I am on an H1b visa and am working for a US based employer.
I am interested in the EB-5 direct investment route. But, as per the rules, I cannot work for anyone else. How can I start my own business and make the required investments for direct EB-5?
Answers
Bernard P Wolfsdorf
Immigration attorneysOne option is if you have an E-2 treaty country passport you can have your own business. If you do not have an E-2 country passport, then you can often obtain one via investment and then apply for your E-2 visa.
Salvatore Picataggio
Immigration attorneysYou would remain an investor, and owner, but not take an active role in the business until receiving your work permit.
Lynne Feldman
Immigration attorneysUsually set up the legal entity and will either need a concurrent H-1B to work there or hire someone to manage until you can legally work there.
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