★ EB-5 Visa

Your Direct Path to U.S. Permanent Residency

Secure your future with the EB-5 Investor Visa Program. We partner with vetted, government-approved Regional Centers to ensure a secure and compliant investment journey.

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Minimum investment required. Terms and conditions apply.

Why Choose the EB-5 Program?

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Permanent Residency

The EB-5 visa grants Conditional Permanent Residency (Green Card) for the investor, spouse, and all unmarried children under 21.

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Investment Safety

We prioritize projects in Targeted Employment Areas (TEAs) that meet job creation requirements and offer strong financial projections.

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No Sponsorship Needed

Unlike employment visas, the EB-5 program is based purely on your investment, providing independence from employer sponsorship.

Mandatory Investment Requirements & Thresholds

Every EB-5 applicant must commit capital under the "at-risk" principle and prove the funds were lawfully acquired.

Required Capital Investment (How Much)

The required minimum investment amount depends on the project's location as designated by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

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Targeted Employment Area (TEA)

$800,000

Projects in rural areas or areas with high unemployment. Most popular option.

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Non-TEA/Standard Investment

$1,050,000

Projects located in high-employment areas outside of TEA designations.

Who Can Invest: Broad Eligibility

The EB-5 program is unique in its wide accessibility, focusing primarily on the source of capital, not the investor's background.

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    Open to All Nationalities: There are no nationality restrictions for EB-5 applicants.
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    No Experience or Education Requirement: The program does not require a specific educational background, business experience, or English language proficiency.
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    Lawful Source of Funds: The investment capital must be legally obtained, and this must be fully documented and proven to USCIS.
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    At-Risk Investment: The entire capital amount must be committed to a new commercial enterprise and subject to risk of loss. Guarantees are strictly prohibited.
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    Creation of 10 Full-Time Jobs: The investment must result in the creation or preservation of at least 10 full-time jobs for qualified U.S. workers within two years.

EB-5 Investment Pathways: Choose Your Level of Involvement

The EB-5 program offers two distinct methods of investment, differing primarily in how the required 10 jobs are counted and managed.

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Regional Center Investment

This is the most popular route, designed for investors seeking a **passive role** where job creation risk and compliance burden are managed by an approved entity.

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    Indirect Job Counting: Jobs can be calculated using economic models (e.g., RIMS II) based on project revenue and spending.
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    Professional Management: The Regional Center handles compliance, reporting (I-829 petition), and project monitoring.
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    Passive Role: The investor has no day-to-day management responsibilities in the business.
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Direct Investment (NCE)

This option allows the investor to create or purchase a **New Commercial Enterprise (NCE)** and be actively involved in its operations.

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    Direct Jobs Only: Only **direct, W-2 payroll jobs** (employees of the NCE) count toward the 10-job requirement. Indirect jobs are excluded.
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    Active Management Required: The investor must actively manage the NCE, either as a corporate officer, director, or by participating in policy formulation.
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    Higher Compliance Burden: The investor is fully responsible for all business operations, compliance, and job creation documentation.

The EB-5 Timeline: From Filing to Citizenship

Estimated timeframes are highly dependent on USCIS processing and the investor's country of origin. TEA projects often provide a faster route.

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Initial Consultation & Document Vetting

We assess eligibility, finalize the investment, and gather all necessary source of funds documentation. **Estimated Duration: 1 to 4 Weeks**

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File I-526E Immigrant Petition (Investment)

The I-526E petition is submitted to USCIS. This date becomes your **Priority Date**. Processing times are highly variable and country-dependent. **USCIS Processing Estimate: 12 to 36+ Months**

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Conditional Permanent Residency (Green Card)

Upon I-526E approval, you apply for the two-year Conditional Green Card via I-485 (US status adjustment) or DS-260 (Consular processing). **Conditional Period: 2 Years**

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Remove Conditions (File I-829 Petition)

Filed 90 days before your 2-year anniversary, this proves the job creation requirement was met. Approval grants a Permanent Green Card. **USCIS Processing Estimate: 24+ Months**

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Path to U.S. Naturalization and Citizenship

After five years of continuous Permanent Residency (starting from Step 3), the investor and family become eligible to apply for U.S. Citizenship.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the definition of a Targeted Employment Area (TEA)?

A **TEA** is defined as a rural area or an area that has experienced an unemployment rate of at least $150\%$ of the national average. Investments in TEAs qualify for the lower investment threshold of $\$800,000$.

Q: Can I live anywhere in the U.S. with an EB-5 visa?

Yes. Once you receive your Conditional Green Card, you and your family are free to live, work, or study anywhere in the United States, regardless of where the investment project is located.

Q: What happens if the investment project fails?

The EB-5 program is based on an **"at-risk"** investment principle. If the project fails to meet the job creation requirements, your application to remove conditions (I-829) may be denied, resulting in the loss of your conditional residency status. This emphasizes the necessity of rigorous due diligence on the project.

Q: What is the Visa Backlog and how does the set-aside category help?

A **visa backlog** occurs when an investor's country has used up its annual allotment of EB-5 visas, leading to multi-year waiting lists (priority dates). However, new legislation reserves visas for projects in TEA, rural, or infrastructure categories, potentially offering a **much faster path** for investors from backlogged countries like China and India.

Q: Do I have to manage the investment business day-to-day?

If you invest through a **Regional Center**, your role is typically passive, and you are not involved in day-to-day management. If you choose the **Direct Investment** pathway, you must actively manage the business, such as serving as a corporate officer, director, or being involved in policy formation.

Q: When will my investment capital be returned?

The capital must remain **"at risk"** for the duration of the conditional residency period and until the I-829 petition to remove conditions is approved. For most projects, the investment is held for a minimum of 5 years, but often up to 7 years. The precise timeline is detailed in the project's offering documents.

Q: How long does the EB-5 process currently take?

Processing times have historically varied widely, but recent reforms have introduced "visa set-asides" for TEA projects, which can significantly speed up the timeline for qualified investors. We track USCIS processing times closely and can provide a personalized estimate during consultation.

Q: How do I prove the source of my funds?

You must provide comprehensive documentation to USCIS proving that all invested capital was acquired lawfully. This typically involves five years of tax returns, bank statements, corporate records, and source documentation for large gifts or loans.

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