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EB-5 Investor Visas

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The EB-5 visa is a United States visa that allows foreign nationals to obtain a green card if they invest in a United States business that will create or preserve at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers.

Our Houston EB-5 attorney can help you navigate the requirements of the program and prepare the necessary documentation. We have more than a decade of experience with this visa and can guide you through the application process to help you achieve your goal of obtaining a green card.

If you are interested in learning more, call (832) 981-2170 or contact us online today to speak with an EB-5 investor visa lawyer.

Who Is Eligible for an EB-5 Visa?

An EB-5 visa can be sought by foreign investors who are willing to invest in a new commercial enterprise in the United States. The investment must be at least $1 million and must create or preserve at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers.

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will review your application to determine if you qualify for the EB-5 visa. One of the requirements is that the investment must be made in a new commercial enterprise. An enterprise is considered new if it has been lawfully organized for less than 5 years.

The EB-5 visa is a permanent resident visa, meaning that it leads to a green card and eventual citizenship. When the EB-5 visa recipient has received their green card, they and their family members can live and work in the United States without any restrictions. The EB-5 visa is also known as a "conditional" green card because it is initially granted on a conditional basis. The condition is that the investor must invest in a new commercial enterprise that will create at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers. Once the investment has been made, the investor must wait at least 2 years before applying for their green card.

The EB-5 visa is valid for a period of 10 years and can be renewed indefinitely. Once the investor has received their green card, they can apply to have the conditions removed and receive a permanent green card. If the EB-5 investor invested in a new commercial enterprise in a Targeted Employment Area (TEA), the investor can apply for their green card sooner. A TEA is an area that has an unemployment rate that is at least 150% of the national average or is in a rural area with at least 10% unemployment. If the EB-5 investor invests in a TEA, the investor can apply for their green card after only 2 years instead of the normal 2-year wait period.

What Is a Targeted Employment Area (TEA)?

A Targeted Employment Area (TEA) is an area that has an unemployment rate that is at least 150% of the national average or is in a rural area with at least 10% unemployment. If the EB-5 investor invests in a TEA, the investor can apply for their green card sooner. The EB-5 investor must prove that the investment will be made in a TEA. The investor can do this by including a copy of the USCIS certification in their application.

If the EB-5 investor does not have a copy of the USCIS certification, the investor can still prove that the investment will be made in a TEA by including a sworn affidavit from the USCIS certifying that the area is a TEA. If the EB-5 investor does not have either of these, the investor can still prove that the investment will be made in a TEA by including a sworn affidavit from the investor's financial institution certifying that the area is a TEA.

An EB-5 visa is not the only way that an investor can get a green card. There are other types of visas available, such as the family-based visa and the employment-based visa. If you are interested in learning more about how you can get a green card, our EB-5 lawyer can help you.

How Does the EB-5 Visa Work?

An EB-5 investor must make the investment through a new commercial enterprise that will be established by the investor. The EB-5 investor must also create or preserve at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers.

The EB-5 investor must then file the application with the USCIS. The USCIS will review the application and determine if the investor qualifies for the EB-5 visa. If the investor does not qualify, the USCIS will issue a Request for Evidence (RFE). The EB-5 investor will then need to provide the additional evidence requested

Contact Our Houston EB-5 Visa Lawyers

Looking to invest and immigrate to the U.S. with an EB-5 Investor Visa? The Law Office of Mana Yegan has the expertise to navigate the complex process. We'll assist you from start to finish, ensuring compliance and maximizing your chances of success. Invest in your future with confidence, and let us help you achieve your American dream. Contact us now for a consultation.

Call at (832) 981-2170 to speak with our Houston EB-5 lawyer in Houston, TX.

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