BROCHURE INVESTMENT IN A COMMERCIAL ENTERPRISE IN THE US
The Capital Investment must real, personal, or mixed tangible assets owned and controlled by the immigrant investor. All capital will be valued at fair-market value in U.S. dollars.
The EB-5 Program enables investors, along with their spouses and unmarried children under 21, to apply for lawful permanent residence (Green Card) by making a required investment in a commercial enterprise in the United States or Intend to create or preserve 10 permanent full-time jobs for qualified U.S. workers.
Citizenship Invest stands as a pioneer advisory firm specializing in investor programs for obtaining residency or citizenship in multiple countries
across the globe. With a wealth of experience and accredited by various governments, the firm boasts the highest success rates in EB5 Visa acquisition.
Unlike other immigrant visa options, the EB-5 visa does not require a U.S. employer to act as a sponsor.
Flexible Residency
The EB-5 visa provides a path to permanent residency and, eventually, U.S. citizenship for the investor, their spouse, and unmarried children under 21.
Eligibility for various social benefits, including Social Security, Medicare, and unemployment insurance
Education Benefits
Investors and their families have access to public elementary, middle, and high schools, as well as lower-cost in-state tuition at public colleges and universities.
EB-5 Investors can travel using their green card to several countries including Canada and Mexico.
EB5 Visa holders can stay up to 6 months outside the U.S in a single trip.
The ability to open local bank accounts and obtain an international driver's license.
All EB-5 investors must invest in a new commercial enterprise established after Nov. 29, 1990, or on or before that date, which was either purchased and restructured or expanded through the investment, resulting in a 40% increase in net worth or employees. A new commercial enterprise refers to any for-profit activity, including sole proprietorship, partnership, holding company, joint venture, corporation, business trust, limited liability company, or other entities, publicly or privately owned, engaged in lawful business.
The Capital Investment must real, personal, or mixed tangible assets owned and controlled by the immigrant investor. All capital will be valued at fair-market value in U.S. dollars.
The investor must invest the required capital in a new commercial enterprise, creating full-time permanent positions for at least 10 qualified U.S. workers.
In addition to the required investment, there are other costs for the US EB5 Visa Program, which are Application Fees, Citizenship Invest professional fees, documents certifications when applicable, courier fees, and other small disbursements. Please contact us if you wish to receive a detailed quotation outlining all costs.
The USCIS conducts thorough due diligence on all applicants to ensure that only reputable individuals and families obtain the US Green Card. The government appoints a preferred due diligence agency to conduct international and local background checks using sources like Interpol, World-Check, and other government agencies. The Department of Homeland Security has protocols in place for USCIS employees to maintain the integrity of the program.
Client pays CI retainer payment to initiate the process.
The initial step involves making a qualifying capital investment and submitting an I-526 petition to USCIS, CI will guide and assist client in putting the documents together including supporting evidence of proof of funds.
Client will conduct due diligence to determine where to invest—either in their own business or a regional center-affiliated project. Regional center-affiliated projects entail additional administrative fees in addition to the capital investment.
The client will transfer the investment fund to the EB-5 enterprise, either directly to its bank account or into an escrow account.
Once the I-526 petition is approved, application for conditional lawful permanent residence (CLPR) is submitted if a visa number is available.
This step involves applying for CLPR with your family either through consular processing or adjustment of status. Consular processing is for those outside the US, while adjustment of status is for those already in the US.
After consular processing, Ci will arrange an immigrant visa interview. Client receives an immigrant visa, and enter the US with CLPR status.
The final step in the EB-5 process is filing an I-829 petition to USCIS, comprising Form I-829 with evidence of maintaining investment and job creation.
This can be filed 21 months after CLPR approval but before it expires.
Upon I-829 approval, a 10-year green card is issued, demonstrating “unconditional” lawful permanent resident status. This green card is renewable every 10 years with continued US residence.
After five years as a permanent resident, the client can apply for US citizenship, meeting physical presence and other criteria.
The estimated time for the US E-2 visa approval depends on the processing time for due diligence and the individual case.
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The investment must be substantial and sufficient to ensure the success of the business.
Applicants and family members must have a clear criminal record and sufficient financial resources.
The applicant must demonstrate possession and control of the investment funds, as well as proof that the funds were obtained legally.
At Citizenship Invest, we assign a dedicated Document Collection Specialist for each case, streamlining the application process and reducing paperwork. We can also obtain the necessary documents on behalf of our clients if requested. Please note that the following list is for guidance only, not legal advice. After assessing your case, we create a customised checklist for a hassle-free document collection process.
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