United States EB-5 Investor Visa
Permanent Residency Through Investment
The EB-5 Investor Visa is a US government-backed immigration programme that allows foreign investors and their families to obtain permanent residence (Green Card) in the United States of America through a qualifying investment that creates jobs for US workers.
This programme is designed for investors seeking long-term settlement, education access, and business flexibility in the United States.
Investment Requirements
To qualify for EB-5, applicants must:
Qualifying Investment
Location-Dependent
Make a qualifying investment in a US business or approved project. Meet the minimum investment threshold (amount depends on project location).
Lawfully Sourced Capital
At Risk
Ensure capital is lawfully sourced and at risk.
Job Creation
10 Full-Time Jobs
Support the creation of at least 10 full-time US jobs.
Most investors participate through USCIS-approved regional centre projects, which are structured to meet job-creation requirements.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
Be non-US nationals
Demonstrate lawful source of funds
Complete the qualifying investment
Have a clean criminal and immigration record
Application Process
Processing timelines vary depending on investor nationality and project type.
Investment Selection
Investment selection and due diligence.
EB-5 Petition
Filing of EB-5 petition.
Conditional Green Card
Conditional Green Card issuance.
Job Creation
Fulfilment of job creation requirements.
Permanent Green Card
Removal of conditions and permanent Green Card approval.
Key Benefits of the EB-5 Investor Visa
US Permanent Resident
US Permanent Resident (Green Card) for the investor.
Family Inclusion
Family inclusion: spouse and unmarried children under 21.
Freedom to Live and Work
Freedom to live, work, and study anywhere in the US.
No Language Requirement
No language, education, or management experience requirement.
No Business Operation
No requirement to actively run a business.
Path to Citizenship
Eligibility to apply for US citizenship after meeting residency conditions.
How Residency Partners Supports You
Residency Partners provides independent, strategy-led EB-5 advisory, working alongside licensed US immigration attorneys and approved project sponsors.
EB-5 suitability assessment
Project evaluation and coordination
Application process management
Ongoing support through conditional and permanent stages
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Frequently Asked Questions
US EB-5 Investor Visa
Explore US Residency With Confidence
If permanent residence in the United States is part of your long-term global strategy, our advisors can help you assess whether the EB-5 Investor Visa aligns with your financial profile and family goals.
Request a confidential consultation to begin your assessment.