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> A friend has been in touch with immigration lawyers to help him get
> to the US. He has a business in England and wants to start one here
> in the US. The person he is going through , im not sure is helping
> much. I was wondering if anyone can give me some advice I can pass
> along to help point him in the right direction. What kind of work
> permit would he need and how long are we looking at? Is it better to
> come without trying for a work visa or no? Should he use a lawyer or
> fill things out himself? Where should he start? Thanks for any help
> you can give me!
>
> Marie
Depending on the Size of his UK business, and if he intends to keep that
going.. then maybe an L-1 visa.
If he intends to buy or start up a business in the US then either a E-1
or more likely an E-2..
Tell him to change lawyer he should know this basic info already.
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