The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, established by the U.S. Congress under the Immigration Act of 1990, provides foreign entrepreneurs with a streamlined pathway to permanent residency in the United States. By making a qualifying investment in an American commercial enterprise, eligible individuals can secure Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) status, granting them the right to live and work in the U.S.A.

To encourage greater participation, the Immigrant Investor Pilot Program was introduced in 1993. This initiative, which emphasizes regional economic development, operates under regulations such as 8 CFR 204.6 and 8 CFR 216.6. Each year, up to 10,000 visas are allocated to the program under Section 203(b)(5) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA).

The EB-5 program not only offers a fast track to a green card but also helps stimulate the U.S. economy through job creation. It provides residency benefits to investors and their families, allowing them to settle in any state, including popular destinations like Texas and Florida. This makes it an attractive option for individuals seeking both economic opportunities and a high quality of life.

Eligibility For The EB-5 Program

Through the EB-5 Program, investors can secure lawful permanent residency (Green Card) for themselves, their spouses, and their unmarried children under 21 by investing in a U.S. commercial enterprise. This investment must create or maintain at least 10 permanent, full-time jobs for qualified U.S. workers.

The main applicant must be:

• Be 18+ years of age
• Be in good health.
• Possess no criminal record

Processing Time: 

Applications take between 9–15 months.

Benefits of USA EB-5 program

• Visa free travel to over 180 countries.
• Excellent route to gaining permanent resident status (Green Card by investment).
• Access to top-tier schools and universities nationwide, with post-graduation employment opportunities equal to US citizens or permanent residents.
• Sponsor anyone as employees to work in their E-2 business.
• Option to apply for US E-2 visa which can be issued within six months.
• Ability to include a spouse and children who are under 21 years old and not married.
• Minimal application requirements, with no business experience or specific language proficiency needed.
• Flexible physical presence requirements.
• Citizenship possible after five years of legal residence in the USA.
• Social Security benefits after working and paying the required taxes for a designated period.
• Eligible for Medicare upon reaching the required age, provided applicants have worked in the US long enough.