E-2 & EB-5 Investor Visa

Live & Work in the USA —
Visa Through Investment

Turkish citizens are eligible for the E-2 Treaty Investor Visa under the U.S.–TURKEY Treaty of Commerce. Our New York attorneys guide you through every step — from business plan to consular interview.

🇹🇷TURKEY–USA Treaty of Commerce — E-2 eligible🇺🇸

All U.S. Visa Categories — We Handle Them All

From investor visas to student visas, work permits to family reunification — our attorneys cover the full spectrum of U.S. immigration law.

Investor & Business VisasTurkish Citizens Eligible

Most Popular for Turks
E-2
Treaty Investor Visa

Live and work in the USA by investing in a U.S. business. Renewable indefinitely. Available to Turkish citizens under the U.S.–Türkiye Treaty of Commerce.

~$100,000+ · Non-immigrant · Renewable
Path to Green Card
EB-5
Immigrant Investor Visa

Obtain a U.S. Green Card through a qualifying investment that creates at least 10 full-time U.S. jobs.

$800,000+ (TEA) · Green Card · Permanent Residency
E-1
Treaty Trader Visa

For Turkish nationals engaged in substantial trade between TURKEY and the USA. Covers goods, services, and technology.

Non-immigrant · Renewable · Trade-based
L-1
Intracompany Transferee Visa

For executives, managers, and specialized knowledge employees transferring from a Turkish company to a U.S. affiliate, subsidiary, or parent.

L-1A (Managers) · L-1B (Specialists) · Green Card eligible

Work & Employment Visas

H-1B
Specialty Occupation Visa

For professionals in specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree. Subject to annual cap and lottery.

Annual cap · Employer-sponsored · 3+3 years
O-1
Extraordinary Ability Visa

For individuals with extraordinary ability in sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics. No annual cap.

No cap · O-1A (Business/Science) · O-1B (Arts)
TN
USMCA Professional Visa

For Canadian and Mexican professionals in designated occupations under the USMCA trade agreement.

Canada & Mexico nationals · Annual renewal
EB-1
Priority Worker Green Card

Green Card for persons of extraordinary ability, outstanding professors/researchers, or multinational executives and managers.

No PERM required · Fast processing · Immigrant
EB-2 / EB-3
Professional & Skilled Worker Green Card

Employer-sponsored Green Cards for professionals with advanced degrees (EB-2) or skilled workers with at least 2 years of experience (EB-3).

PERM labor certification · Employer-sponsored

Student & Exchange Visas

F-1
Student Visa

For full-time academic students at accredited U.S. universities and colleges. Includes OPT work authorization after graduation.

OPT/STEM OPT · CPT · Duration of status
J-1
Exchange Visitor Visa

For exchange programs including research scholars, professors, trainees, interns, and au pairs.

Program-specific · 2-year home residency may apply
M-1
Vocational Student Visa

For students enrolled in vocational or non-academic programs at U.S. institutions.

Vocational programs · Fixed duration

Family & Humanitarian Visas

IR / CR
Immediate Relative & Family Green Card

Green Cards for spouses, children, and parents of U.S. citizens. IR visas have no annual cap.

No cap (IR) · Fastest family path
K-1
Fiancé(e) Visa

For the foreign-national fiancé(e) of a U.S. citizen. Allows entry to marry within 90 days and then adjust to permanent resident status.

90-day marriage requirement · Adjust to Green Card
U / T
Crime & Trafficking Victim Visas

Humanitarian visas for victims of certain crimes (U visa) or human trafficking (T visa) who assist law enforcement.

Humanitarian · Law enforcement cooperation
Asylum / Refugee
Asylum & Refugee Status

Protection for individuals who have suffered persecution or have a well-founded fear of persecution based on race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or social group.

Affirmative or defensive · Path to Green Card

Visitor & Temporary Visas

B-1 / B-2
Business & Tourism Visa

For temporary visits for business (B-1) or tourism/medical treatment (B-2). Most common U.S. visa category.

Up to 6 months · Multiple entry available
P-1 / P-2 / P-3
Athlete & Entertainer Visas

For internationally recognized athletes (P-1A), artists in exchange programs (P-2), and culturally unique performers (P-3).

Event or tour based · Petitioner required
R-1
Religious Worker Visa

For ministers and religious workers coming to work for a nonprofit religious organization in the United States.

Nonprofit religious org · 30-month initial

Special & Diversity Programs

DV Lottery
Diversity Visa Lottery

Annual lottery program offering up to 55,000 Green Cards to nationals of countries with historically low immigration to the USA.

Annual lottery · Eligibility varies by country
EB-4
Special Immigrant Visa

For religious workers, certain broadcasters, retired international organization employees, and other special immigrant categories.

Multiple subcategories · Immigrant
VAWA
Violence Against Women Act

Allows victims of abuse by a U.S. citizen or permanent resident spouse, parent, or child to self-petition for a Green Card.

Self-petition · Confidential process

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The E-2 Process

From initial consultation to visa approval — typically 3–6 months.

01

Eligibility Assessment

We evaluate your investment, business plan, and personal background to confirm E-2 eligibility.

02

Business Plan & Investment Structure

We prepare a compliant business plan and advise on the optimal investment structure (new business, franchise, or acquisition).

03

Application Preparation

We compile the full DS-160 application package — source of funds, investment evidence, and supporting documents.

04

Consular Interview Preparation

We prepare you for the U.S. Consulate interview in Istanbul with mock sessions and document review.

05

Visa Approval & Entry

Upon approval, we guide you through your first U.S. entry and initial compliance requirements.

06

Renewal & Maintenance

We manage ongoing E-2 renewals and ensure your business remains compliant with visa conditions.

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Why ULF New York?

E-2 & EB-5 specialists for Turkish nationals
Istanbul consulate interview preparation
End-to-end application management
Bilingual business plans and documents
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10+ years Türkiye–U.S. immigration experience

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are Turkish citizens eligible for the E-2 visa?

Yes. TURKEY has a Treaty of Commerce with the United States, making Turkish nationals eligible for the E-2 Treaty Investor Visa.

How much do I need to invest for an E-2 visa?

There is no fixed minimum, but the investment must be "substantial" relative to the total cost of the business. In practice, $100,000–$200,000 is typically sufficient for most business types.

Can my family come with me on an E-2 visa?

Yes. Your spouse and unmarried children under 21 can accompany you on E-2 dependent visas. Your spouse is eligible for an open work permit.

What is the difference between E-2 and EB-5?

E-2 is a non-immigrant visa (does not lead directly to a Green Card) but is renewable indefinitely. EB-5 is an immigrant visa that leads to permanent residency (Green Card) but requires a significantly higher investment ($800,000+).

How long does the E-2 application process take?

From initial consultation to visa approval typically takes 3–6 months, depending on business plan complexity and consular appointment availability in Istanbul.

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