new office in the United States.
Key Requirements:
- The company in Mexico must have at least $300,000 USD in verified annual sales.
- The investor must have held an executive or managerial position for at least one year.
- Allows relocation to the U.S. to operate or oversee the new business operation.
- Can pave the way to permanent residency.
E-2 Visa: Treaty Investor
Designed for citizens of countries that have trade treaties with the U.S., such as Mexico, who wish to invest in an active business within the country.
Key Requirements:
- Suggested minimum investment of $100,000 USD.
- The capital must already be committed and at risk (deposited and used in the U.S.).
- Substantial control over the business must be demonstrated.
- This visa can be renewed indefinitely and, in some cases, may lead to permanent residency.
EB-5 Visa: Immigrant Investor
This is an immigrant visa that allows you to obtain permanent residency (Green Card) through a significant investment in the U.S.
Key Requirements:
- Minimum investment of $800,000 USD in a government-approved project (TEA – Targeted Employment Area) or $1,050,000 USD in other areas.
- The investment must create at least 10 direct jobs for U.S. workers.
- Requires a detailed business plan and submission of the project to immigration authorities.
- A direct pathway to permanent residency for the investor, their spouse, and children under the age of 21.
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