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United States Green Card by Investment Program

The EB-5 program grants investors and their families US permanent residence (Green Cards) in return for making a substantial, job-creating investment. The U.S. EB-5 Visa delivers residency in one of the world’s largest economies, with access to healthcare, education, and citizenship pathways.

Residence by Investment Framework

The US Green Card by Investment (US residence by investment) , formally known as the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, offers foreign investors a pathway to permanent residence in the United States. Applicants qualify by investing in commercial enterprises that create jobs for US workers. Investments can be made directly into a new business or through government-approved regional centers.

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Investment Requirement

Minimum qualifying contribution: USD 800,000

Core Advantage

Permanent Residence and Green Card for the investor and immediate family , Freedom of Settlement and Right to live, work, or study anywhere in the US , Eligibility for US healthcare services and insurance options , Business Opportunities , Family Security and Long-term residence and career prospects for children in the US , : Access to the US public education system and in-state tuition at many universities , Eligibility to apply for U.S. citizenship after five years of lawful permanent residence.

Discover the U.S. Residence by Investment Program

The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program grants permanent residence to foreign investors who fund job-creating U.S. enterprises. Qualifying investments are USD 1,050,000 for standard areas or USD 800,000 for Targeted Employment Areas. The result is a Green Card for you, your spouse, and unmarried children under 21.

We make sure your investment, proof of funds, and filings meet program rules so the process stays simple, secure, and transparent.

  • Direct investment or regional center route
  • Creation or preservation of 10 full-time U.S. jobs
  • Two-year conditional Green Card, then permanent status

Complete Guidance for Your U.S. Green Card by Investment Journey

You get end-to-end support that covers screening, project selection, filings, and post-approval steps.

Our experts ensure each stage is evidence-ready and tracked to deadlines.

  • Feasibility check and risk review
  • Source-of-funds analysis and document mapping
  • Regional center and project shortlist with job creation model
  • I-526E preparation and filing
  • Consular processing or status adjustment strategy
  • I-829 removal of conditions planning
  • Education, tax, and relocation coordination with trusted partners

USA Residence by Investment and U.S. Green Card

USA Residence by Investment refers to the immigration route that allows foreign nationals to obtain U.S. residence by making a qualified investment under the EB-5 program. The U.S. Green Card is the legal document (permanent resident card) that you receive after your application is approved.

USA Residence by Investment (EB-5 Program)

  • This is the pathway or program created by U.S. law.
  • Requires a qualifying investment (USD 1,050,000 or USD 800,000 in TEA projects).
  • Must create at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers.
  • Applications go through USCIS review.

U.S. Green Card

  • This is the status and card you receive once your EB-5 application is approved.
  • It allows you and your family to live, work, and study anywhere in the U.S.
  • Initially issued as a two-year conditional Green Card , then converted into a permanent 10-year card after proving jobs and sustained investment.

How the Process Works Step by Step

  1. Investment Choice : Select direct business or regional center project.
  2. File I-526E Petition: Submit proof of funds and job creation plan.
  3. Receive Conditional Green Card : Valid for 2 years after approval.
  4. Job Creation Proof : After 2 years, file I-829 to show jobs created/maintained.
  5. Permanent Green Card : Conditions removed, valid for 10 years and renewable.
  6. U.S. Citizenship : Eligible after 5 years of permanent residence if all requirements are met.

Advantages of U.S. Residence by Investment

EB-5 offers family security and nationwide freedom to live, work, and study.

  • Permanent residence for you and your family
  • Work or start a business anywhere in the U.S.
  • Access to schools and universities
  • Flexible presence rules compared with work visas
  • Path to citizenship after five years of permanent residence
  • No language test or business experience requirement

We make sure you understand both mobility and settlement benefits before you invest.

Eligibility Criteria for U.S. Residence by Investment

You must meet investment, jobs, and compliance standards.

  • Invest USD 1,050,000, or USD 800,000 in a TEA project
  • Prove legal source and path of funds
  • Invest at risk in a new commercial enterprise
  • Create or preserve 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers
  • Pass medical and security checks
  • Maintain admissibility and good immigration history

Step-by-Step Guide to Applying for U.S. Residence by Investment

This is the standard path from investment to citizenship.

We guide every filing and keep your case file audit-ready.

  • Choose direct or regional center investment and perform due diligence
  • Prepare source-of-funds package and transfer capital per escrow terms
  • File Form I-526E with full exhibits
  • Complete consular processing with DS-260, or file I-485 if in the U.S.
  • Receive a two-year conditional Green Card
  • Track job creation and sustain the investment during the period
  • File Form I-829 to remove conditions with project and jobs evidence
  • Receive a 10-year Green Card, then renew as needed
  • Apply for citizenship after five years of permanent residence if eligible

USA Residence by Investment and U.S. Green Card procedure explained step by step in detailed

This version adds practical checkpoints and documents.
We make sure each milestone is documented and on time.

