EB-5 Investors
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EB-5 Visa
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The EB-5 Visa, also known as the “Immigrant Investor” visa, allows non-US investors (and their eligible relatives) to apply for permanent residence by investing in a commercial enterprise in the United States.
EB-5 visa holders can invest in any of the following:
- sole proprietorship
- partnership (limited or general)
- holding company
- joint venture
- corporation
- business trust
- other entity, either privately or publicly owned
Minimum Investment Amounts
On March 10, 2022, Congress approved the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022, reauthorizing the EB-5 Regional Center Program until September 30, 2027. The reauthorization also adjusted the minimum investment amounts to be as follows:
- Targeted Employment Area (TEA) investments: $800,000
- Standard EB-5 investments: $1,050,000
TEA Investments
What Is a Targeted Employment Area (TEA)?
A Targeted Employment Area is an area that meets these criteria:
- a rural area with high unemployment
- fewer than 20,000 population
- unemployment rate should at least be 150% of the national average
What are the Advantages of Investing in TEAs?
- smaller investment capital needed
- investors may establish indirect job creation because principally doing business applies to the job-creating entity, not the new commercial enterprise.
If you have clarifications regarding any of these matters, do not hesitate to get in touch. One of our lawyers can happily answer your questions and attend to your concerns in a consultation.
Non-TEA Investments
What are Non-TEA Investments?
Also called standard investments, these investments are not restricted to targeted areas of employment. By choosing this type, investors can freely choose the location and industry for their business.
What Are the Advantages of Standard Investments?
- complete control over your business
- Your choice inthe type of industry
- Your choice inthe location
- Your choice in your employees
Do you wish to learn more about Non-TEA investments? Our EB-5 investment lawyers can provide you with a comprehensive explanation. Feel free to set a consultation with us.
Work with an experienced and reliable business immigration law firm to make the most out of your investment. ALG Lawyers can help smooth out technical issues and guide you through a hassle-free transition into conducting business in the United States.
Frequently Asked Questions About EB-5 Investors and Immigration Law
Please schedule a consultation with one of our Los Angeles immigration lawyers. As experts in both corporate and immigration law, we can offer guided and accurate answers to your business and legal questions. Our goal is to assist you in optimizing your investment and smoothly transitioning into the United States as a permanent resident.
No, you can invest from your home country. After your application is approved, you may later enter the US as a permanent resident. If you are already in the US, you can invest and process your green card without the need of returning to your home country.
Yes. You and your immediate family members may apply for US citizenship a few years after receiving your green card.
Yes. You and your immediate family members may apply for US citizenship a few years after receiving your green card.
Today is the beginning of your success story! ALG Lawyers is here to support you through any investment and immigration-related difficulties. Speak with one of our immigration lawyers so we can begin assessing your case. Give us a call at 877-411-1254 or 213-384-3300. You may also set an appointment on our Consultation page.
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