EB-5 Visa at a Glance
A fast overview of the investment requirements and benefits of the U.S. EB-5 Investor Program.
Investment Amount
$800,000 in a Targeted Employment Area (TEA)
$1.05M in a non-TEA project
Job Creation Rule
Your investment must create 10+ full-time U.S. jobs (direct or indirect depending on the program).
Two Investment Models
Direct EB-5 (manage your own business)
Regional Center EB-5 (passive investment option)
Family Green Cards
Spouse and children (under 21) included in the same petition.
Why Choose the EB-5 Visa?
A powerful investment program that unlocks long-term opportunities for Indian families and investors in the United States.
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Direct Path to U.S. Green Card
Secure permanent residency for yourself, your spouse, and your children under 21 through a single qualifying investment.
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Education & Lifestyle Benefits
Access top-tier U.S. universities, a high standard of living, world-class healthcare, and future career opportunities for your children.
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Flexible Investment Options
Choose between managing your own business (Direct EB-5) or investing passively in a USCIS-approved project (Regional Center Program).
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Family Included in One Petition
Your spouse can work freely in the U.S., and your children can study without needing separate visas.
Your EB-5 Journey in 5 Simple Steps
A clear, guided process to help you move from investment to U.S. residency with confidence.
Initial Consultation & Goal Mapping
Understand your investment capacity, family goals, and preferred EB-5 pathway (Direct or Regional Center).
Eligibility Check & Source of Funds Review
We analyze your financial documents, bank trails, asset records, and ensure lawful source of funds (a key USCIS requirement).
Investment Selection & Due Diligence
We help you shortlist suitable projects, review job-creation models, risk factors, and overall compliance.
Petition Preparation & Filing (Form I-526E)
We prepare all supporting documents and have the petition attorney-reviewed before filing with USCIS.
Approval, Conditional Green Card & U.S. Entry
Upon approval, you receive a Conditional Green Card for 2 years, followed by an I-829 filing to obtain Permanent Residency.
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers to the most common questions asked by EB-5 investors from India.
The required investment is $800,000 in a TEA (Targeted Employment Area) or $1.05 million in a non-TEA project.
Yes. Your spouse and unmarried children under 21 are included in the same EB-5 petition and receive the same residency benefits.
No. While EB-5 provides a strong pathway, approval depends on:
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lawful source of funds
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job creation
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project compliance
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USCIS review
We help reduce risks through complete documentation and due diligence support.
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Direct EB-5 → You manage your own business and create direct jobs.
Regional Center → Passive investment; indirect job creation counts through the project’s economic impact.Yes. Loans and gifts are allowed if you can prove:
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the funds came from a lawful source, and
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proper documentation exists for the transfer.
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Timelines vary, but typically:
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I-526E approval: 18–24 months
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Conditional Green Card: after approval
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Permanent Residency (I-829): after 2 years of maintaining conditions
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No. EB-5 investors can live anywhere in the United States, regardless of where the project is located.
Regional Centers provide:
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passive investment
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indirect job creation
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structured project oversight
However, safety depends on the specific project — due diligence is essential.
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Once your I-829 petition is approved, you may exit the project as per the investment agreement terms.
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