Knowing About Visa Set-Asides in EB-5 Investor Program
The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program provides a pathway to U.S. residency for foreign nationals through significant investments in new commercial enterprises. This program stimulates economic growth and creates jobs for U.S. workers, with nearly 100,000 foreign investors participating since its inception. Notably, 91% of EB-5 visas have been issued through Regional Center projects (USCIS, 2023). […]
EB-5 Financing for Real Estate: A Guide for Investors
The EB-5 financing program offers foreign investors a significant opportunity to obtain U.S. residency through real estate development projects. As part of the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022 (RIA), set-aside visa categories were introduced, reserving 20% of visas for rural projects, 10% for high-unemployment Targeted Employment Areas (TEAs), and 2% for infrastructure projects […]
Is a Rural EB5 Investment Right for You?
The EB-5 visa program offers a compelling pathway for immigrant investors seeking permanent residency in the United States. Designed to stimulate economic growth and create jobs, this program enables foreign nationals to obtain a green card by making qualified investments in new commercial enterprises. To address visa backlogs, the RIA (Reauthorization Act) has allocated 20% […]
Opportunities for EB-5 Chinese Investors in the U.S.
The EB-5 visa program continues to be a crucial pathway for mainland Chinese investors seeking U.S. permanent residency. In FY2024, Chinese applicants received 8,311 EB-5 visas under the Unreserved category, accounting for 69% of all EB-5 visas issued globally through consular processing. Since its launch in 1990, the program has provided a clear route to […]
How to File the I-829 Form for EB-5 Investors
The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program offers a clear path for foreign nationals to achieve lawful permanent resident status in the United States. A crucial step in this journey is filing the I-829 petition, a necessary process for EB-5 investors who wish to remove conditions on their green card. According to data from U.S. Citizenship and […]
What Happens After RFE Response for EB-5 Investors?
The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program allows foreign nationals to obtain a green card by investing in U.S. businesses that create jobs for American workers. However, the process can be complicated, and investors may receive a Request for Evidence (RFE) from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). In the first quarter of FY 2019, the […]
EB-5 Investor Visa Program for Brazilians’ US Residency
Brazil consistently ranks among the top ten, the largest EB-5 markets worldwide. It has become the most significant source of EB-5 investors outside Southeast Asia. This shows how many Brazilian investors understand the program’s potential. If you’re curious to discover how Brazilian investors are turning their investments into U.S. permanent residency, keep reading. In this […]
A Guide on EB-5 Investments for Canada Investors’ Visa
The processing time for the EB-5 Canada investors’ visa averages 3-5 years. Recent trends show a significant reduction in application backlogs. This means processing times will keep getting better. So if you’re a Canadian investor looking to pursue your U.S. permanent residency, then this could be the perfect time to start your journey. In this […]
What Is EB-5 Redeployment and Why It Matters for Investors
The average EB-5 processing time now ranges from 29 to 61 months, so most investors face an unexpectedly important decision. Investors ask what happens to their investment when their initial project ends before they get their permanent green card. This is where EB-5 redeployment comes in. It’s a phase of your EB5 journey that can […]
What to Expect During Consular Processing of the EB-5 Green Card Visa?
Every year, thousands of investors choose consular processing for their EB-5 visas. In Fiscal Year 2024, a record-breaking 12,055 unreserved EB-5 visas were issued through consular processing, marking the highest issuance level in the program’s history. This significant increase reflects the enhanced efficiency of U.S. consular offices worldwide, enabling investors to complete their green card […]