The USA is a popular investment immigration destination due to the ease of doing business, the scope for innovation, a broad consumer base, and a skilled workforce. Foreign investors (as well as their spouse and children under 21 years of age) can attain permanent residence or US Green Card status by applying for the employment-based fifth preference visa (EB-5), commonly known as the Immigrant Investor Program.
Benefits of the EB-5 Investor Visa
- Establish or purchase a profitable enterprise, and operate in a fertile business environment.
- No job offer or sponsorship requirements.
- Fast-track route to securing an EB-5 green card for yourself and your dependent family members.
- Application processing can be expedited for set-aside categories.
- Generate high returns on investment.
- Access a higher standard of living, sophisticated healthcare infrastructure, and better academic and professional opportunities.
EB-5 Visa Eligibility Requirements
Investment Requirement
The applicant must make a capital investment in a new commercial enterprise in the USA. It should be a for-profit activity (sole proprietorship, partnership, joint venture, holding company, corporation, business trust, or any other publicly or privately owned entity) created to conduct a lawful business. The minimum investment amount is $1,050,000, reduced to $800,000 for an enterprise located in a targeted employment area (a rural area or an area experiencing high unemployment) or an infrastructure project. The capital must be lawfully sourced and placed at risk.
Job Creation Requirement
The capital investment must create or preserve at least ten full-time jobs for qualifying US workers, including US citizens, permanent residents, or other authorized workers, generally within two years.
Application Process for the Investor Visa USA
First, applicants must submit Form I-526E (Immigrant Petition by Regional Center Investor) or Form I-526 to US Citizenship and Immigration Services. Once the petition is approved, investors residing outside the USA submit Form DS-260 (Application for Immigrant Visa and Alien Registration), while those already in the USA in a valid status can file Form I-485 (Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status) to obtain conditional permanent residence, and eventually file Form I-829 to remove the conditions on permanent resident status.
Why Choose Abhinav?
For investors, ensuring a smooth transition to the USA does not end at visa authorization. The process includes sourcing valid investment funds, demonstrating the lawful transfer of funds, business incorporation, compliance with regulations, and an in-depth understanding of what lies ahead in establishing or purchasing, and operating, a company in the USA. We provide reliable immigration guidance and support through our network of international associates and our highly trained in-house team with decades of visa consulting experience, helping you lawfully navigate every step of the process.
For more information about the EB-5 Investor Visa, email web@abhinav.com and one of our experienced immigration consultants will get in touch to help with your questions, or call +91-8595338595 or use our live chat.
