EB-5 investors, regardless of whether they associate with a regional center, must meet the following requirements. First, investors must meet the minimum investment amount of $1.8 million for a business located in a non-TEA, or $900,000 for a business in a TEA. Second, investors must prove the sources of their investment funds is lawful. Third, investors must show that the investment will contribute to the U.S. economy by creating at least 10 full-time jobs. Fourth, the investment must be sufficiently “at risk”,” as that standard is defined by USCIS. Fifth, investors may not receive a return of capital until the completion of two years of conditional permanent residency.
EB-5 Requirements Questions & Answers
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How can my fiancé and I marry having a pending I-485 and on a H-1B visa?
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Why should I wait in the U.S. for my EB-5 green card?
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What’s the most difficult part of applying for the EB-5 visa?
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Could the sale of a family heirloom qualify as a legal source of funds?
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Is now a good time to apply for the EB-5 visa?
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How can I apply for a U.S. green card from India if I am married to a U.S. citizen?
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Could I create ten jobs that last longer than 2 years?