EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program Introduction
EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program
Families and individuals who seek to move to the United States on a permanent basis can apply for the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Process. USCIS administers the Immigrant Investor Program, also known as “EB-5.” EB-5 was created by Congress in 1990 to stimulate the U.S. economy through job creation and capital investment by foreign investors.
Basic Requirements and Suggestions
① Clear proof and source of funds
② Investment of the legal minimum amount specific to geographic region (standard minimum investment amount is $1.8 million). The minimum investment in a TEA (Targeted employment area) program is $900,000
③ Creation of ten full time jobs per investor
④ Direct investment needs to create direct hire positions
⑤ Regional center may count indirect and induced jobs with any direct hire positions
Best Suited For
▶ Families with an eldest child who is almost at the age of 18 (even younger for countries where visas are backlogged)
▶ Investors with clear history to proof of funds
▶ Families with the ability to wait a few years to relocate into the U.S.