Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill is more than just a political move. It’s a set of changes that could directly impact how foreign entrepreneurs run and grow their businesses in the U.S. If you’re an investor on an E-2 or EB-5 visa, this bill could influence your financial planning, staffing strategies, and even the long-term viability of your visa.
Let’s break it down simply and focus on what you should be watching.
Tax Cuts That Stick Around
The bill makes the 2017 tax cuts permanent. This includes:
- Lower corporate tax rates
- Deductions for pass-through businesses (like LLCs and S Corps)
- Higher standard deductions for individuals
What it means for you:
If your E-2 or EB-5 business is structured as an LLC or S Corp, you may continue to benefit from a 20 percent income deduction. That’s good news, but it also means now’s a good time to confirm your business is set up in the most tax-efficient way. For EB-5 investors, especially those using direct investment models, keeping more of your profits could help with job creation requirements and overall sustainability.
Work Requirements for Public Benefits Could Impact Your Staff
The bill introduces stricter work requirements for programs like Medicaid and SNAP. If your business relies on entry-level or lower-wage workers (like in food service, retail, cleaning, or hospitality), some of your employees may lose benefits or become ineligible for assistance.
Why this matters:
This could lead to higher turnover, decreased productivity, or staffing challenges, especially for E-2 businesses that already have to justify job creation. For EB-5 business owners, stability in employment is not just good practice, it’s required for visa compliance.
Reduced Green Incentives
The bill rolls back several clean energy tax credits. If your business model, investment, or expansion plan relied on solar panels, energy-efficient upgrades, or green-building rebates, those numbers might need a second look.
Tip:
Make sure your financial projections don’t include tax credits or incentives that are no longer available. This is especially important for EB-5 filings, where projections and sustainability are heavily scrutinized by USCIS.
Possible Rise in Interest Rates
By adding trillions to the national deficit, the bill may lead to increased borrowing costs. This matters for anyone who’s financing equipment, remodeling, real estate, or expanding operations.
E-2 impact:
If you’re trying to grow your business over time to meet renewal expectations, higher interest rates could make borrowing more expensive and affect your profitability.
EB-5 impact:
If your job creation plan depends on capital expenditures financed through loans, rising rates could make it harder to reach your targets on time or within budget.
No Direct Immigration Provisions, But…
The bill doesn’t change visa rules directly, but it reflects a broader shift in the political environment toward self-reliance, cost-cutting, and scrutiny of public benefits.
Why it matters:
Even if you’re not impacted right now, expect stricter reviews at renewal or adjustment stages. USCIS could take a closer look at whether your business is genuinely viable, hiring as projected, and operating in line with your original plan.
What E-2 and EB-5 Investors Should Do Now
Review your financials – Make sure your numbers still make sense under the new tax and spending policies
Check your business structure – You may benefit more under a different legal setup
Watch for staffing risks – If your employees are affected by benefit cuts, you may need new retention strategies
Rethink green investments – If you were counting on credits, revise your ROI calculations
Prepare for higher borrowing costs – Adjust growth plans and repayment expectations
Final Thought
The Big Beautiful Bill doesn’t target immigrant investors, but it creates a new economic environment. For E-2 and EB-5 visa holders, the best strategy is to stay informed, adjust where needed, and make sure your business plans and financials reflect the current reality.
Call to Action
If you’re not sure how these changes affect your U.S. business, we can help.
Our business consulting firm works closely with E-2 and EB-5 investors to build operations that are not only viable but also aligned with what U.S. immigration officers expect. We specialize in immigration business planning, crafting solid and credible business plans that reflect realistic projections and meet visa requirements. But our work doesn’t stop there. We also assist with standard business planning that supports long-term growth, profitability, and strategic decision-making beyond immigration. We don’t just talk strategy. We focus on results, grounded in real data and business logic.
Our bookkeeping services are designed specifically with visa holders in mind. We go beyond basic accounting to make sure your financial records support your visa requirements and are audit-ready at all times. And because we’re entrepreneurs too, we focus on one of the most important goals for any business owner: keeping more of your profit.
And if you already have a business running in the U.S., our quarterly business health check-up helps you track key operational and financial metrics, making sure you stay on course and are prepared when it’s time to renew your visa.
If your goal is to stay compliant, profitable, and prepared, let’s talk.
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The information provided in this blog is intended solely for informational purposes. While we strive to offer accurate and up-to-date content, it should not be considered legal advice. Immigration laws and regulations are subject to change, and individual circumstances can vary widely. For personalized guidance and legal advice regarding your specific immigration situation, we strongly recommend consulting with a qualified immigration attorney who can provide you with tailored assistance and ensure compliance with current laws and regulations.
Visa Business Plans is led by Marco Scanu, a certified coach from the University of Miami with a globally-based practice coaching Fortune 1000 company executives, entrepreneurs, as well as professionals in four different continents. Mr. Scanu advises clients on turnaround strategies and crisis management.
Mr. Scanu received a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration (Cum Laude) from the University of Florida and an MBA in Management from Bocconi University in Milan, Italy. Mr. Scanu was also a Visiting Scholar at Michigan State University under the prestigious H. Humphrey Fellowship (Fulbright program) with a focus on Entrepreneurship, Venture Capital, and high-growth enterprises.
At present, Mr. Scanu is the managing partner and CEO at Visa Business Plans, a Miami-based boutique consulting firm providing attorneys and investors with business planning services in the areas of U.S. and Canadian immigration, SBA loans, and others.
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