Dec122025
USCIS announced on December 4, 2025, that certain Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) will now have shorter validity periods for both initial and renewal applications, affecting many individuals seeking or extending work authorization in the U.S. USCIS explained that the purpose of these changes is to ensure more frequent vetting, deter fraud, and identify applicants who...
USCIS has reinstated EB-5 filing fees to the pre-April 1, 2024 amounts. This change follows a federal court decision invalidating the April 2024 fee rule after finding that USCIS implemented the increases without following required legal procedures. As a result, EB-5 investors, regional centers, and project developers will currently benefit from significantly lower filing costs....
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed a new rule affecting the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, just over a year after immigration filing fees were significantly increased in April 2024. Under the EB–5 Reform Act, DHS is authorized to set fees, and this rule proposes several changes, including reductions to the EB-5 fees...
Funding an EB-5 investment with personal salary savings or business profits is common. However, more investors are now turning to less traditional funding sources, such as retirement accounts. In particular, using a Self-Directed Individual Retirement Accounts to fund an EB-5 investment has become increasingly popular. What is a Self-Directed IRA? A Self-Directed IRA is a...
Many EB-5 applicants breathe a sigh of relief once they receive their Employment Authorization Document (EAD) and Advance Parole (AP). These benefits allow applicants to work and travel while waiting for a green card, but there’s an important consideration to keep in mind. Using your EAD or Advance Parole will directly impact your underlying visa...
Sep292025
The EB-5 process relies heavily on thorough documentation and strict compliance with USCIS regulations, especially regarding the source and path of investment funds. If you’re pursuing a partial investment, it’s critical to clearly outline and disclose the full source and path of the total intended investment amount (a minimum of $800,000 plus any applicable administrative...
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...
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,...