FOLIO Ontology

An E-1 petition refers to the application process for obtaining an E-1 Treaty Trader Visa in the United States. The E-1 visa is available to individuals from countries that have a qualifying treaty of commerce and navigation with the U.S. It allows foreign nationals who are involved in substantial trade between their home country and the U.S. to come to the U.S. to conduct business activities. The E-1 visa can be applied for by individuals, employees of the treaty trader, or the employer itself. The petition involves demonstrating the substantial nature of trade and meeting other eligibility requirements as outlined by U.S. immigration laws and regulations