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How many jobs must be created by the EB-5 investment?
An EB-5 investment must create or preserve at least 10 full-time jobs for qualifying U.S. workers within two years of the immigrant investor’s admission to the United States as a Conditional Permanent Resident.
What is the name of the form that must be filed to begin the EB-5 visa application process?
To begin the EB-5 visa application process, an applicant must file Form I-526, Immigrant Petition by Alien Investor with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
Define a 'Targeted Employment Area' in the context of the EB-5 visa program.
A Targeted Employment Area (TEA) is either a rural area or an area that has experienced unemployment at a rate of at least 150% of the national average. Investments in TEAs qualify for a reduced EB-5 investment threshold.
What is the minimum investment amount required for an EB-5 visa applicant?
The standard minimum investment amount for an EB-5 visa is 500,000 if the investment is made in a targeted employment area (TEA), which is either rural or has high unemployment.
Can EB-5 investors bring their family members under the same visa application?
Yes, EB-5 investors may include their spouse and any unmarried children under the age of 21 in their visa application, allowing them to also obtain conditional permanent residency.
What is the purpose of the EB-5 visa?
The EB-5 visa provides a method for eligible Immigrant Investors to become lawful permanent residents — that is, green card holders — of the United States by investing a significant amount of money in projects that will create or preserve at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers.
What are the two types of EB-5 investments available?
EB-5 applicants can choose to invest directly in a new commercial enterprise or through a Regional Center. Direct investment requires an active role in the management, whereas Regional Center investments can be more passive.
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