US EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program

US Immigration by Investment: Gateway to America EB-5

Are you an investor looking for channels to bring your family to the USA through a Green Card? The US EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program is one of the easiest channels! It was established in 1990 to attract foreign investors to invest in American venture capital and to assist its investors in gaining immigration facilities directly. But for those who want a future in the United States, the EB-5 visa program is fast and relatively easy to apply.

What is the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program?

Many foreign investors around the world want to get Green Cards and become citizens of the United States. The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program is one of the gates through which the United States government opens up to give foreign investors an opportunity to invest in the American economy! That means the program requires the investor to commit substantial capital into creating or sustaining full employment equivalent for at least ten U.S. citizens in a U.S. business.

This program is particularly interesting for investors since it makes it possible to obtain Green Cards without having an employer or relatives in the United States.

Why Choose the EB-5 Visa Program?

• Permanent Residency for the Family: Green Card thus expatriates investors and their families, spouses, and unmarried children under 21 years as permanent residents in the United States.
• Freedom of Choice: Green Card holders possess many rights of Americans because they possess the rights to reside, work and study in any of the States of America.
• Access to World-Class Education: Children of the investors get to pay low fees for learning at the university level in public universities and are get to be admitted to prestigious schools.
• No Sponsorship Required: Different from other forms of visas for work, the EB-5 program does not require an individual to seek employment or to have a relative sponsor him or her.
• Path to Citizenship: The United States requires all those who wish to become citizens to first apply for a green card, after being a permanent resident and investing in that country for five years in a row.

Eligibility Requirements and Advantages of EB 5 Program

1. Investment Amount:

• Put your money into a minimum capital in a business enterprise in the United States of America.
• Funds that go into a Targeted Employment Area (TEA), preferably rural or a high unemployment area, may attract a lower investment limit.

2. Job Creation:

• The investment has to generate or maintain ten or more full-time work opportunities for qualified American employees within a period of two years.

3. Lawful Source of Funds:

• Applicants must demonstrate that their investment funds were obtained legally.

4. Active Role in Business:

• While investors are not required to manage daily operations, they must have a policy or managerial role.

5. Background Checks:

• Investors must pass security checks, including a criminal background investigation.

Requirements

• Net Worth Requirement: US $ 1,000,000;
• Investment: US $ 800,000
• Fiancing Option: None
• Citizenship Requirement: Physical residency of 2.5 years out of 5 years
• Processing Time: 30 - 36 months
• Visa Free Travel: 185 Countries

Advantages:

• Source of funds of US$ 800,000 of the applicant must be proven (standard checklist);
• No requirement for Age, Business Experience, Education and Language;
• Children may attend college/university at U.S resident costs;
• No backlog for the EB-5 Visa Investor category.
• Upon approval, a Conditional Green card is issued for a period of 2 years;
• Conditional Green card is converted to a permanent Green card within 2 years in Permanent Residency for Applicant, Spouse and children under 21 (Permanent Green Card);
• Applicant can become a U.S Citizen after 5 years of being a green card holder.

Application Process of US Immigration and Citizenship

1. Initial Consultation

Start by consulting with ILCB, US Immigration Lawyer, to assess your eligibility and understand program requirements.

2. Selecting an Investment Project

Choose a qualifying U.S. business or Regional Center to invest in. Regional Centers are government-designated entities that simplify the job creation requirement by pooling investments.

3. Filing the I-526 Petition

File Form I-526 to prove that your investment is qualifying for the program. This must be well documented to be effective and is one of the most important steps for your application.

4. Conditional Green Card Approval

After approval of the I-526 petition, one must apply for a Green Card based on a temporary two-year permit. This enables you and your family to reside and participate in income-generating activities in the US as your investment creates the necessary employment.

5. Removing Conditions

If the visa petition is approved after two years, File I-829 demonstrates the job creation obligation. This petition’s approval awards you and your family members legal permanent resident status in the United States.

6. Path to Citizenship

A person can choose to become a permanent resident for five years, then he or she can apply for American citizenship, and that will be it.

