E-2 Investor Visa Approved: South Korea to U.S. (November 2025 – January 2026)
Illustrative depiction of a U.S. Consulate building in South Korea for an E-2 Investor Visa case study.
Client Profile:
Nationality: South Korean
Industry: Professional Services
Business Location: New York City, New York
Visa Type: E-2 Treaty Investor
The Timeline:
November 2025 – E-2 application submitted to the U.S. Consulate in South Korea
January 2026 – In-person interview attended and approved shortly after the interview
The Objective
The client sought an E-2 Investor Visa to enter the United States and actively operate a New York–based professional services company serving both U.S. and international clients.
Our objective was to present a business that was fully operational, economically credible, and positioned for long-term growth, with a clear U.S. footprint and the capacity to create jobs as operations expanded. Given the competitive nature of the New York market, the case needed to demonstrate substance, readiness, and internal consistency from the outset.
How We Structured the Case
When this client came to us, our role was to translate a real business into a case that a consular officer could approve quickly and confidently.
This case was structured around execution and documentation, not speculation.
We first evaluated the business model, investment structure, and timing to ensure the enterprise met E-2 standards in practice. We advised on how funds should be deployed, which expenditures clearly qualified as capital at risk, and how to document each transaction so there were no gaps or ambiguities.
The client made a substantial, irrevocable investment that covered:
Commercial lease and office setup in New York
Technology platforms, systems, and operational infrastructure
Branding, professional services, and launch expenses
Working capital and ongoing operating costs
All funds were lawfully sourced, fully committed, and meticulously documented.
We then built the filing around operational reality. The application demonstrated that the business was:
Active and operating
Not marginal
Capable of supporting more than just the investor
A comprehensive E-2 package was prepared, including a detailed business plan, financial projections, corporate formation documents, contracts, invoices, and proof of lawful source and use of funds. Every document included served a specific purpose and reinforced the same economic narrative.
Because consular officers often form their decision before the interview, our focus was on ensuring the file could stand on its own without explanation.
The Interview
The consular interview was professional and focused.
Questions centered on:
The nature of the business
Why New York was selected
The client’s background and experience
The operational status of the company
Basic security and admissibility matters
Because we thoroughly prepared and structured the case to be internally consistent and evidentiary complete, the interview remained straightforward. No additional documentation was requested, and the officer’s questions were limited to confirming information already clearly established in the application.
The result
✔ E-2 Visa approved
✔ Entry to the United States authorized
✔ New York business operations proceeding without disruption
This approval underscores the importance of real investment, operational readiness, and disciplined preparation, particularly for E-2 cases involving complex and competitive markets like New York.
Contact me if you are going through the process. Happy to answer any questions.
—Maimon | Immigreator Law
