Research immigration attorneys
Then decide with whom to work. Year Zero
Engage a broker dealer
Make sure the broker dealers have eligible EB-5 projects before deciding to work with them. Year Zero
Evaluate projects
Read brochures, Private Placement memorandums, and all other supporting documents. Year Zero
Pick a project!
This should be an EB-5 eligible investment project sponsored by a particular Regional Center. Year Zero
Complete Investor Questionnaire
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Compile source of funds documentation with attorney
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Complete Subscription Agreement
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Transfer funds to the Escrow Account of the project
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Attorney files the EB-5 petition package (Form I-526) with USCIS
Stage 1 complete! Estimated wait time for approval of I-526 is 14-16 months. Fee: $3,675 Year Zero
Receive I-526 Petition approval!
16 months
Time to file more forms
If you are in the United States with a nonimmigrant visa, then file Form I-485 (Adjustment of Status). If you are overseas, file Form DS-260 at the National Visa Center and then attend interview at local US Consulate. Fee: $1,140
Wait for approval
For those in the United States, this means a 4-12 month waiting period for approval of I-485. For those overseas, awaiting an interview and receipt of EB-5 Visa could be a 6-12 month waiting period. 24 months
Receive two-year conditional green card
Start counting five years to be eligible to apply for full US citizenship. Stage 2 complete! 24 months
Reside in the U.S. for two years as a temporary resident
Not to mention you now have full rights to live and work
Attorney files I-829 Petition with USCIS to remove conditional resident status 90 days before the two year period ends. Fee: $3,750
45 months
Receive I-829 Petition approval & permanent green card
Congratulations! 54 months
Investors’ principal and return, if any, determined and distributed pursuant to the Limited Partnership Agreement.
Stage 3 complete! 60 Months