Why Investors Choose the EB-5 Visa Program

• Global Mobility: US permanent residency is one of the best opportunities in the entire world as it provides business, travel and personal success.
• Stability and Security: The U.S. has a stable economy and its healthcare sector is well-developed besides enjoying a good standard of living.
• Educational Opportunities: Education holds a significant place for every family, and they are responsible for the survival of their children with the best education facilities available in the U.S.

How ILCB Can Assist You

ILCB is a professional immigration consultancy firm specializing in the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program.

Comprehensive Services:

• Eligibility Assessment: We assess your financial and personal status in a bid to establish your eligibility for the program.
• Project Selection Assistance: ILCB helps you choose a suitable investment project or Regional Center that is aligned with your goals.
• Document Preparation: Our team ensures your documents are done to meet the US citizenship and immigration services standards.
• Legal Representation: You are represented by seasoned immigration lawyers wherein benefit from expert legal advice during the process.
• Post-Immigration Support: Once you have moved here we also continue to assist you in how to survive and live a fulfilling life in the new environment.

Advantages of Choosing ILCB

Here’s why we’re the preferred choice for investors:

• Expertise in U.S. Immigration: We have worked for many years and our firm is experienced in EB-5 visa applications and other American visas.
• Tailored Solutions: All the services are individualized according to the client’s situation and goals or expected outcomes.
• End-to-End Support: The whole process is guided by our lawyers from early consultation through immigration services to post-immigration services.
• Global Presence: The firm is located in Dhaka and Toronto enabling us to work for clients globally due to ease of communication and coordination.

Step-by-Step Process of EB 5 immigrant visa​

Step 1: The Immigrant investor will answer the qualification questionnaire and complete the signature booklet and summit all documents for application.

Step 2: Regional Center will qualify Immigrant investor's eligibility, and once accepted, the Client is promoted to a “Conditional Candidate Partner”.

Step 3: Once approved by Regional Center, the Client will be required to transfer US$ 888,675 (limited partnership subscription-US$ 800,000, Administrative fee US$ 85,000 & USCIS Filing fee US$ 3,675). US$ 800,000 will be deposited into Regional Center Escrow Fund Account in a US approved Bank. The Client will then be required to sign the Subscription and Partnership Agreements, a Subscription Questionnaire and other required documents.

Step 4: Regional Center will then assign the Client to our legal counsel, a highly experienced US Immigration Lawyer that will prepare and file the Form I-526 “Immigration Petition by Alien Entrepreneur” package to be submitted to the USCIS.

Step 5: Once the I-526 Petition is approved by the USCIS (after 4 to 10 months), the Client’s status is upgraded and they send the dossier to the US Embassy in the Client’s country of origin for the request for Immigrant Visa Interview. Rarely, if the I-526 petition is denied by the USCIS, the Client’s Full Capital (US$ 800,000) will be refunded.

Step 6: Once the interview process is completed and positive approval is received, the US Embassy issues the Client’s Immigrant Visa (and his or her family members); therefore, allowing them entrance into the United States to receive their conditional Green Cards (valid for 2 years).

Once completed, the Client and his family members are free to live anywhere in the U.S.A.

Step 7: Twenty-one (21) months after I-526 approval, Regional Center Immigration Counsel will file the “Petition to Remove Conditional Status” Form I-829 with the USCIS, seeking Permanent Resident status (Permanent Green Card) for the Client and his family.

Step 8: After 5 years of being vested as a limited partner in the partnership, and after having held permanent resident (Green Card) status for that same period, the Client and his family may apply for US citizenship. Also, once completed, the Client’s EB-5 investment Capital of $800,000 USD will be refunded.

Processing Fees:

• Govt. Processing Fee: US $ 1,600;
• Visa fee bill after approval US $ 345 each family member;
• Green Card fee US $ 220 each family member;

Trusted US Immigration with ILCB

The US EB 5 Immigrant Investor Program is still a good option for investors planning to live in the United States permanently. Combined with the program’s goal to provide work visa holders with straightforward access to Green Cards, family sponsorship, and a chance to work in the world’s best companies, the opportunity this program presents is truly life-changing.

Mr. Sudhir Saha of ILCB is an Authorized Referral Partner of Florida Overseas Investment Centre's EB - 5 Immigration Investor Program.

When you choose ILCB as your partner, your trip is handled perfectly with minimal stress. We want to be your partner in starting your new beginning in the United States today!