Pre-screening

  • Passport scans, visas, prior U.S. entries
  • Basic funds summary and tax residency profile

Project diligence

  • Offering documents, job model, TEA status, escrow terms
  • Return mechanics and exit timeline

Funds compliance

  • Bank statements, sale contracts, gifts or loans with proofs
  • Currency transfer records and source affidavits

Filing

  • Form I-526E with corporate, economic, and banking exhibits
  • Biometrics and any Requests for Evidence answered fast

Immigrant visa or adjustment

  • DS-260 at a consulate, or I-485 if eligible in the U.S.
  • Work and travel authorization during I-485 pending where applicable

Conditional residence period

  • Keep address updated
  • Keep investment in place and monitor job counts

Removal of conditions

  • Form I-829 with payroll, taxes, construction records, or economic reports
  • Receive permanent Green Card after approval

Naturalization plan

  • Track physical presence days and tax filings
  • File N-400 for citizenship when eligible

Why choose us?

You get a focused team that aligns investment choice with immigration results.

We make sure every document and transfer stands up to review.

  • Project shortlist matched to your risk profile
  • Source-of-funds audit trail built from day one
  • Escrow and capital movement tracking
  • Deadline reminders and RFE response kits
  • Education and relocation support for families
  • Clear reporting at each milestone

U.S. Residence by Investment FAQs | Questions and answers

USD 1,050,000 for standard projects. USD 800,000 for TEA projects in rural or high-unemployment areas.

We confirm TEA status and current thresholds before you commit funds.

Spouse and unmarried children under 21 at the time of filing.

We make sure ages and civil status are documented correctly.

Regional center investors do not manage daily operations. Direct investors take an active role consistent with the plan.

At least 10 full-time jobs for qualifying U.S. workers per investor.

Timelines vary by case and workload. Many investors receive conditional residence after I-526E approval and visa processing or adjustment.

At the end of the two-year conditional period, with Form I-829 and proof of jobs and sustained investment.

Yes. EB-5 Green Card holders can live, work, or study in any state.

Yes. After five years of permanent residence, you can apply for naturalization if you meet presence and eligibility rules.

The United States Residence by Investment Program, formally known as the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, provides a direct pathway to a U.S. Green Card for investors and their families. Established by Congress in 1990, it was designed to stimulate the U.S. economy through job creation and capital investment by foreign nationals. Applicants can gain permanent residence for themselves, their spouse, and unmarried children under 21.

We make sure every application is structured to meet the program’s financial, legal, and job-creation requirements so the process stays simple, secure, and transparent.

To qualify, applicants must make a job-creating investment in a U.S. commercial enterprise.

  • USD 1,050,000: Standard minimum investment.
  • USD 800,000 : Reduced minimum for projects in Targeted Employment Areas (TEAs) , which are rural or high-unemployment zones.
  • Direct Investment: The investor actively manages or oversees the enterprise.
  • Regional Center Investment: Funds are pooled into USCIS-approved projects, often large-scale developments.

We guide applicants on selecting the right investment option to balance eligibility, risk, and long-term goals.

The EB-5 program combines permanent residence rights with strong business and lifestyle opportunities.

  • Green Card for investor, spouse, and children under 21.
  • Freedom to live, work, and study anywhere in the U.S.
  • Access to world-class healthcare and education.
  • No language, education, or business management experience required.
  • Path to U.S. citizenship after 5 years of permanent residence.

The process takes time but follows a clear structure.

  • I-526E Petition : Initial application, typically 6 to 12 months for review.
  • Conditional Green Card : Issued upon approval, valid for 2 years.
  • I-829 Petition: Filed at the end of the 2 years to remove conditions.
  • Permanent Green Card: Granted if job creation and investment requirements are met.

We track each filing stage and ensure supporting evidence is ready to minimize delays.

Immediate family can be included under the same investment.

  • Eligible dependants: spouse and unmarried children under 21.
  • Family members enjoy the same permanent residence rights as the main applicant.
  • No additional financial investment is required for dependants.

We make sure all family applications are filed together to ensure consistency.

EB-5 Green Card holders must comply with standard U.S. residence requirements.

  • Must maintain residence in the U.S. to keep Green Card valid.
  • Absences longer than 6 months can raise questions about residency.
  • For citizenship, applicants must be physically present in the U.S. for at least 30 months out of 5 years.

Applicants must provide both personal and financial documents.

  • Valid passport and identification documents.
  • Proof of legal source and path of investment funds.
  • Business plan and project documents (direct or regional center).
  • Certified police clearance and court records if applicable.
  • Medical examination and vaccination records.
  • Family documentation for dependants (marriage and birth certificates).

We review and assemble all evidence into a compliant application package.

The EB-5 follows a two-stage application process leading to permanent residence.

  1. Select Investment : Choose between direct enterprise or regional center project.
  2. File I-526E Petition : Submit investment details, proof of funds, and job creation plan.
  3. Receive Conditional Green Card : Valid for 2 years, allows full residence in the U.S.
  4. File I-829 Petition : At the end of 2 years, prove jobs were created and funds remained invested.
  5. Obtain Permanent Green Card : Conditions removed, card valid for 10 years and renewable.
  6. Apply for Citizenship : After 5 years of permanent residence, if presence and eligibility rules are met.

We manage each step from investment planning to final citizenship, ensuring compliance and smooth progression.