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Easier E-Visas for Traders and Investors, Including Portugal

This act aims to simplify the process for Portuguese citizens to obtain E-1 and E-2 trade and investor visas for the U.S., provided Portugal offers similar treatment to U.S. nationals. It also introduces new rules for individuals who acquired nationality through financial investment, requiring them to reside longer in their country of origin before applying for a visa.
Key points
Portuguese citizens may more easily obtain E-1 and E-2 trade and investor visas for the U.S., if Portugal offers similar conditions to Americans.
Individuals who acquired nationality through investment must reside in their country for at least 3 years before applying for an E-1 or E-2 visa.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_1194
Sponsor: Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI]
Process start date: 2021-04-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

AMIGOS Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1194.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Portuguese citizens may more easily obtain E-1 and E-2 trade and investor visas for the U.S., if Portugal offers similar conditions to Americans.
  • Individuals who acquired nationality through investment must reside in their country for at least 3 years before applying for an E-1 or E-2 visa.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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