What is the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program?
What is the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program?
This is an immigrant investor visa program that allows qualified foreign investors to obtain lawful permanent residency in the U.S. by investing in a U.S. commercial enterprise and creating jobs. On March 15, 2022, the “EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act” was amended which created new requirements for the EB-5 immigrant visa category and the Regional Center Program.
What are the minimum qualifications for this program?
Investment Requirement
This program requires investors to make a capital investment in a new commercial enterprise. The investment amount varies based on the location of the investment:
$1,050,000 in most cases
$800,000 in Targeted Employment Areas (TEAs), which can be rural areas or areas with high unemployment
The applicant must prove the investment must:
create or preserve at least 10 full-time jobs for qualifying U.S. workers
demonstrate that the invested funds are legally sourced
place the investment “at risk,” meaning there is a possibility of gain or loss, similar to any business venture
for “Regional Center projects”, jobs can be created either directly or indirectly
for “non-Regional Center projects”, the jobs must be directly created by the new commercial enterprise
What types of business for investment to be eligible for this program?
Investors can invest in various types of business entities, such as corporations, partnerships, and trusts. However, they can invest directly in a new commercial enterprise or through a regional center.
What does it mean a “Regional Center”?
For this program purpose, “Regional Centers” are designated entities that focus on specific geographic areas and promote economic growth through EB-5 investments. Investing through a Regional Center can offer advantages, such as potentially easier job creation requirements and access to project management assistance.
What government entity administers this program and its investment requirements?
USCIS administers this program, and they adjust/ review the minimum investment requirements for the EB-5 program every five years. The next adjustment will become effective for new EB-5 applicants who submit an application on January 1, 2027, or afterward.
Can any investor from any country around the world apply to this program?
Yes, any eligible investor can apply for this program without any restrictions.
How should I start this program if I am interested in applying?
If you are interested in applying for this program, and you want to discuss about this program in detail, you can reach out to “Ariyan Immigration Consulting” at https://www.ariyanimmigrationconsulting.org/services
Note: this information provided here is for general information and educational purposes only, and it does not constitute legal advice.
