Can I have multiple businesses on the E-2?

Yes, it is possible to hold more than one business under the E-2 visa. The key issue is not the number of companies, but rather that each venture, on its own, meets the requirements of the category.

In practice, each business must sustain a substantial investment of its own, have its resources well managed, and operate as a real, active, and legitimate enterprise that contributes to the economy. When the businesses are interconnected within the same structure, demonstrating this tends to be more straightforward.

• Each venture must individually satisfy the E-2 criteria.
• Completely separate businesses require independent documentation showing that each one is viable and active.
• Organization and transparency in the origin and management of funds are essential.

Because this involves additional scrutiny, it is worth checking the current requirements on the official source (USCIS) and planning the structure with a specialist before filing a petition.

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