This visa class includes the principal treaty trader, spouse, and children for an initial stay of two years with two year extensions allowed. The visa is available to an alien entitled to enter the United States pursuant to a treaty of commerce and navigation between the U.S. and the alien’s foreign state. The alien must carry on substantial trade, including services and technology, principally between the U.S. and the alien’s foreign state. Over 50% of the trade must be between the U.S. and the E-1’s country.

1. 8 USC §110(a)(15)(E)(i)=. [INA § 101]