Support E2 reform
#91
Re: Support E2 reform
Would have thought it obvious, it's a great immigration resource, plenty of spouses from various countries looking to get other halves over...plenty of people wanting to know about other countries or moving to other countries.
#93
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Re: Support E2 reform
Probably fair to say that with the L1 some people did manage it, but there are probems with renewal and they seem much tighter now.
It does raise the much bigger issue of what is right and fair, whch is why most of us here would advise against ever using it for the majority of people who ask about it. But the ability to keep on renewing it I had not thought about, which is I guess why some people like it.
Most countries will make some exceptions if somebody comes with a big bag of money, but most people do not have that, and I can not see the US or any other contry that might be deemed to be attractive wanting to change that, it is after all a numbers game.
It does raise the much bigger issue of what is right and fair, whch is why most of us here would advise against ever using it for the majority of people who ask about it. But the ability to keep on renewing it I had not thought about, which is I guess why some people like it.
Most countries will make some exceptions if somebody comes with a big bag of money, but most people do not have that, and I can not see the US or any other contry that might be deemed to be attractive wanting to change that, it is after all a numbers game.
#94
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Re: Support E2 reform
Were they supposed to forsee the resession?
For many, when they came, the limitations of the visa were not really problematic, but times have changed and many are now suffering financially.
... what would you say to people who get divorced - you knew what you were getting into, so you have to stay married?
I don't understand your stance.
Ian
#95
Re: Support E2 reform
Try to keep up.
#97
Re: Support E2 reform
first of all, dude, you stole my post!
It occurs to me that you would benefit by looking at the definition of "investing". Investing in a business is not the same as buying yourself a JOB, which is what the small E-2s do when they bring the whole family over and want to put down roots. Businesses can be managed over distance and as an investor, you can come over here and live longish term to set things right or make corrections etc but you are asking a lot of "investment" that isn't there, by definition. If you wanted a Green Card out of your investment, the ticket price is higher than you paid.
If your business is so successful, pull some money out and go EB-5 (collective you since your bacon is already saved).
BS! If the business can't weather the market downturns then perhaps it was a poor investment. If my business fails, who bails ME out? I think you've picked a supremely poor time to play that card. And since you are keeping score, I'm a US citizen, and I don't think what happens to E-2s is tragic or in need of mending. I DID help you out very soon after you posted by finding the thread of previous discussion and you took it on like I'd thrown a drink in your face.
Reviewing the balance of your comments it's pretty clear to me who has a problem, and it's not me.
If your business is so successful, pull some money out and go EB-5 (collective you since your bacon is already saved).
Thousand of E2ers have been here for many years and now find they cannot sell their businesses. Were they supposed to forsee the resession?
For many, when they came, the limitations of the visa were not really problematic, but times have changed and many are now suffering financially. That suffering could be relieved if those investors could become permanent residents and not have to live in uncertainty and with the constant cost of renewals.
For many, when they came, the limitations of the visa were not really problematic, but times have changed and many are now suffering financially. That suffering could be relieved if those investors could become permanent residents and not have to live in uncertainty and with the constant cost of renewals.
Reviewing the balance of your comments it's pretty clear to me who has a problem, and it's not me.
#98
Re: Support E2 reform
Congratulations, you've turned my E2 mild apathy to complete disdain.
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#102
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Re: Support E2 reform
Sometimes when you are so attached to an issue - particulary one with such a life changing topic as immigration - your arguments and emotions get the better of you. I suspect a lot of people reading and participating in this forum can understand that - a lot us us have been through it.
I originally went to the US on an E2 visa - before the days of info on the internet and forums such as this - had a business turning over more than a $1Million and 22 employees. I did not realise that my daughter would not be able to stay over 21 - in the words of our visa advisor "once you are there - it's easy to get a green card" - famous last words!!! (This advisor is now selling EB5 rather than E2).
As an ex E2 holder I sympathise with the OP and will sign the Petition. I would also sign petitions for the Dream Act etc - but realising that not everything in life is fair and just .... but you can only hope.
Now you can close the thread!!! but keep up the good work of advising would be immigrants on all the pro's and con's of immigrants without getting too personal. LOL
I originally went to the US on an E2 visa - before the days of info on the internet and forums such as this - had a business turning over more than a $1Million and 22 employees. I did not realise that my daughter would not be able to stay over 21 - in the words of our visa advisor "once you are there - it's easy to get a green card" - famous last words!!! (This advisor is now selling EB5 rather than E2).
As an ex E2 holder I sympathise with the OP and will sign the Petition. I would also sign petitions for the Dream Act etc - but realising that not everything in life is fair and just .... but you can only hope.
Now you can close the thread!!! but keep up the good work of advising would be immigrants on all the pro's and con's of immigrants without getting too personal. LOL
#103
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Joined: Feb 2008
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Re: Support E2 reform
Thank you for the final reply and I agree that the thread should now be closed.