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The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program offers unusual opportunities to foreign investors in return for United States residency. It was designed to promote economic growth by providing a way for foreign-born, non-citizen investors to attain lawful permanent resident status by investing in an enterprise that creates jobs for U.S. workers. An experienced attorney-at-law, such as those from the US Visa pathway, would confidently walk applicants through grueling EB-5 requirements and bring in more approvals for residency in the United States.
The EB-5 category allows foreign investors to apply for residency in the United States by investing in a new or restructured commercial enterprise that must at least create ten full-time positions for United States workers. Investors may directly invest in or invest through a Regional Center. Although the criteria may differ, the goals are the same: to create jobs and supplement the economy. This program is particularly fit for investors looking forward to residency status for themselves and their families, positively impacting the United States economy concurrently.
Essential requirements to be met by applicants under the EB-5 Program:
The minimum investment amount required under this program is $1,050,000 or $800,000 if the investment is made in a TEA.
The investment must be made in an enterprise established after November 29, 1990, or existing before this date but was reorganized to create a new commercial enterprise.
At least ten full-time positions for U.S. workers must be created or preserved within two years.
An investor may invest directly in a business or through a designated Regional Center.
Investment funds shall come from lawful sources with adequate documentation.
Other Immigrant Investor Program EB-5 benefits include:
Green cards for investors, their spouses, and unmarried children under 21.
Investors may only live in the United States because of the location of the business.
The children qualify for tuition in the state at U.S. colleges and universities.
EB-5 residents may work or run any business activity in any employment area.
Investors may realize financial returns after the venture's success.
Immediate families are offered residency in the U.S., thus securing their future.
To apply for the EB‐5 Immigration Investor Program, following the USCIS rules is essential. The process involves the following steps:
Investors begin the procedure by filling out Form I-526. The Immigrant Petition, by Alien Investor form. To showcase their qualifications with proof of funds, lawful sources, and specifics about the business venture.
In addition to Form I-526, submission requirements for investors include providing evidence of the investment sum and demonstrating that their investment will generate or maintain a minimum of 10 full-time employee positions.
Please wait for USCIS to review your application submission; they will assess it. Ask for information before approving to move forward with your journey toward obtaining permanent residency.
After the I‐526 approval is granted, the investor and eligible family members can seek residency by adjusting their status if they are in the United States or through consular processing if they are outside the country.
After two years since the investment was made, job creation occurs as required by Form I‐829 (Petition by Investor to Remove Conditions on Permanent Resident Status). The investor applies to have the conditions removed from their resident status.
Upon approval of Form I-829, the restrictions placed upon the investor’s and their family members’ cards are lifted, allowing them to obtain residency in the United States.
Working with an experienced EB-5 attorney will also serve to positively affect change in the application process by way of avoiding common pitfalls and maximizing your potential for approval:
Our team ensures any document prepared meets USCIS's standards, avoiding costly mistakes and delays.
We outline application steps to help you understand USCIS guidelines and requirements.
We advise investment strategies and structures that meet the EB5 requirements, assisting in achieving compliance with the least risk.
The laws of immigration change from time to time. We will keep you updated on the same and ensure that your case is always in compliance with any new regulations.
With US Visa Pathway, you will have an involved partner who understands the intricacies of the EB-5 program. For more information, please contact us today and take that step toward U.S. residency through the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program.
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