This information is updated as of July 31, 2019. 

It is strictly for guidance.  Please consult with your legal advisor to determine eligibility for the US visa stamping in Mexico.



Who Can Apply In Mexico

Treaty Investor (E-2) visas are for citizens of countries with which the United States maintains treaties of commerce and navigation.  General information on fees, participating countries, legal requirements, extensions of stay, changes of status and entering the U.S. is available here.

Current E-2 processing time for all applicants is 3-5 months.  The Department of State does not provide premium or expedited visa processing for an additional fee.

To complete the E-2 process as quickly as possible, please read carefully and follow our instructions. An incomplete visa application may delay the processing of your case. Incomplete or incorrect submissions will be returned for correction.

If you are also applying for your spouse or children under the age of 21, see here.

New and renewal applicants must:

• Fill out form DS-160,
• Create an account in Yatri,
• Pay the visa fee,
• Make an appointment with the ASC. Your ASC appointment is not an interview appointment, and
• Submit complete supporting documents to the Consulate. (Recommended supporting document templates are available for download here.)

The Consulate will then:

• Review your supporting documents for completeness,
• Schedule your interview at the Consulate (if required), and
• Return approved visas by courier.

You may request an expedite once you have an interview appointment.  Expedited appointments are generally reserved for acute humanitarian need for urgent travel to the United States.  In your account, chose expedited appointment in the appointment menu and follow the steps.

Spouses and unmarried children under the age of 21, regardless of nationality, can apply for and receive E-2 visas to accompany or follow to join the principal alien in the United States.  Derivatives receive the same visa classification as the principal alien.  Spouses interested in employment while in the U.S. must seek work authorization from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) prior to commencing any employment, even in the E-2 business.  Please see the Frequently Asked Questions for more information.

If you are including a spouse or children on your application as the principal alien, you should include documents establishing your relationship, such as a marriage certificate or birth certificates.

If you are applying only as the spouse or child of someone who already has an E-2 visa and whose E-2 visa remains valid, you do not need to submit supporting documents (binder). Rather, please submit the following:

• Valid passport;
• The DS-160 application form confirmation page;
• Form DS-156E;
• Color copies of the bio data page of the principal alien’s passport and the visa;
• A signed statement, in English, of intent to depart the United States upon termination of status, for each of the dependents;
• Documents demonstrating a valid relationship between the spouse or child and the principal applicant, such as a marriage certificate or birth certificate;
• A passport-size photo of each applicant (see: photo requirements);
• If applicable, a letter of agreement between the investor and any legal representative (Form G-28 if the representative is an attorney) signed by both parties and including a contact email address and phone number.

if the principal applicant’s visa has expired, derivatives must submit a copy of any change or extension of status granted by USCIS (Form I-797 or I-94) along with the above requested documents.