Explore the EB-5 Visa: A Potential Path Toward U.S. Permanent Residence

The EB-5 visa may offer eligible investors and their families a path toward U.S. permanent residence. Our team can help you understand eligibility requirements, the overall process, and the steps involved in pursuing the program.

✅ Defined investment requirements under the current EB-5 program

✅ Spouse and unmarried children under 21 may qualify

✅ EB-5 generally requires a qualifying investment and the creation of at least 10 qualifying full-time jobs for U.S. workers

Approval depends on meeting program requirements and successful adjudication by the U.S. government.

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✅ Defined investment requirements under the current EB-5 program

✅ Spouse and unmarried children under 21 may qualify

✅ Guidance from our team, and if you move forward, representation by an experienced immigration attorney

Approval depends on meeting program requirements and successful adjudication by the U.S. government.

What is the EB-5 Investor Visa?

The EB-5 visa is an employment-based immigrant visa that allows foreign investors to seek U.S. permanent residence by making a qualifying investment in a U.S. business that creates jobs.

Unlike non-immigrant visas, the EB-5 visa may provide a potential path to permanent residence for the investor and eligible family members, subject to meeting program requirements and successful adjudication.

The program operates within a defined legal framework, which allows applicants to understand current requirements, timelines, and expectations.

Evaluating eligibility under the existing structure may provide greater clarity compared to navigating future programs that may introduce new conditions.

Who should consider the EB-5 visa?

You may consider the EB-5 visa if you:

Are seeking U.S. permanent residence through the EB-5 program

Prefer a pathway that does not require you to actively manage a business on a daily basis

Have the financial capacity to make a qualifying investment

Want to include your spouse and children in your application

For many investors, the EB-5 visa offers a structured and well-understood pathway. Exploring this option earlier may help you assess eligibility and organize documentation with a clearer understanding of your situation.

Important Disclosure: Not all applicants qualify. Immigration outcomes depend on individual facts, eligibility requirements, and government adjudication. Approval of an EB-5 petition and the ability to obtain permanent residence depend on meeting all program requirements and successful adjudication by the U.S. government.

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Key EB-5 visa requirements

To qualify for the EB-5 visa, applicants must generally meet the following core requirements:

Make a qualifying investment in a U.S. enterprise consistent with program requirements

Demonstrate that funds were obtained through lawful sources

Create at least 10 qualifying full-time jobs for U.S. workers

Maintain the investment for the required period

These requirements are set by the current EB-5 framework, and eligibility depends on individual facts and supporting evidence. Beginning the process earlier may provide additional time to document the source of funds and address potential issues in advance.

An experienced immigration attorney can help assess how these requirements may apply to your specific situation based on your individual facts and eligibility.

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HOW CURRENT EB-5 REQUIREMENTS COMPARE TO POTENTIAL FUTURE PROGRAM CHANGES

EB-5 (Current Program)

Defined investment thresholds under current law

Established current statutory framework

More clarity on current implementation rules and filing structure

Potential Future EB-5 Program Changes (If Rules Change After the Current Program Period)

Potential for changes to investment requirements

New or evolving regulatory requirements

Potentially less clarity on implementation and timelines

The key difference is not only the program itself, but the conditions that may apply at the time you file.

Why Many Investors Are Reviewing Their EB-5 Options Now

While the EB-5 visa remains available under current rules, program timelines and investment thresholds may change in the future.

For many investors, evaluating eligibility now may provide:

Potential Cost Advantages Under Current Rules

Program requirements and costs can change over time, and early evaluation may provide more flexibility.

U.S. Permanent
Residence Path

For eligible investors, EB-5 can provide a pathway toward U.S. permanent residence.

Family
Benefits

Eligible family members may be included, subject to applicable rules.

Clear, Structured
Process

Step-by-step guidance and documentation support through the filing process.

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The EB-5 process

Step 1

Initial Call

Speak with our team to review your goals and background and discuss whether EB-5 may be a fit.

Step 2

Case evaluation and strategy

Review eligibility, assess source of funds, and evaluate the appropriate immigration filing approach.

Step 3

Petition preparation and filing

If you choose to move forward, your immigration attorney will prepare and review your petition and supporting documents.

Step 4

Ongoing guidance

Receive guidance on the review process and potential next steps.

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Why work with Ashoori Law?

Ashoori Law has worked with investors from around the world on U.S. immigration matters, including EB-5-related matters.

Our team provides structured, detail-oriented guidance on EB-5 matters, helping you understand requirements, timelines, and available options.

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*This figure reflects the combined historical approval rate across multiple immigration case types and does not represent the approval rate for any individual visa category.

*These figures include matters handled by Ashoori Law and matters handled in collaboration with independent immigration attorneys in coordination with Ashoori Law.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about the EB-5 immigrant investor program, including how EB-5 compares with the U.S. Gold Card.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE EB-5 PROGRAM AND THE GOLD CARD?

The EB-5 program is an established employment-based immigrant visa category under U.S. immigration law, created by Congress in 1990, that allows eligible investors to pursue permanent residence through a qualifying investment and job creation.

