Student

As a student in the US you may think that you options are limited, especially with the latest market trends based on economic conditions indicate that securing an offer for practical training is challenging.

Foreign Investment Promotion Board can help you carve a new pathway towards residency in the USA.

If you are a citizen of treaty countries you can convert your status to E2 Investor visa by either starting a new business or acquiring an existing business. One of the requirements is to make a investment (US$150,000+ recommended) and have employees working for the business. This will enable the applicant to continue to reside in the US in periods of two years renewals, until an application for permanent residency is filed. For additional information click the E2 Investor link.

For non treaty investor citizens the route to a long-term residency and permanent residency leading to US citizenship can be initiated by an investment (US$150,000+ recommended) and have employees working for the business. The business can be managed as a B1 visa which is limiting with requirements than other options. Alternatively, the business can file for a H1-B visa (see H1-B Entrepreneur link) for the investor that can lead to a permanent residency filing.

For some, an O-1 route may be explored which can lead to faster path to permanent residency. Please contact us for details on the O-1 program and how Foreign Investment Promotion Board can assist you.

If you wish to share your unique requirements, please contact us here and we will respond as soon as possible.