Key Takeaways
- L-2 EAD holders from global supply chain companies often launch logistics businesses
- Freight brokerage, 3PL operations, and warehousing are strong revenue generators
- Fund facility leases, forklift equipment, WMS software, and staff without a green card
- Bankable evaluates freight revenue and contract volume, not immigration status
- Many L-2 spouses bring supply chain expertise from Toyota, BMW, or Samsung operations
Logistics is a domain where many L-2 EAD spouses have deep professional expertise. The partner of a supply chain director transferred from a Japanese manufacturing company may have managed international freight operations. The spouse of a logistics technology executive from Germany may have experience building warehouse management systems. This expertise creates real competitive advantages in the US logistics market.
Bankable funds L-2 EAD logistics businesses: freight brokerages, 3PLs (third-party logistics providers), warehouse operators, customs brokers, and last-mile delivery companies. We evaluate your freight invoice volume, client contracts, and revenue consistency.
Logistics & Warehouse Funding Uses
- Warehouse facility: Lease deposit, fit-out, racking systems, and loading dock equipment
- Forklifts and material handling: Electric forklifts, pallet jacks, and conveyor systems
- WMS software: Warehouse management system implementation and integration costs
- Carrier payment float: Bridge capital for freight brokerages paying carriers before clients pay
- Staff expansion: Warehouse associates, dispatchers, and logistics coordinators
- Customs bonding: For customs broker businesses operating at US ports of entry
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Freight brokerage requires an FMCSA broker authority (MC number), a $75,000 surety bond, and a process agent — all obtainable as an L-2 EAD business owner. The brokerage business itself is fully authorized under L-2 EAD.
Minimum $20,000/month in freight commission revenue (for brokerages) or warehousing/3PL revenue. We look at 3-6 months of consistent deposits.
Yes. Carrier payment float is a classic logistics cash flow problem. Brokerages pay carriers quickly (often within 30 days) while collecting from shippers on net-60 or net-90 terms. Bankable's working capital bridges this gap.
Yes. Licensed customs brokers with consistent import/export filing revenue are eligible. We evaluate your filing volume and client contracts.
Startup 3PL businesses require careful evaluation. We look at your signed warehouse lease, any committed client contracts, and your personal logistics industry experience. Pre-revenue operations require additional support — contact us to discuss your specific situation.
Yes. Warehouse lease security deposits and first-month rent are fundable costs. Note that most commercial landlords require personal guarantees and may conduct their own credit checks.
No. Your independent logistics business does not conflict with your spouse's employment. However, you should ensure you are not using confidential information from your spouse's employer. Standard non-compete and confidentiality considerations apply as they would for any business.
Logistics businesses often have high gross revenue but low net margins (3-8% for brokerages). We evaluate your net revenue deposits and margin consistency rather than gross freight volume.