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US EB-5 Investor Visa

United States · North America

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Overview

The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Visa allows foreign investors to obtain U.S. permanent residency (green card) by investing $1,050,000 (or $800,000 in targeted employment areas) and creating 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers. Investors, spouses, and unmarried children under 21 are eligible.

Eligibility Requirements

RequirementDetails
NationalityOpen to all nationalities

Any foreign national from any country except those restricted by U.S. sanctions

Minimum Age18 years
Minimum IncomeNot specified
Minimum Investment$1,050,000 USD
DependentsAllowed
Local Work PermittedYes
Permitted Employment TypesBusiness Owner
Health InsuranceRequired
Physical PresenceNot specified
Max Consecutive AbsenceNot specified
RenewableNo
DurationNot specified
Leads to PRYes

Requirements Checklist

- **Identity**: Passport copies for principal and dependents; birth certificates.

- **Financial**: Proof of $1,050,000 investment (wire transfers, escrow agreements); source of funds documents (tax returns, bank statements, sale contracts)—no apostille needed.

- **Investment**: Business plan showing job creation; regional center approval if applicable.

- **Health**: Proof of health insurance (required); no medical exam needed.

- **Family**: Marriage certificate for spouse; birth certificates for children under 21.

- **Other**: Form I-526 petition; no FBI background check, apostille, or certificate of coverage required.

📍 Application location: Apply online via USCIS portal (uscis.gov) by filing I-526 petition from anywhere; no consulate initially required. After approval, use consular processing (DS-260 at US embassy/consulate in home country) if outside US, or adjust status in-country via I-485 if eligible. No switch from tourist visa specified for EB-5.

Tax Information

Tax regime not specified for EB-5 holders; upon PR, you become a US tax resident subject to worldwide income taxation. No special regimes like NHR or non-dom apply; standard US progressive rates on global earnings. Tax treaty with US is unknown in data—check bilateral agreements for your home country to avoid double taxation. Filing obligations include annual Form 1040; capital gains from investment tracked. Expats should consult tax attorneys early as no existing tax notes provided.

Work Permissions

·Local employment: Permitted
·Permitted work types: Business Owner

Application Steps

  1. 1

    📋 Research EB-5 projects

    2-4 weeks

  2. 2

    📄 Gather source of funds proof

    4-8 weeks

  3. 3

    📬 File I-526 petition

  4. 4

    ⏳ Await I-526 approval

    not specified

  5. 5

    📬 Apply for adjustment of status or consular processing

    not specified

  6. 6

    ⏳ Receive conditional Green Card

    not specified

  7. 7

    📬 File I-829 to remove conditions

    not specified

  8. 8

    🏛️ Register for SSN and local ID

    1-2 weeks

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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The minimum investment required is $1,050,000 USD in a new commercial business or capital. This can be in targeted employment areas or standard projects, but must be at risk and create jobs. As an expat, ensure your funds are lawfully sourced with full documentation to prove this.
Yes, dependents are allowed including your spouse and unmarried children under 21. They can apply alongside you and gain conditional permanent residency. This makes EB-5 family-friendly for expats relocating with loved ones.
Yes, the EB-5 visa leads to permanent residency (Green Card) upon approval after investment and job creation verification. It provides a direct path to PR for investors and dependents. From PR, you can pursue citizenship after meeting residency requirements, though exact years are not specified.
No major nationality restrictions; any foreign national qualifies except those from countries restricted by U.S. sanctions. All nationalities can apply as long as they meet investment and other criteria. Check current sanctions lists if from affected regions.
Local work is permitted, particularly as an owner of the invested business. You can manage or work in your investment enterprise. No limits on local income are specified, offering flexibility for expat investors.
Yes, health insurance is required as part of the application process. Ensure coverage meets USCIS standards before applying. This protects you and dependents during the residency transition.
The minimum age is 18, with practical minimum also 18. Investors under 18 cannot qualify independently. This suits mature expats with business experience.
No interview is required according to program rules. Applications proceed through petition filings like I-526 without mandatory consular interviews. Focus on strong documentation to avoid requests for evidence.
If the business fails to meet job creation, your conditional PR may be at risk during removal of conditions. Investment must be maintained at risk, but exact outcomes depend on USCIS review. Expats should choose vetted regional centers to mitigate this.
Yes, as owner employment is allowed, and no physical presence is specified, remote management is feasible. However, local work in the business is permitted without limits. This appeals to digital nomad expats transitioning to residency.

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At a Glance

Renewable✗ No
Dependents✓ Allowed
Leads to PR✓ Yes
Local Work✓ Permitted
Health InsuranceRequired
Admin Ease1.0/5

Last verified: May 13, 2026

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