One of the most common questions from EB-5 investors is simple: when do I actually get my green card? The answer depends on a recurring checkpoint that shapes the entire timeline: the visa bulletin, combined with a variety of different USCIS applications, each playing its own role along the way. Understanding what each of these...
EB-5: When Do Investors Actually Get Their Green Card?
The Visa Bulletin is a critical resource for anyone seeking to immigrate to the United States. This monthly publication, issued by the US Department of State (DOS), provides valuable information on the availability of immigrant visas for individuals from various countries and categories. Understanding the Visa Bulletin and its complex system of priority dates and...
During an interview with Charlie Oppenheim of the State Department, the following statements and predictions were made in relation to employment-based and family-based categories. Employment-based visas In 2021 there are approximately 262,000 employment-based visas. However, it is expected that the Department of State (DOS) will not be able to process all these visas due to...