If you are a UK resident considering emigrating to the USA and do not have family or a career which is in high demand in the USA your only option is often to consider investment visas. Many Brits have used the E-2 nonimmigrant visa. This visa however will NEVER result in a green card and could mean your departure should the business not thrive. If you can put the necessary funds together, you should instead look at the EB-5 visa which will get you a conditional green card right away. If done through a regional development center it will require a $500,000 investment which when kept with the selected center for the two year period will result in the removal of the conditional status. Most centers will require a longer period. Always use independent lawyers to consider the best regional center for you.