How many types of E visa are there?

The E visas were created to facilitate international trade and investment connected to the United States, based on treaties between the U.S. and other countries. In general terms, there are three main types within this family.

• E-1 (treaty trader): available to nationals of countries with a trade treaty with the U.S., to carry out substantial trade between the two countries.
• E-2 (treaty investor): for those who invest substantial capital in a U.S. enterprise, also restricted to countries with a specific treaty.
• E-3: available to Australian citizens who will work in specialty occupations, with parallels to the H-1B but with its own requirements and procedures.

Each category has its own purpose and target audience, but all require compliance with U.S. immigration rules and proof of the specific visa requirements.

Since eligibility details may vary, confirm updated information at the official source (USCIS) and evaluate which category fits your profile, consulting a specialist if needed.

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