USA EB-5
The US EB-5 program offers an immigration route through qualifying investment and job creation.
Explore the programUSA EB-5 - ResidencyProgram overview
The US EB-5 program offers an immigration route through qualifying investment and job creation.
- Minimum investment
- US$800,000 for qualifying targeted areas or infrastructure projects
- Investment routes
- Direct investment ยท Regional center investment
Review the official program criteria for current requirements and fees.
Check the official program detailsUSA EB-5 - ResidencyLegal framework
The EB-5 immigrant investor category requires a qualifying investment in a new commercial enterprise and the creation of at least ten qualifying full-time jobs. The standard investment amount is US$1,050,000.
USA EB-5 - ResidencyProgram benefits
Path to permanent residence
Eligible investors may obtain conditional permanent residence and later petition to remove conditions.
Eligible family
A spouse and unmarried children under 21 may qualify as derivatives, subject to immigration rules.
USA EB-5 - ResidencyApplication process
Review the investment and job plan
Confirm the investment threshold, project eligibility and how qualifying jobs will be documented.
File the investor petition
Submit the applicable direct or regional center petition with evidence of the investment and lawful funds.
Obtain residence and remove conditions
When eligible, pursue an immigrant visa or adjustment of status, then file to remove conditions within the applicable filing window.
USA EB-5 - ResidencyEligibility requirements
Capital and lawful source
Show that the qualifying capital was lawfully obtained and committed to the investment.
Job creation
The investment must support the required qualifying full-time jobs.
Required documents
Investor petition evidence
- Identity and civil records
- Lawful source and path of funds evidence
- Investment and enterprise records
- Business plan and job creation evidence
USA EB-5 - ResidencyFrequently asked questions
Does the lower amount apply to every investment?
The US$800,000 threshold applies to qualifying targeted employment area or infrastructure investments. Other investments generally use the standard threshold.