EB-5 Immigrant Investor Visa
Embassy required
- Processing time
- 18-36 months for I-526 petition, then consular processing
- Fee
- $21,130-$22,225 USD
- Validity
- Permanent resident status (green card)
- Entry
- Single entry
Eligibility
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Financial
Must invest $800,000 in Targeted Employment Area or $1,050,000 outside TEA. Investment must be at-risk capital in new commercial enterprise. Must create 10 full-time jobs for US workers within 2 years.
Minimum funds: $800,000-$1,050,000 USD
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: 2x2 inches, color, white background.
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements, wire transfers, business valuations, sale agreements; Minimum amount: $800,000 or $1,050,000 USD
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Police clearance
Countries required: All countries where lived 6+ months since age 16; Validity months: 12
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Medical certificate
Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.
Required tests: Panel physician examination, vaccinations; Validity months: 12
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Business plan
Provide a business plan showing the activity, funding, market and expected costs.
Minimum investment: $800,000 in TEA or $1,050,000 in non-TEA; Must include financials: Yes
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Source of wealth
Must be notarized: No; Wealth source: Detailed documentation showing lawful source of investment funds - tax returns, business records, sale proceeds, inheritance, gifts, etc.
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Investment program registration
Program name: EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program (Direct or Regional Center); Registration number: USCIS-designated regional center number (if applicable)
How to apply
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Document gathering
Select EB-5 project (direct investment or regional center). Prepare business plan, source of funds documentation, job creation plan.
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Fee payment
File Form I-526 (standalone) or I-526E (regional center) with USCIS. Government filing fees $21,130-$22,225. Regional center management fees $50,000-$70,000 additional.
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Processing wait
USCIS processes I-526 petition. Average 18-36 months depending on country of origin and processing times.
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Interview
Attend immigrant visa interview at US embassy/consulate.
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Visa collection
If approved, receive immigrant visa packet. Enter US within visa validity. Green card mailed to US address. Initially conditional 2-year green card, then file I-829 to remove conditions.