The U.S. Gold Card is a newer program launched via Executive Order in September 2025. It operates outside the traditional statutory framework that governs EB-5, which means it may be modified, suspended, or rescinded by a future administration. It uses existing employment-based visa categories (EB-1 and EB-2) rather than a standalone investor pathway, and does not require job creation or a business investment.

For many applicants, EB-5 remains the more clearly defined, congressionally established, and legally stable pathway.

CAN THE GOLD CARD LEAD TO A U.S. GREEN CARD?

The EB-5 program is a direct employment-based pathway that may lead to U.S. permanent residence for eligible applicants.

The U.S. Gold Card, if approved, also leads to lawful permanent resident status through existing EB-1 or EB-2 visa classifications. However, because it was created by executive order rather than an act of Congress, it carries legal and policy uncertainty that EB-5, a statutory program, does not. Processing timelines, visa availability, and country-of-birth backlogs may also affect how quickly residency is obtained.

Individuals considering either option should carefully review the most current official guidance and consult with a qualified immigration professional.

HOW DO THE COSTS OF EB-5 COMPARE TO OTHER OPTIONS?

The EB-5 program has specific investment requirements defined under current U.S. immigration law. The minimum qualifying investment is $800,000 for projects located in a Targeted Employment Area (TEA), such as rural or high-unemployment areas, or $1,050,000 for projects outside a TEA. These thresholds are scheduled to be adjusted for inflation in 2027. Additional costs may include government filing fees and related professional services.

The Gold Card requires a $1,000,000 non-refundable gift to the U.S. government, plus a $15,000 non-refundable processing fee per person. Unlike EB-5, this contribution is not a recoverable investment, it is a one-way payment. Family members wishing to be included must each pay their own contribution and fees separately.

Because requirements and fees can change, it is important to review current program details based on your individual situation.

CAN MY SPOUSE AND CHILDREN BE INCLUDED?

For EB-5, the principal investor's spouse and unmarried children under 21 may generally qualify as derivative family members, subject to applicable rules at the time of filing and adjudication.

For the Gold Card, spouses and unmarried children under 21 may also be included, but each family member must submit their own application, pay their own processing fee, and make their own separate $1,000,000 contribution. This is a meaningful cost distinction compared to EB-5.

Eligibility for family members under any program should be reviewed based on current official guidance.

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER I SUBMIT THE FORM ON THIS PAGE?

HOW LONG DOES THE PROCESS TAKE?

Processing times vary based on USCIS workload, case complexity, visa availability, and whether the case proceeds through adjustment of status or consular processing.

Timelines can vary significantly depending on individual circumstances, including country of birth and the type of project selected. Because timelines vary, it is important to review current government processing information based on your specific situation.

WHAT ARE THE MAIN REQUIREMENTS FOR THE EB-5 PROGRAM?

To qualify for the EB-5 program, applicants must generally:

Make a qualifying investment in a new U.S. commercial enterprise ($800,000 in a TEA or $1,050,000 outside a TEA)
Demonstrate that investment funds were obtained lawfully
Create at least 10 qualifying full-time jobs for U.S. workers
Be involved in the management of the enterprise (typically satisfied through a limited partnership role in regional center investments)
Meet all applicable filing and eligibility requirements

Eligibility depends on individual circumstances and successful adjudication by the U.S. government.

Responses are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Individual eligibility must be evaluated by an attorney.

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Speak with our team about your goals, compare your options, and find out whether EB-5 may fit your long-term U.S. plans.

Responses are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Individual eligibility must be evaluated by an attorney.

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Explore the EB-5 Visa: A Potential Path Toward U.S. Permanent Residence

SCHEDULE YOUR INITIAL CALL

What is the EB-5 Investor Visa?

Who should consider the EB-5 visa?

WHAT EB-5 CLIENTS SAY

BACKED BY 900+ 5-STAR GOOGLE REVIEWS

Key EB-5 visa requirements

HOW CURRENT EB-5 REQUIREMENTS COMPARE TO POTENTIAL FUTURE PROGRAM CHANGES

EB-5 (Current Program)

Potential Future EB-5 Program Changes (If Rules Change After the Current Program Period)

Why Many Investors Are Reviewing Their EB-5 Options Now

Potential Cost Advantages Under Current Rules

U.S. Permanent Residence Path

Family Benefits

Clear, Structured Process

The EB-5 process

Initial Call

Case evaluation and strategy

Petition preparation and filing

Ongoing guidance

Why work with Ashoori Law?

4,026+

900+

*90%+

25+

14

8

Frequently Asked Questions

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE EB-5 PROGRAM AND THE GOLD CARD?

CAN THE GOLD CARD LEAD TO A U.S. GREEN CARD?

HOW DO THE COSTS OF EB-5 COMPARE TO OTHER OPTIONS?

CAN MY SPOUSE AND CHILDREN BE INCLUDED?

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER I SUBMIT THE FORM ON THIS PAGE?

HOW LONG DOES THE PROCESS TAKE?

WHAT ARE THE MAIN REQUIREMENTS FOR THE EB-5 PROGRAM?

Take The First Step

U.S. Permanent
Residence Path

Family
Benefits

Clear, Structured
Process