What steps should an EB-5 investor take if their residency status is expiring in the country of interview? - EB5Investors.com

What steps should an EB-5 investor take if their residency status is expiring in the country of interview?

My permit is about to expire in the country of the interview. I am very close to getting an interview letter but it will likely be after my permit expires. I can only apply for an extension after April 6 and will not get the permit until a lot later, but will still be a legal resident in Canada under implied status. Do I have to let the NVC or consulate know of this, or wait till they ask for proof of updated residency? Is it possible that they cancel my interview if I do not inform them?

Answers

Bernard P Wolfsdorf

Bernard P Wolfsdorf

Immigration Attorneys
Answered on

Generally, if you are processing in a third country, the consulate will want to see that you have legal status sufficient to complete processing in that third country. However, there may be an exception if you can show that it is in process and you are not in unlawful status in the third country. The safest option is to process in your country of nationality.

Lynne Feldman

Lynne Feldman

Immigration Attorneys
Answered on

Email the consulate to inquire.

Karen-Lee Pollak

Karen-Lee Pollak

Immigration Attorneys
Answered on

Even if you are not in the country, you could always go back there for the interview and explain the situation. It is unlikely they will ask for proof of residency until the actual interview, if at all.

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