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Eligible investors can pursue permanent residency for themselves and other eligible immediate family members by investing in a qualifying EB-5 project that creates at least 10 full-time American jobs.
Most EB-5 investments are made through a USCIS-designated Regional Center, which simplifies project oversight by enabling a more passive investment structure for investors, while also allowing job creation to be calculated indirectly, within a framework of USCIS oversight and compliance requirements.
No job offer or employer sponsorship required
No minimum education, language, or business background
One EB-5 investment may cover the investor, spouse, and unmarried children under 21, subject to eligibility
A clear path to a Green Card – and eventually, U.S. citizenship
The ability to continue residing in the United States while Form I-526E is pending, through a pending Form I-485
Work authorization through an approved Employment Authorization Document (EAD) based on the pending adjustment application
The ability to seek advance parole travel authorization through Form I-131 while the adjustment application is pending
To qualify for the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, applicants must meet specific financial and regulatory requirements set by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
$800,000 when investing in a qualifying Targeted Employment Area (TEA)
$1,050,000 for projects outside of a TEA
On or around early 2027, these minimum investment amounts will increase (indexed to cumulative inflation since 2022). The government has not yet announced the specific amount.
Lawful source of investment funds
Proper "path of funds" documentation, tracing how funds moved from source to investment
Investment in a project structured to meet EB-5 job creation requirements
Investment capital must remain "at risk" – returns cannot be guaranteed
Regional Center administrative fees
USCIS filing fees
Legal fees
Translation and document preparation fees
EB-5 is often unfamiliar, even to experienced global investors. These frequently asked questions address common concerns and points of confusion at a high level.
EB-5 is a U.S. government program that allows foreign nationals to obtain a green card by making a qualifying investment in a U.S. business that creates American jobs. Unlike other employment-based visas, EB-5 does not require a U.S. employer to sponsor you. You, your spouse, and your unmarried children under the age of 21 pursue residency on your own terms – through an investment, not a job offer. Qualifying investors first receive conditional permanent residency, with a path to a permanent green card and eventually U.S. citizenship.
Yes. One EB-5 investment covers all eligible immediate family members. Your spouse and your unmarried children under the age of 21 are all eligible for green cards through your application, no additional investment required. For families with children approaching college age, acting sooner rather than later matters. Securing residency before a child turns 21 preserves their eligibility and may open the door to certain resident benefits, which vary by state.
The EB-5 program gives you and all eligible immediate family members a path to U.S. permanent residency. With a green card, you can live and work anywhere in the country without employer restrictions, access public education and in-state tuition where applicable, travel internationally while maintaining your U.S. residency, and build a path to U.S. citizenship after five years as a permanent resident. For global families thinking long-term about education, opportunity, and stability, EB-5 is one of the most valuable immigration pathways available.
The timeline varies based on your country of birth and individual circumstances, but the process generally follows five stages:
Total timelines can range from a few years to significantly longer. Investors from high-demand countries such as mainland China, India, and Vietnam may experience additional wait times due to annual visa limits and retrogression.
If you are currently in the United States on a valid visa and a visa number is immediately available, concurrent filing may allow you to begin adjusting your status while your I-526E petition is pending.
The minimum investment is $800,000 for projects located in a Targeted Employment Area (TEA), which includes rural regions and urban zones with high unemployment rates, and $1,050,000 for projects outside of a TEA. Civitas structures its projects in TEA-designated locations, allowing investors to qualify at the lower threshold.
Beyond the investment itself, you should also plan for Regional Center administrative fees, USCIS filing fees, legal fees, and translation and document preparation fees.
On or around early 2027, these minimum investment amounts will increase (indexed to cumulative inflation since 2022). The government has not yet announced the specific amount.
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