The E-1 nonimmigrant classification allows a national of a country with which the United States maintains a treaty of commerce and navigation to be admitted to the United States solely to engage in international trade on his or her own behalf. Certain employees of such a person or of a qualifying organization may also be eligible for this classification.
The E-2 nonimmigrant classification allows a national of a country with which the U.S. has a treaty to be admitted to the United States. Certain criteria must be met, including:
Certain employees of such a person or of a qualifying organization may also be eligible for this classification. Furthermore, family members of the applicant may be allowed to stay in the U.S., but will not be permitted to work.