Franchises for

E2 Visa Investors

Franchises for

E2 Visa Investors

American dream? Make it your American reality.

You’re ready to invest, lead, and succeed in the United States. With your skills and our expertise, we’ll help you make it happen.

Create success in the land of opportunity

Franchise ownership gives you the chance to lead, grow, and succeed in the U.S. We’ll match your skills with the right business for your goals and visa needs, so you start your American business on rock-solid footing.

The problem

Navigating E2 visa requirements while choosing the right franchise is overwhelming. You need a business that meets investment criteria, fits your skills, and works for your visa approval.

Without guidance, it’s easy to get stuck in red tape or pick a franchise that doesn’t work for you. The wrong choice could jeopardize your investment and your visa plans.

Our solution

We specialize in helping E2 visa seekers invest in franchises that meet visa criteria and set them up for success. We guide you toward businesses that match your skills, budget, and goals while ensuring compliance with visa requirements.

Our expertise cuts through the complexity, so you focus on building your business—not fighting paperwork. With our support, you’ll make a smart investment and start your U.S. journey with confidence.

Why our guidance is so valuable to international investors entering the United States
Why our guidance is so valuable to international investors entering the United States
Becoming an owner

Properly transition to owning a U.S. business

Owning a U.S.-based franchise is your path to securing an E2 visa and starting a new chapter. We’ll guide you to opportunities that meet visa requirements and set you up for success. Make your American dream a reality.

Lifestyle fit

Match your franchise to your lifestyle in America

Your new business should work for your life, not the other way around. We’ll help you find a franchise that fits your lifestyle and supports your goals as you settle in the U.S.

Industry selection

See which franchise models are E2-friendly

Not every franchise is E2-friendly or fits your strengths. We’ll match your skills and budget to industries that thrive in the U.S. and meet visa investment requirements.

Brand selection

Find the right U.S. growth opportunity

You need more than a franchise—you need the right brand. We’ll find one that fits your expertise, offers growth potential, and aligns with E2 visa standards.

No cost, no equity guidance

30+ years experience

Fully independent

300+ brand contacts

We've got you covered coast-to-coast

From Alaska to Maine, we’ll help you find the right franchise opportunity for your local market.

Hawaii and territories not included - sorry!

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How our guidance services work.
The most direct path to your own business.

01 Readiness check

Are you ready to own a franchise, or just dreaming? Let’s find out with a personal  assessment.

02 Meet the brands

We connect you with the decision makers at franchises that fit your goals, not someone else’s.

03 Funding & legal

Smart funding & legal strategies to fuel your franchise—no guesswork, no wasted time.

Ready to explore options for American business ownership? Let's talk.

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Meet Eli, your compass to navigating the franchise world

In a world full of franchise brokers who’ll tell you anything to close a deal, Eli Bookman stands out as a beacon of honesty and integrity.

With over 25 years of experience across dozens of industries, Eli has seen every trick in the book. As Pathway's president, he's not here to push you into a deal for a quick buck.

He’s here to give you the blunt truth about what it takes to succeed in the franchise world, and the connections to make that success happen.

Pathway president Eli Bookman

E2 visa franchise ownership FAQs

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