Stock sales are a common source of funds for EB-5 investments. But not all stocks are the same. Understanding the differences between self-purchased and employer-issued stock (such as RSUs, stock options, or ESPP) is essential for building a strong and approvable EB-5 case. Self-Purchased Shares: Stocks purchased directly by the investor through a brokerage account...
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One of the most important requirements in the EB-5 process is proving that your investment funds come from a lawful source. A common question among potential investors is whether earnings from employment abroad can be used toward an EB-5 investment. The short answer is yes. Foreign salary income is a permissible source of EB-5 funds,...
A new U.S. visa program backed by President Donald Trump is expected to launch in the coming days. Known as the “Gold Card” visa, the program is expected to offer a pathway to permanent residency, and possibly even U.S. citizenship, for foreign investors willing to invest at least $5 million into the U.S. economy. President...
A core principle of the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program is that all investment funds must have a lawful origin. The source of an EB-5 investor’s funds must be clearly documented and legally obtained. The program allows for various ways to finance the required $800,000 investment, including using loaned funds from sources such as a bank,...
Mar282025
On March 21, 2025, IIUSA and DHS submitted a second joint status report detailing their ongoing but unsuccessful efforts to resolve their legal dispute over the EB-5 investment sustainment period rules. A joint status report is a document filed in court by both parties in a lawsuit to update the judge on the status of...
On February 25, 2025, President Donald Trump unveiled a proposal to introduce a ‘gold card’ visa program that would require a $5 million investment to the US government. According to President Trump, the gold card would provide green card benefits and more, offer a pathway to US citizenship, and attract affluent individuals to the US...
Jan302025
How a Lawsuit Against USCIS Could Shape the Future of EB-5 Investment Sustainment Requirements On January 28, 2025, oral arguments were held in the lawsuit IIUSA filed against USCIS over how long EB-5 investors must keep their investment sustained in an EB-5 project. The Court expressed concerns about the legality of USCIS’s sustainment period guidance...
In the January 2025 visa bulletin, the U.S. Department of State and USCIS reported significant progress in processing EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program applications, including increased approvals for I-526E petitions—a key step for investors seeking U.S. residency. Progress in EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program Approvals They’ve also noted more applicants successfully completing the program in EB-5 set-aside...