EB-5 Visas
Experienced Immigration Lawyers at Gunderson Law Group, P.C.
Many people throughout the world are looking for opportunities to invest their assets in the U.S. economy. Those willing to invest at least $1.8 million (or in some cases $900,000) in a new commercial enterprise may qualify for an EB-5 visa if they can show that their investment will create at least 10 new jobs. The EB-5 visa allows the investor and his or her family to travel to the United States and remain there permanently. This “lawful permanent resident” status is commonly referred to as a “green card” and can also lead to U.S. citizenship.
Generally, an investor must invest at least $1.8 million in order to qualify for an EB-5 visa. If the investment is made in a geographical area known as a TEA (a targeted employment area), then an investment of $900,000 may be sufficient. Targeted employment areas are areas that generally have very high unemployment rates.
Any investor seeking an EB-5 visa should work with an experienced immigration attorney to ensure that the visa petition is submitted with all the appropriate accompanying documentation. This will include documentation of the source of the invested funds; demonstrating that the funds were obtained lawfully. It will also include specific information about the business investment, including how the investment will lead to the creation of at least 10 new jobs. The government agency that adjudicates EB-5 petitions (USCIS) will reject any petition that is not properly documented.
The EB-5 Process Overview
The process for obtaining an EB-5 visa is complex and time consuming, but by working with an experienced law firm, investors can maximize the likelihood that their first petition will be approved and that they will eventually qualify for unconditional permanent resident status.
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If you are interested in obtaining an investor visa in the United States, you should contact an experienced immigration attorney. The immigration attorneys at the Gunderson Law Group, P.C. are experienced in these matters and can help answer any questions you might have.
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