United States Residence by Investment

The United States offers a well-known EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, which allows investors and their families to obtain a U.S. Green Card (permanent residency) by making qualifying investments in the U.S. economy. This program provides a direct pathway to U.S. citizenship after a period of residency.

Key Requirements
  • Investment Commitment:
    The investor must demonstrate that the investment capital is lawfully obtained and remains at risk throughout the process.
  • Job Creation Requirement:
    The investment must result in the creation of at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers within two years.
  • Business Documentation (for Direct Investment):
    If choosing direct investment, a detailed business plan showing how the jobs will be created and sustained must be provided.
  • Clean Criminal Record:
    A clean criminal record is required for all family members over 16 years of age.
  • Health and Medical Examination:
    Medical exams are required to ensure that the applicants meet U.S. health requirements.
Application Process
  • Select Investment and File I-526 Petition

    The first step is selecting a qualified investment (either direct or through a Regional Center) and filing the I-526 Immigrant Petition by Alien Investor with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The petition includes proof of investment, business plan, and evidence of job creation potential.

  • USCIS Review and Approval

    USCIS reviews the petition to ensure all eligibility criteria are met, including lawful investment, job creation, and the business plan. Upon approval, the investor receives a conditional Green Card, valid for two years.

  • Conditional Green Card

    The investor and their family are granted conditional permanent residency in the U.S. Once they arrive in the U.S., they can live, work, and study without restrictions.

  • I-829 Petition and Permanent Green Card

    After two years of conditional residency, the investor must file an I-829 Petition to remove the conditions. This petition must demonstrate that the investment remained active and that the required jobs were created. Upon approval, the conditions are removed, and the investor and family members receive a permanent Green Card.

  • Pathway to Citizenship

    After five years of permanent residency (including the two years of conditional residency), the investor and their family may apply for U.S. citizenship, provided they meet residency and other naturalization requirements.

Program Wise Fee Structure
Create a New Business
Program Fee
  • Investment in business: $1,050,000
  • Investment in Targeted Employment Area: $800,000
Processing Fee
  • Filing Fee (Form I-526): $3,675
  • -
Due Diligence Fee
  • Principal Applicant: $5,000 to $15,000
  • -
Invest Passively in a Regional Center
Program Fee
  • Investment in Regional Center: $800,000
  • -
Processing Fee
  • Filing Fee (Form I-526): $3,675
  • -
Due Diligence Fee
  • Principal Applicant: $5,000 to $15,000
  • -
Benefits of United States Residence by Investment
  • Direct Path to Citizenship: The EB-5 program provides a clear and direct path to U.S. citizenship after five years of permanent residency.

  • Family Inclusion: The EB-5 visa allows the main applicant’s spouse and unmarried children under 21 to obtain Green Cards as well.

  • Flexibility in Investment: Investors can choose to invest directly in a U.S. business or through a Regional Center, offering flexibility depending on the investor’s preferences.

  • Access to the U.S. Market: U.S. residency offers access to the world’s largest economy, with significant business, education, and healthcare opportunities.

  • No Residency Requirement: While investors must maintain residency, there are no strict requirements on where the investor lives or how much time they spend in the U.S., as long as they maintain their investment and meet job creation criteria.

The U.S. EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program offers a straightforward path to U.S. permanent residency and citizenship for investors and their families. With a focus on job creation and economic growth, the program provides a flexible investment framework, making it an attractive option for individuals looking to establish residency in the U.S.

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