EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program: A–Z Guide
Discover how the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program can secure U.S. permanent residency for you and your family through targeted investment and job creation. Follow this detailed roadmap from start to finish.
1. Program Overview
- Green Card for Family: Includes investor, spouse, and unmarried children under 21.
- No Degree Requirement: Only capital investment and job creation matter.
- Freedom in the U.S.: Live, work, and study anywhere during both conditional and permanent status.
2. Investment Requirements
- Standard EB-5: Minimum investment of $1,050,000.
- TEA (Targeted Employment Area): Reduced threshold of $800,000 for rural or high-unemployment zones.
3. Step-by-Step Process
| Step | Action | Approx. Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Project Selection | Choose direct enterprise or USCIS-designated regional center | – |
| 2. I-526 Petition | File Form I-526 (Immigrant Petition by Alien Investor) | 24–60 months |
| 3. Consular Processing / AOS | Apply via DS-260 (abroad) or I-485 (in U.S.) | 6–12 months |
| 4. Conditional Green Card | Enter U.S. & receive 2-year conditional residency | – |
| 5. I-829 Petition | File to remove conditions; prove job creation & “at-risk” capital | 18–24 months |
| 6. Permanent Green Card | Receive unconditional 10-year card | – |
4. Job Creation Requirements
Direct projects must create 10 full-time positions you manage. Regional center investors can leverage indirect and induced job models backed by economic impact studies.
5. Due Diligence & Risk Management
- Review Developer Track Record: Examine previous project outcomes.
- Economic Feasibility: Validate financial projections and impact studies.
- Legal Compliance: Use experienced EB-5 counsel for petition accuracy.
- Capital Security: Prefer well-capitalized, essential-service projects.
6. FAQs
- Can I work for other employers? Yes, free work authorization upon conditional status.
- What if I exit early? Early withdrawal risks denial of condition removal.
- Who qualifies? Investor, spouse, and unmarried children under 21.
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