While I complete my postdoc in Spain, I would like to apply for the EB-5 visa in the United States. However, I would like to know if I am required to relocate to the US while waiting for this visa, as I still have 3 more years to complete my postdoctoral research.
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David B Gardner
EB-5 Immigration attorneysYou are not required to relocat, but you should be aware of changes to the program. We can provide an initial one hour review. Reach us through the contact form.
Jimena G Cabrera
EB-5 Immigration attorneysFile the I-526E now. Once it’s approved, you can proceed with visa processing. Visa processing is used by individuals like you who are outside the country to obtain an immigrant visa through a U.S. consulate.
Karen-Lee Pollak
EB-5 Immigration attorneysYou can invest in a regular project, which will take at least 2 years for approval and can delay the consular process by at least one year.
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