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U.S. Visa EB-5

U.S. Visa EB-5 Application Process

The refined path to U.S. residency through 5 strategic phases

U.S. Visa EB-5 Application Process
1

Personalized Consultation

2

Investment & Document Preparation

3

Petition Filing with USCIS

4

Visa Approval & Green Card Issuance

5

Permanent Residency (I-829)

Essential Paperwork for U.S. Visa EB-5

Investment & Finance

Personal & Family

Investment Documentation

  • Proof of $800K/$1.05M investment
  • Project in TEA (Targeted Employment Area)
  • U.S. bank receipt (investment fund)
  • Source of invested capital
  • Fund transferred from overseas
  • Loan/gift/equity contracts with collateral
  • Assets purchased for use in NCE

Financial Documentation

  • Business/property ownership proof
  • Business/professional licenses
  • Tax returns (last 5 years)
  • Bank statements (last 5 years)
  • Business financial reports
  • Proof of other legal funds

Additional Required Forms

Form Name Description Download
Form I-526 Immigrant Petition by Alien Investor – filed to demonstrate eligibility for conditional EB-5 status. Form I-526 Instructions for Form I-526
Form DS-260 Immigrant Visa and Alien Registration Application (for consular processing) – for applicants outside the U.S. DS-260 Website
Form I-485 Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status (if adjusting status from within the U.S.). Form I-485 Instructions for Form I-485
Form I-829 Required Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions on Conditional Permanent Resident Status. Form I-829 Instruction for Form I-829

FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions

1

What happens after I get my conditional green card?

You and your family receive a 2-year conditional green card. Near the end of this period, you must file Form I-829 to remove conditions and receive permanent residency — based on job creation and sustained investment.

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2

What documents do I need to prove the source of funds?

You will need to provide detailed documents such as bank statements, tax records, business sale agreements, gift letters, or inheritance documents — depending on your funding source.

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3

How long does it take to get the green card?

Processing times vary, but typically range from 12 to 24 months for the initial I-526E petition. Additional time is needed for visa issuance and consular processing.

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4

Do I need to manage the business I invest in?

No. Most EB-5 applicants choose Regional Center projects, which allow for passive investment — no active business management is required.

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5

Will my entire family be eligible for green cards?

Yes. Your spouse and unmarried children under 21 will be included in your EB-5 application and receive green cards along with you.

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6

How much do I need to invest for the EB-5 visa?

The minimum investment is $800,000 if the project is located in a Targeted Employment Area (TEA). For projects outside TEA, the minimum is $1,050,000.

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