EB-5 Immigrant Investors

Overview

Buying a new business in the United States? Maybe a McDonald’s franchise or Subway? Perhaps you are investing in one of many other types of businesses from restaurants to gas stations? The EB-5 is really an “investor visa”. The EB-5 visa has helped many become legal residents of the United States through investment. The EB-5, with a few considerations, will also make each of your family members legal permanent residents as well!

Is this a process I can handle myself?

No. The process is too complicated. You must work an immigration attorney that has worked with the EB-5 petition for many years. Contact my office for a consultation.

Who can apply for the EB-5 investor visa?

Those that have a substantial amount of money to invest in the United States can apply for an EB-5 visa. Here are some of the requirements:

• Establishment of a business.
• Active involvement in the business.
• Investment of at least $1 million in the business ($500,000 is acceptable in certain designated areas) which can be in cash, equipment, inventory, etc.
• An investment that benefits the U.S. economy.
• Create at least 10 full time jobs for U.S. workers.

How do I become a Permanent Resident through the EB-5 visa?

Once your application is approved, you are a "conditional" permanent residence for a two-year period. During the two year's conditional period, the EB-5 investor must continuously meet the legal requirements for EB-5 investors. 90 days before the second anniversary of the EB-5 investor's admission to the U.S. as a conditional permanent resident, Form I-829 must be filed to remove the condition. The “conditional residence” is lifted after 2 years provided the investment you have made continues.