Legality
EB5 (Employment-based fifth preference visa) Investor visa was created in 1990 by Congress to stimulate the economy through job creation for US workers and capital investment by foreign investors, this visa category attracts high net-worth foreign investors “with no family or employment sponsorship in the US) for obtaining permanent residence status.
EB5 Investor visa is a pathway to Permanent Residence and US Citizenship via Investment.
Currently, as of March 15, 2022, the amount of investment is $800,000 (in Targeted Employment Areas and Rural Areas) and $1,050,000 elsewhere (non-TEA zones).
Investment Options
Starting March 15, 2022 “for the next five years”, EB5 reforms & integrity act was signed that revised the investment requirements as below:
TARGETED EMPLOYMENT AREA
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The minimum investment required is USD 800,000 or more.
OUTSIDE TARGETED EMPLOYMENT AREA
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The minimum investment required is USD 1,050,000 or more.
Eligibility
To qualify for residency by investment, the main applicant must meet the following criteria.
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Be of outstanding character.
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18 years or above of age
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Hold no criminal record.
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Have excellent health.
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Have a high personal net worth.
Eligible Dependent
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Spouse
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Unmarried children under 21yrs age are, financially dependent on the main applicant
About Country
The USA is known for its commitment to individual freedoms, civil liberties, and the pursuit of the American Dream, which represents the belief in upward social mobility and success through hard work.
The United States of America (USA) is a large and diverse country located in North America. It is bordered by Canada to the north and Mexico to the south. With a population of over 330 million people, it is the third most populous country in the world.
The USA has a highly developed and mixed-market economy, which is the largest in the world by nominal GDP and second-largest by purchasing power parity. It has a wide range of industries, including technology, finance, entertainment, manufacturing, and agriculture. The country is known for its innovation and entrepreneurial spirit, hosting many prominent multinational corporations.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
DO I HAVE TO PROVE MY LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY?
No, for EB5 Investor visa you don’t have to prove your English language proficiency, and you are not required to undergo history exams
WHAT ARE THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA?
For EB5, principal applicant must be over 18 years of age or more must, be of no criminal records, principal applicant can include spouse, and unmarried children financially dependent on him or her if they are below 21 years of age, to know more about it please contact one of our experts.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS IF I CHOOSE EB5?
Migrating to USA via EB5 offers you multiple benefits, some are stated below: -Access to world class education & healthcare. -Social services benefits. -Qualified to apply for the Permanent Residence in 2 years. -Pathway to US citizenship.
WHAT IS THE MINIMUM INVESTMENT REQUIRED FOR EB5 INVESTOR VISA?
Individuals can start with minimum value of USD 800,000 or more in a Targeted Employment Area.
WHAT ARE THE INVESTMENT OPTIONS?
Starting March 15, 2022 “for the next five years”, EB5 reforms & integrity act was signed that revised the investment requirements as below: -TARGETED EMPLOYEENT AREA minimum investment required is USD 800,000 or more. -OUTSIDE TARGETED EMPLOYMENT AREA minimum investment required is USD 1,050,000 or more.
DO I HAVE TO PAY ANY ADDITIONAL FEES “OTHER THAN INVESTMENT VALUE”?
In addition to your minimum investment, you must be paying fees such administrative & registration fees, I-526E “state fees for EB5 visa”, I-485 “state fees for conditional Green Card”, I-892 “state fees for petition”, health insurance etc.
WHAT ARE TEA OR NON-TEA AREA?
The TEA “Targeted Employment Areas” are rural areas or an area which has experienced unemployment of at least 150 percent of the national average. Non- TEA areas are situated in affluent areas
CAN MY GREEN CARD BE ANNULLED?
Yes, if you leave the US for period of over a year.
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