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Treaty Trader/Investor

E Visa Renewals

If you have previously been issued an E visa and would like to renew it, you may take advantage of a new truncated application procedure. In order to use this procedure, you must be working for the same company through whom you were originally issued the E visa.

E-1 or E-2 Visa Renewal Procedure

All renewals must come in for an interview.

Applications must be submitted in a binder divided into sections clearly separated by lettered or numbered tabs. Please only submit additional documents if they are absolutely integral to the application. A cover letter from the applicant's representative may be included outside the binder.


Tab A or 1

DS-156 nonimmigrant visa application, one 5X5 cm photograph and DS-157, if appropriate. The Mandat-Compte receipt for the application fee should be stapled to the back of the DS-156 application form.

Tab B or 2

Photocopy of data (photo) page of passport. This tab should also include photocopies of the applicant's prior US visas, as applicable.

Tab C or 3

DS-156E, Parts I - III. Contact information must include an e-mail address.

Tab D or 4

Proof that the enterprise is still operating, including copies of latest year's US tax returns.

Tab E or 5

Statement by Human Resource Officer or Director of the enterprise stating that the applicant is still essential to the operations of the business.

Tab F or 6

The applicant's resumé or CV, including photocopies of all relevant diplomas.

Tab G or 7

G-28 "Notice of Entry of Appearance as Attorney or Representative" (as appropriate), including contact e-mail address and phone number.