EB-5 Program
Overview
The EB-5 Program is available to immigrants seeking to enter the United States to invest in new commercial enterprises that benefit the US economy and create at least 10 full-time jobs. There are three ways you may invest using the EB-5 program: create a new commercial enterprise, invest in a troubled business, or provide capital to expand an
existing business.
To qualify you must:
1. Invest or be in the process of investing at least $1,000,000. If your investment is in a targeted employment area (discussed further below) then the minimum investment requirement is $500,000.
2. Benefit the U.S. economy by providing goods or services to U.S. markets.
3. Create full-time employment for at least 10 U.S. workers. This includes U.S. citizens, Green Card holders (lawful permanent residents) and other individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.. However, it does not include you (the immigrant), your spouse, sons or daughters.
Targeted Employment Area is defined by law as “a rural area or an area that has experienced high unemployment of at least 150% of the national average.” For further detail click on the Laws section of this website and access section 203(b) (5) (B) of the Immigration Nationality Act (INA).