The E-2 Treaty Investor Visa Program is available to residents of Pakistan.

What are E-2 Visa Requirements for Pakistan?

E2 visa requirement – Pakistan

  • Be a citizen Pakistan. It has signed a treaty with USA.
  • Requires investor’s investment be typically over US $150K (Pakistani Rupee 26 Million) with minimum 50% ownership.
  • Move to US to establish and manage the business.
  • Generate significant returns for investors and economy – employing US workers.
  • Funds must be “at risk”

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The E-2 U.S. Immigrant Investor Visa Program is available to Pakistan citizens. There is growing demand for the E-2 Visa category among Pakistan nationals.

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How long does it take to get an E-2 visa for Pakistani citizens?

E2 visa timeline – Pakistan

The processing time for an E-2 visa depends on Pakistani Investor. If present in the USA, the average time is 5 months. Premium processing time is 15 days for $2,500. For outside of the US, E2 visa processing time through a Consulate varies from 2 weeks to 4 months.

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How much does E-2 Visa Cost for Pakistani citizens?

E2 visa cost – Pakistan

Minimum investment amount is typically over US $150K (Pakistani Rupee 26 Million). For investor present in USA – Form I-129 fee $460 (Form I-539 – $370 per dependent), 15 days premium processing at $2,500. Investor in Home-country – $205 fee per DS-160 form. Lawyer’s charges, Business entity formation costs.

State Bank of Pakistan is the regulatory body that has framework and monetary policy for moving assets and money outside of Pakistan.

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Is Pakistan an E-2 visa treaty country?

Yes, the United States maintains treaties of commerce and navigation with Pakistan. Nationals of treaty countries must be coming to the United States to engage in substantial trade, or develop and direct the operations of a business in which the investor has invested a substantial amount of capital.

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E-2 businesses for Sale for Pakistani investor

Though it depends on each investor’s interest in terms of the type of business. An investor from Pakistan could opt for investing a substantial amount in Multinational corporations or buying Franchises, restaurants, consulting business or purchase an existing business.

As long as a substantial investment is made in the business by the investor it can qualify. As mentioned above some of the popular businesses are franchises/restaurants/consulting businesses which will help the US economy.

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How to convert an E-2 visa to a Green card for a citizen of Pakistan?

E2 visa to Green card – Pakistan

  1. EB-5 investor visa thru Direct or Regional Center Investment
  2. Green Card through your spouse’s Employer.
  3. EB1A immigrant visa for people with extraordinary abilities
  4. National interest waiver (under EB-2 visa for advanced degree professionals)
  5. E-2 Employee to green card through marriage.

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Pakistan, E2 Visa Consultant

EB5 BRICS can help you navigate the E-2 Visa Program through our presence in Pakistan in conjunction with our U.S. Legal Partner. Our Team speaks English, Hindi, Urdu and Punjabi.

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E-2 Visa Pakistan FAQ

Is an Pakistani national eligible for an E-2 Visa?

Yes, As an Pakistani citizen, you are eligible for an E-2 Visa. Pakistan has signed the E-2 treaty with the US.

Can a spouse of a E-2 Visa holder from Pakistan work in the US?

Spouses of E-2 visa holders from Pakistan are able to work in the US only once they apply for work authorization by filling form I-765, if approved they are allowed to work in the US.

Can an Pakistani citizen work in the USA with an E-2 Visa in 2023?

Yes. As a Pakistan national, you are eligible to work in the US but only the business that you have invested or if you are an employee at the organisation which sponsored your E-2 visa.

For an Pakistani citizen, What businesses qualify for an E-2 Visa?

There is no specific list of businesses under the E-2 treaty. As long as the investor has made a significant investment in a business and is approved by the US citizenship and immigration services.

What happens when an Pakistani citizen's E-2 Visa for USA expires?

The E-2 visa holders from Pakistan are allowed to renew their visas. The extensions are granted for 2 years and there are no restrictions on the number of extensions available to the E-2 investors.