International individuals who invest or handle businesses in the United States qualify for E-2 visas. Individuals holding E-2 visas have dependents who are their spouse and children under 21 years of age that may request E-2 dependent visas. The spouse may request an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) which lets them work throughout the U.S. The children of E-2 visa holders may attend educational institutions across the United States. The E-2 visa operates as a non-immigrant visa which enables dependents to stay in the United States as the main visa holder keeps their status active.