United States
E-1 Treaty Trader
For nationals of a treaty country carrying on substantial trade principally between that country and the United States.
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15 for everyone. Some nationalities are asked for more.
- 1DS-160 Confirmation PageComplete online at ceac.state.gov before interview
- 2Valid PassportMust be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay
- 3US Visa Photo (2×2 inch)White background, taken within last 6 months
- 4MRV Fee ReceiptUSD $205 — pay at designated bank or online
- 5Interview Appointment Confirmation Letter
- 6Employment / Position LetterFrom US employer confirming role and treaty country ownership
- 7Proof of Substantial Trade with the USInvoices, contracts, purchase orders showing ongoing trade
- 8Bank Statements Showing US Trade TransactionsLast 12 months
- 9Customs / Import-Export RecordsShipping records, bills of lading, import declarations
- 10Business Registration Certificate
- 11Articles of Incorporation
- 12Proof of 50%+ Treaty Country National OwnershipShare register or ownership declaration
- 13Corporate Tax ReturnsLast 2 years
- 14Personal Tax ReturnsLast 2 years
- 15Organizational Chart
Where you apply
At a US embassy or consulate
Treaty visas are applied for at the US embassy or a consulate, with an interview.
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Five minutes, no account needed.
General information, not advice on your case. Immigration decides each application on its documents.