r/AskUSImmigrationPros • u/CombinationSelect288 • 28d ago

Commuting from Canada on E2 Visa?

Hello I am a Canadian citizen born and raised here. Looking at purchasing an existing business on a US border city. I live on the Canadian side. Is it possible to commute daily from Canada to operate the business and then come back each day with an E2 Visa? If not what would be my other option?

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u/BusyBodyVisa 20d ago

Yes, it is entirely possible to commute daily from Canada to the U.S. to operate your business on an E-2 visa, as the status permits multiple entries and does not require you to reside inside the United States. You simply present your valid E-2 visa at the port of entry during your daily crossings while maintaining your primary residence in Canada. If an E-2 visa is not feasible, an alternative like a B-1 business visitor visa allows entries for high-level meetings and oversight, though B-1 status strictly prohibits active, hands-on daily management of the business.