US Residency By Investment
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About US Residency By Investment
The US Residency by Investment programme, primarily offered through the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Visa, enables foreign nationals to secure permanent residency (Green Card) in the United States by making a qualifying investment. This programme is designed to stimulate the US economy through job creation and capital investment by foreign investors. Successful applicants gain the right to live, work, and study anywhere in the United States, with a clear pathway to citizenship after a period of continuous residence. With access to world-class education, advanced healthcare, and unmatched business opportunities, US residency remains one of the most sought-after investment migration programmes in the world.
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Eligibility Criteria for USA Residency by Investment (EB-5 Investor Visa)
The USA Residency by Investment programme is available through the EB-5 Investor Visa, which grants permanent residence (Green Card) to foreign nationals who make a qualifying investment in the United States. The programme is designed to stimulate the U.S. economy through job creation and capital investment by foreign investors. It provides a pathway to U.S. citizenship while allowing applicants and their families to live, work, and study freely in the country.
Applicants must be at least 18 years old, prove legal source of funds, and have a net worth exceeding USD 1,000,000. They must also be in good health and free from criminal records.
The EB-5 Investor Visa application processing typically takes 30 to 36 months.
EB-5 visa holders receive a U.S. Green Card, granting the right to live, work, and study anywhere in the United States. Dependents under 21 years old can also be included.
Strict physical presence requirements apply to maintain permanent residence, and applicants must plan to reside in the U.S. for most of the year.
The EB-5 programme requires a minimum capital investment of USD 800,000 in a government-approved regional center or qualifying U.S. business that creates at least 10 jobs.
The standard programme term is 5 years, with permanent residence granted upon meeting investment and job creation requirements. Citizenship may be pursued after 5 years.
Successful applicants gain access to universal rights of U.S. permanent residents, and eventual U.S. citizenship provides visa-free travel to over 185 countries.
Benefits of USA EB-5 Investor Visa
The US EB-5 Visa provides foreign investors with a direct path to a Green Card and eventual US citizenship, offering unmatched lifestyle and business opportunities.
Key Benefits:
- Green Card status: Permanent residence for investor, spouse, and unmarried children under 21.
- Path to citizenship: Eligible for naturalization after 5 years of Green Card residence.
- No location restrictions: Live, work, or study anywhere in the USA, regardless of where you invest.
- Wide business freedom: Start and operate businesses freely throughout the US.
- Family security: Children can access US schools, universities, and scholarships as permanent residents.
- Global mobility: US passport (after naturalization) provides visa-free access to 185+ countries.
- Dependents included: Spouse and children under 21 automatically qualify.
- Permanent residence rights: Similar privileges to US citizens, except voting rights.
- Stable investment framework: Government-backed programme requiring job creation.
Frequently Asked Questions About US Residency by Investment (EB-5 Investor Visa)
At Al Kabban & Associates, we know that applying for the US EB-5 Investor Visa can feel overwhelming. Our goal is to simplify the process, making it clear, transparent, and stress-free. Below are answers to some of the most common questions about US Residency by Investment.
The EB-5 Visa is a US residency-by-investment programme that grants a Green Card to investors who make a qualifying investment in a US commercial enterprise and create at least 10 jobs for American workers.
Any applicant over 18 years old with legally sourced funds, no criminal record, and the ability to make the minimum required investment can apply for the EB-5 Visa.
The minimum investment is USD 800,000 if invested in a Targeted Employment Area (TEA) project, or USD 1,050,000 in other areas.
No. EB-5 visa holders are not required to live in the same area where their investment is made. They can live and work anywhere in the United States.
Yes. Spouses and unmarried children under 21 years old can be included in your EB-5 application and will also receive Green Cards.
Benefits include US permanent residency (Green Card), access to world-class healthcare and education, the right to live and work anywhere in the US, inclusion of dependents, and a pathway to US citizenship.
The application process typically takes 30–36 months. However, processing times may vary depending on the applicant’s country of origin and the chosen regional center.
Yes. After maintaining permanent residency for 5 years and fulfilling physical presence requirements, EB-5 visa holders can apply for US citizenship.
Yes. Each EB-5 investment must create or preserve at least 10 full-time jobs for US workers within two years of the investor’s admission to the United States.
Our legal team provides comprehensive support, from sourcing compliant investment opportunities to preparing applications, ensuring due diligence, and guiding families through the Green Card process.
“At Al Kabban & Associates, we are driven by a simple belief: the law should serve as a bridge to justice, opportunity, and growth. Our commitment is to guide every client with integrity, expertise, and forward thinking solutions.”
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