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Can I as an Afghan investor get priority for EB-5 due to the circumstances in my country?

I need to leave Afghanistan and I have money to invest. Would United States do anything to prioritize us because of the ongoing situation? What are my options?

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    Salvatore Picataggio

    Immigration Attorney
    Answered on

    I-526 processing is typically a first in/first out process unless you have a long visa backlog (China), in which case they may get to those later. There are other options you may have, considering, but not EB-5.

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    Lynne Feldman

    Immigration Attorney
    Answered on

    Even prioritizing it is going to take years. I suggest you look at other options.

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    Stephen Berman

    Immigration Attorney
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    You could try to leave the country and start the process from another country. Even if you could get a quick approval of an EB-5 visa, which is very unlikely, consular processing is nearly at a standstill due to the purported virus.

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    Robert V Cornish Jr

    Securities Attorney
    Answered on

    I don’t know, but I’d be willing to help however possible to make that happen. You can certainly ask, but it would help to be in an EB-5 project that has expedited I-526 approval. There are several broker-dealers and others in the US who may be able to help identify such opportunities. Godspeed and safety to you and your family.

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    Mona Shah

    Immigration Attorney
    Answered on

    Yes, if you can show that you are eligible for expedited processing, your case will be given priority.

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    F Oliver Yang

    Immigration Attorney
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    It is possible to request an I-526 expedite based on humanitarian reasons, but we need to evaluate your situation closely and determine the best strategy. You should speak with an experienced attorney to discuss your case.

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    Bernard P Wolfsdorf

    Immigration Attorney
    Answered on

    Unfortunately, the processing times for EB-5 make it unlikely this is a solution. However, if you are able to get out and apply for a visa from another country, there may be viable options.