Peru investment visa lawyer
Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. is a US law firm with an international clientele, assisting Peruvian investors and entrepreneurs with US investment visa matters. The firm handles the US immigration side of the process—preparing and filing petitions with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and representing clients before US immigration authorities—while collaborating with Peru-admitted Of Counsel for any Peru-law documentation or corporate formalities required. Whether you are considering an E-2 treaty investor visa, an EB-5 immigrant investor visa, or an L-1 intracompany transferee visa, the firm provides US-licensed counsel and coordinates with Peruvian legal professionals to address the cross-border dimensions of your case. Reach Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747 to discuss your matter.
What This Cross-Border Practice Area Covers
US investment visas for Peruvian nationals involve two distinct legal systems: US immigration law and Peruvian corporate and financial documentation requirements. The firm’s US-licensed attorneys focus on the US immigration component—determining eligibility, preparing the petition, and advocating before USCIS and consular posts. The Peruvian side, including corporate formation, source-of-funds verification, and compliance with Peruvian regulations, is handled by the firm’s Peru Of Counsel, who is admitted to practice law in Peru and not in any US state bar. This division ensures that each aspect of the matter is addressed by an attorney licensed in the relevant jurisdiction.
The most common US investment visa categories for Peruvian investors are the E-2 treaty investor visa, the EB-5 immigrant investor visa, and the L-1 intracompany transferee visa. The E-2 visa allows a national of a treaty country to enter the US to direct and develop a substantial investment in a US enterprise. The EB-5 visa provides a path to permanent residence for investors who create at least ten full-time jobs through a qualifying investment. The L-1 visa enables a Peruvian company to transfer an executive, manager, or specialized knowledge employee to a related US entity. Each category has distinct requirements under the Immigration and Nationality Act and USCIS regulations, and the firm advises on the most suitable option based on the client’s business goals and investment structure.
How Mr. Sris and His Of Counsel Network Handle These Matters
Mr. Sris, the firm’s founder and managing attorney, leads the US immigration representation, while Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel for Peru matters, addresses the Peruvian-law components. Mr. Mayandía is admitted to practice law in Peru (2009) and is not admitted in any US state bar. His role is limited to Peru-law matters and to serving as a liaison for international clients with the firm’s US-licensed attorneys. This collaboration allows the firm to manage the full cross-border lifecycle of an investment visa case without any attorney practicing outside their licensed jurisdiction.
The typical engagement begins with a review of the investor’s business plan, source of funds, and corporate structure. Mr. Sris prepares the necessary USCIS forms—such as Form I-129 for L-1 or Form I-526 for EB-5—and compiles the supporting evidence. Simultaneously, Mr. Mayandía assists with Peruvian corporate records, notarizations, and any required Peruvian regulatory filings. The two sides coordinate to ensure that the documentation meets both US evidentiary standards and Peruvian legal requirements. Throughout the process, the client communicates with a single point of contact at the firm, and all US legal advice is provided exclusively by Mr. Sris and the US-admitted attorneys.
About Mr. Sris and the firm’s Of Counsel Network
Mr. Sris, Owner and Founder of Law Offices of SRIS, P.C., founded the firm in 1997. He is admitted to practice law in Virginia, Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York. A former prosecutor, Mr. Sris testified before the Virginia House Courts of Justice Committee in support of 2019 HB 635 (chief patron Del. David Bulova), the bill that became the 2019 revision to Va. Code § 20-107.3(g). He leads the firm’s US immigration practice and serves as the responsible US attorney for all the firm’s content.
The firm’s Of Counsel network includes attorneys admitted in foreign jurisdictions who collaborate on cross-border matters. For Peru-related cases, the firm works with Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, admitted to practice law in Peru (2009) and not admitted in any US state bar. Mr. Mayandía’s role is limited to Peru-law matters and to serving as a liaison for international clients with the firm’s US-licensed attorneys. Mr. Sris and his Of Counsel bring extensive combined legal experience across US and foreign jurisdictions. Results may vary; prior outcomes do not guarantee a similar result.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an E-2 visa and how does it apply to Peruvian investors?
The E-2 treaty investor visa allows a national of a country that maintains a qualifying treaty of commerce and navigation with the United States to enter the US to direct and develop a substantial investment in a bona fide US enterprise. Eligibility depends on the existence of a treaty between the US and the investor’s country of nationality, the investor’s citizenship, and the nature of the investment. The firm can assess whether a Peruvian investor meets the treaty-country requirement under current US law and, if so, guide the investor through the USCIS petition process. The investment must be “at risk” and sufficient to ensure the successful operation of the enterprise. The E-2 visa is a nonimmigrant visa, but it can be renewed indefinitely as long as the enterprise continues to operate.
What is the EB-5 visa and can a Peruvian national apply?
The EB-5 immigrant investor visa provides a path to lawful permanent residence (a green card) for foreign nationals who invest a qualifying amount of capital in a new commercial enterprise that creates at least ten full-time jobs for US workers. There is no treaty requirement for EB-5; any foreign national, including a Peruvian citizen, may apply if the investment and job-creation criteria are met. The minimum investment amount is set by USCIS regulation and varies depending on whether the enterprise is located in a targeted employment area. The firm assists Peruvian investors with the entire EB-5 process, from selecting a suitable project to filing Form I-526 and, later, the Form I-829 petition to remove conditions on residence.
Do I need a lawyer in Peru for my US investment visa application?
While the US immigration petition is filed with USCIS and handled by a US-licensed attorney, many investment visa cases require Peruvian-law documentation—such as corporate formation records, source-of-funds evidence, and notarized statements—that must comply with Peruvian legal standards. The firm addresses this by engaging Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, who is admitted in Peru (2009) and not admitted in any US state bar. Mr. Mayandía prepares and authenticates the Peruvian documents needed for the US petition, ensuring they meet both Peruvian requirements and USCIS evidentiary expectations. This collaboration eliminates the need for the client to separately retain a Peruvian attorney for the visa-related documentation.
How does the firm handle the Peru-law aspects of my case?
All Peru-law work is performed by Martín Mayandía, the firm’s Peru Of Counsel, who is licensed in Peru and not admitted in any US state bar. Mr. Mayandía’s role is limited to matters of Peruvian law and to serving as a liaison between the client and the firm’s US-licensed attorneys. He does not provide US legal advice or represent clients before US immigration authorities. The US-licensed attorneys, led by Mr. Sris, handle every aspect of the US immigration case. The two sides coordinate closely, but the jurisdictional separation is strict: no attorney practices outside their licensed jurisdiction.
What documents do I need from Peru for a US investment visa?
The specific documents depend on the visa category and the source of the investment funds, but common Peruvian documents include certified corporate records, tax filings, bank statements, property deeds, and notarized affidavits. For an E-2 or EB-5 case, USCIS requires clear evidence of the lawful source of the invested capital. Peruvian documents must often be translated into English and may require authentication. The firm’s Peru Of Counsel assists with obtaining, certifying, and translating these records in compliance with Peruvian law, while Mr. Sris ensures they meet USCIS standards. The firm does not provide a fixed list; the required documents are tailored to each case after an initial consultation.
How do I start the process?
Contact Law Offices of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747 to schedule a consultation. During the initial discussion, the firm will review your investment goals, business structure, and immigration objectives, and outline the applicable US visa options. If Peru-law documentation is needed, the firm will coordinate with Martín Mayandía, Of Counsel, to address those requirements. Consultations are by appointment only. The firm does not guarantee any particular outcome; each case is evaluated on its own facts.