Originally Posted by Noorah101

Yes, that is what Boiler said.

Rene

Originally Posted by S Folinsky

OP's questions are good ones. When OP consults with that lawyer, it will probably be a good idea to approach the matter from the point "this is my business plan, how do I accomplish it?' Then OP can get into specific visa categories.

My good friend J Craig Fong has done a fair amount of work in "the industry."

Originally Posted by AtomicUK

I am having trouble identifying the correct information and course of action.

I am looking to expand my UK business by adding a US LLC.
My wife (who works in the business) and I, will not require to live in the USA year round, just to be able to come and go as future work projects require.

Having explored the LLC and the market requirement, naturally the visa is a critical issue, but this is still something I have yet to find a definitive answer to in relation to my business which works in the music industry.

1) The E2:
I always hear the $200,000 amount brought up, that kind of investment is not an option for me into the new LLC.

2) The E1:
Between the UK company and the new LLC, the plan is to bring US trade to Europe and European trade to the US and I have proven track record with this, but to what level is the requirement for an E1 visa?

3) Would a third possible option be for an American national to open the LLC or at least be a joint share holder in the LLC and that application for a relevant sponsored visa is made based on that?

This LLC route is an option open to me, as I have several American nationals wishing to invest in the expansion.

Could the P2 work here?

4) An O1?

5) A P2 Visa from an another US company wishing to work with me.

Are there any other options visa wise?

We just need to be able to travel without having to apply for a set term (such as a specific P1/P2 for a tour for one artist as I have had in the past.)

Thank you in advance.

Originally Posted by tht

I assume you looked at the L1A for a new office:
L-1A Intracompany Transferee Executive or Manager | USCIS

Originally Posted by Boiler

The company is his wife and him.

Originally Posted by tht

He does not say its ONLY him and his wife, I have seen L1's with very small companies, if it is a real business that is looking to expand it's an option worth exploring, the L lets you travel back and forth for up to 7 years and also give the option of a GC down the line if needed / wanted.

Originally Posted by AtomicUK

Thank you for the reply.
We operate in the UK with just the two of us full time and contract people for work when required.

However, in the US, we would have an option to immediately employ one or two US Citizens who also may become shareholders at start up.

Originally Posted by tht

You would need to discuss with your lawyer, but one thing to keep in mind is that a certain ownership % is required (not sure what as my experience is with 100% owned subs). So diluting ownership may make the possibility of an L go away.

Originally Posted by Ady11

Hi, I have recently been looking into E2 and have spoken to a few lawyers about a smaller investment amount. Of course opinions vary but I have found a couple who say they can do it with less. Ian Scott routinely has cases with $50,000 investment. I haven't decided to go with him yet but thought it'd be useful to share.

Originally Posted by Ady11

Ian Scott routinely has cases with $50,000 investment.

Originally Posted by AtomicUK

I am waiting to hear back from / speak to a lawyer, so could someone clarify the situation over funds on the E2?

Is it cleared available funds in an account or a business asset worth?
i.e.: property, equipment, transport and available funds combined to show (for example) $100,000?

Originally Posted by Ady11

Hi, I have recently been looking into E2 and have spoken to a few lawyers about a smaller investment amount. Of course opinions vary but I have found a couple who say they can do it with less. Ian Scott routinely has cases with $50,000 investment. I haven't decided to go with him yet but thought it'd be useful to share.