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New Visas for Icelandic Traders and Investors to Boost US Economy

This law grants Icelandic nationals eligibility for E-1 (Trader) and E-2 (Investor) nonimmigrant visas, facilitating easier establishment of businesses and trade in the United States. The goal is to strengthen economic ties, encourage Icelandic investment, and potentially create more jobs in the US. This eligibility is contingent upon Iceland offering similar visa status to US citizens.
Key points
Icelandic traders and investors can now apply for E-1 and E-2 visas, allowing them to conduct substantial trade or direct enterprises they have invested in within the US.
The change addresses a disparity, as Iceland was the only Nordic NATO partner whose citizens lacked access to these specific visa categories.
The implementation of this eligibility requires reciprocity, meaning Iceland must grant similar nonimmigrant status to US nationals.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_2989
Sponsor: Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]
Process start date: 2023-09-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Nordic Trader and Investor Parity Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2989.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-09-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Icelandic traders and investors can now apply for E-1 and E-2 visas, allowing them to conduct substantial trade or direct enterprises they have invested in within the US.
  • The change addresses a disparity, as Iceland was the only Nordic NATO partner whose citizens lacked access to these specific visa categories.
  • The implementation of this eligibility requires reciprocity, meaning Iceland must grant similar nonimmigrant status to US nationals.
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. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME].

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 2025-12-26.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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