EB-5 – green card in the USA through investment
The immigration program allows investors to obtain a U.S. green card through investments in the country’s economy. Capital investment in an approved project or regional center grants the right to permanent residence in the United States for the investor, their spouse, and children under 21. We support the entire EB-5 process – from selecting an investment project and risk assessment to filing the petition and obtaining the green card.
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What is the EB-5 program and who is it for
The EB-5 program is an official U.S. immigration mechanism that allows foreign investors to obtain a U.S. green card through investments in the American economy. Unlike work and business visas, EB-5 does not require an employer sponsor and does not tie the investor to a specific position – the key condition is investment and job creation.
The EB-5 program is right for you if:
Key requirements for the EB-5 visa
To obtain an EB-5 investor visa, the applicant must meet the established requirements of the U.S. immigration program.
USCIS evaluates not only the amount of investment but also the project structure, the legality of the source of funds, and the economic impact for the United States.
Key EB-5 program conditions:
How to obtain a U.S. green card under the EB-5 program
The EB-5 process is not just a money transfer. It is a legally structured procedure where every detail matters – from the investment structure to the source of funds and the filing strategy.
An investor can invest:
- in an EB-5 regional center
- or in a direct investment project
USCIS requires proof that the investment funds were obtained lawfully. I assist in collecting documents from sources such as:
- business income
- dividends
- sale of real estate
- inheritance
- investment profits
This is one of the most critical stages – this is where refusals most often occur.
The I-526E petition confirms that:
- the investment has been made
- the project meets EB-5 requirements
- the funds are from lawful sources
After filing, the investor may proceed to the immigration stage.
Depending on your location:
- if you are in the U.S. – Form I-485 is filed
- if you are abroad – Form DS-260 is filed
The result is a 2-year conditional green card for the investor and the entire family.
After 21-24 months, Form I-829 is filed to confirm:
- the investment was sustained
- jobs were created
After approval, you receive a permanent U.S. green card without conditions.
After approval, you receive a permanent U.S. green card without conditions.
Key forms and documents for the EB-5 program
The process of obtaining a investor visa in the United States includes mandatory preparation of visa forms and corporate documentation. We take full control of this stage.
Immigration forms:
- I-526 / I-526E – investor petition
- I-485 – adjustment of status in the U.S.
- DS-260 – immigrant visa application outside the U.S.
- I-829 – removal of green card conditions
Financial documents:
- proof of source of funds
- I-485 – adjustment of status in the U.S.
- tax returns
- business reports
- bank statements
- purchase and sale agreements
- appraisal reports
Investment documents:
- agreement with a regional center
- business plan
- financial model
- documents on job creation
A complete and properly prepared document package allows you to build an EB-5 case that meets USCIS requirements and ensures the highest possible chance of green card approval for the investor and their family.
EB-5 for the investor’s family
The EB-5 program gives the investor and their loved ones not a temporary stay permit, but a full immigration status with the right to permanent residence in the United States. Unlike non-immigrant visas, this program immediately opens access to a green card
Together with the investor, the following receive status:
- spouse
- children under 21
With this status, the family receives:
- the right to live in the United States
- the right to work without visas
- the right to study in American schools and universities
- the right to obtain U.S. citizenship in the future
Additional opportunities for the family:
- children can study in the U.S. without student visas
- the spouse can work without profession restrictions
- the family receives U.S. resident tax status
- simplified access to loans, mortgages, and investments
Why immigration attorney support is important
The EB-5 program is considered one of the most complex forms of U.S. investment immigration because it combines the requirements of immigration law and investment regulation. The EB-5 investor visa involves not just transferring funds, but participation in a carefully structured investment project through a regional center with strict compliance with EB-5 program requirements.
That is why a key element of the modern investor protection system is the EB-5 Integrity Fund – an official USCIS mechanism through which regional center inspections, investment project audits, and detection of fraudulent schemes in the EB-5 market are funded.
Comprehensive EB-5 support includes:
Properly structured support helps minimize immigration and financial risks, ensure compliance with all USCIS requirements, and significantly increase the likelihood of successfully obtaining a green card under the EB-5 program.
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