United States of America
E-2 Treaty Investor processing time
E-2 at consulate: 2–16 weeks depending on consular post. In-country change of status via USCIS: 2–8 months.
Typical window
2 weeks – 4 months
Government fees
DS-160 USD 315 (reciprocity-adjusted); I-129 USD 1,015 (for in-country change of status).
Last checked
20 April 2026
What drives the timeline
E-2 Treaty Investor sits in the investor category. Typical duration: Initial up to 2 years at port of entry (5-year visa stamp for many nationalities); renewable indefinitely.. Indicative government fees: DS-160 USD 315 (reciprocity-adjusted); I-129 USD 1,015 (for in-country change of status)..
- Does not require a sponsor.
- Non-settlement route.
- Suited for: Entrepreneurs from E-2 treaty countries investing in a US business, Specialist/supervisory employees of a qualifying E-2 enterprise.
Primary source
DOS — E-2 Treaty Investor
https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/employment/treaty-trader-investor-visa-e.html
Frequently asked questions
How long does the E-2 Treaty Investor take to process?
E-2 at consulate: 2–16 weeks depending on consular post. In-country change of status via USCIS: 2–8 months. These figures come from DOS — E-2 Treaty Investor and were last verified on 2026-04-20. Always confirm on the primary source before acting.
Is there a priority or premium service that speeds this up?
Refer to the linked primary source for current priority / premium options; availability changes frequently and varies by consular post.
Can you guarantee my application will fall inside this window?
No. Processing times are indicative and depend on case complexity, biometrics scheduling, sponsor-side delays, source country, public-holiday calendars, and policy shifts. The linked source is the only authoritative reference on the day you apply.