$800,000 · most popular
Through a regional center
An investment in a TEA (Targeted Employment Area). A passive investment managed by professionals. Both direct and indirect jobs count. Funds are returned in 5-7 years under the project terms.
The EB-5 visa — an investment-based Green Card for the whole family
An immigrant visa for those ready to invest $800,000 or more in the US economy. A Green Card for you, your spouse, and your children under 21 — no employer, no proof of extraordinary talent, no per-country quotas.
A Green Card for your family
You, your spouse, and your children under 21 receive status at the same time. The whole family becomes US permanent residents.
No employer needed
No need to find a US petitioner. No need to prove outstanding achievements or hold a college degree.
$800K-1.05M investment
$800,000 through a regional center in a TEA, or $1,050,000 when investing directly in your own business.
Money-back guarantee in the contract
Your I-526E visa petition gets approved or you get your money back. The terms are written into the contract.
Investment-based Green Card
What the EB-5 visa is and how it works
EB-5 is the only US immigration path that requires no proof of professional achievements, no job offer from an employer, and no specific education. You invest $800,000 or more in a USCIS-approved project, create 10 jobs — and receive a Green Card for the whole family. The investment is not a purchase of status: your funds are returned once the program requirements are met (typically after 5-7 years).
$1,050,000 · your own business
Direct investment
An investment in your own or a partner business. Active management — you are operationally involved. Only direct jobs count, and you need at least 10. A good fit if you already have a business idea and a team.
$800,000 · shared pool
Pooled investor
Several investors fund a single project. Jobs are allocated proportionally. Often arranged through investment clubs and funds. A good fit if you want to lower your risk through diversification.
Who it's for
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Check if I qualifyEB-5 requirements
The 7 EB-5 program requirements — what must be in place for approval
USCIS evaluates an EB-5 case against 7 key requirements. What matters most is a lawful source of funds and a genuine investment in a project that creates 10 jobs. Our attorneys build a case file of 200-1,500 pages of supporting evidence — bank statements, tax returns, contracts, business plans.
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Minimum investment amount
$800,000 when investing in a TEA (Targeted Employment Area — an area with high unemployment or a rural area). $1,050,000 for direct investment in any other region.
- 02
Lawful source of funds (Source of Funds)
A complete documented chain showing where your capital came from: tax returns, bank statements, sale, gift, and inheritance agreements. Gaps in the SoF are the most common reason for denials.
- 03
Creation of 10 jobs
The investment must create at least 10 full-time jobs for US citizens / residents. Through a regional center, both direct and indirect jobs count; with direct investment — direct jobs only.
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TEA location (for the $800K investment)
The project must be located in a TEA — Targeted Employment Area: an area with unemployment above 150% of the national average, or a rural area with a population under 20,000. Confirmed by a letter from the state.
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A genuine at-risk investment
The funds must be transferred and exposed to market risk. Guaranteed returns, buy-backs, and deposits do not qualify. The money works in a real business — hotels, construction, manufacturing.
- 06
Regional center accreditation
The regional center must be registered with USCIS and pass vetting under the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022. Your attorney reviews the center’s track record, financial model, and SEC filings before you invest.
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No immigration violations
Neither the applicant nor their family members may have US visa violations, deportations, or denials flagged for misrepresentation. Criminal history is checked separately — some offenses are disqualifying.
Not sure EB-5 is the right fit for you?
An attorney will review your case — assess your source of funds, recommend an investment format (regional center / direct / pooled), and compare EB-5 with the alternatives (E-2, L-1). Free of charge.
How it works
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You fill out a questionnaire, and our specialists analyze your case in detail to assess your real chances of approval. At this stage you already see which path is the most promising for you. We then contact you to schedule an online meeting at a time that suits you.
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Get startedTimeline
The full EB-5 path — 12-24 months to a conditional Green Card. Removing conditions takes another 2 years.
| Stage | Timeframe |
|---|---|
| Case and Source of Funds assessment | 1-3 weeks |
| Project selection and investment | 2-6 weeks |
| Preparing the I-526E petition | 1-3 months |
| USCIS processing | 12-18 months |
| Conditional Green Card (consulate / AOS) | 2-6 months |
| Removing conditions (I-829) | after 2 years |
The longest stage is USCIS processing of the I-526E. The speed depends on the agency’s workload and the applicant’s country. Since 2022, TEA cases get priority — rural projects are reviewed faster.
At Migrator, every case passes 3 stages of document review — a coordinator, an attorney, and a senior partner. Your case goes to USCIS only when it is fully ready. The final word — and the filing itself — belongs to a licensed US attorney.
Why Migrator
A 95% approval rate from our attorneys — with a money-back guarantee in the contract
Every EB-5 case is handled by a licensed US attorney specializing in investment immigration. The company takes the financial risk on itself — it is written into the contract.
* The 95% approval rate is an approximate figure based on approved cases across different time periods and visa categories.
Licensed US attorneys
Every case is handled by a licensed US attorney specializing in EB-5. They know how USCIS evaluates Source of Funds and which projects pass vetting.
Money-back guarantee in the contract
I-526E approval or a full refund of the legal fee — the terms are written into the contract. Migrator takes the financial risk on itself — this is not a marketing gimmick.
Fixed price
The price is set before the contract is signed. RFE responses, additional consultations, case adjustments — everything is included. Government fees are not included.
24/7 communication
In your personal chat: the department head, a supervisor, a paralegal, a case manager, and an AI bot. Weekly updates on your case status.
Three stages of document review
A coordinator checks completeness, an attorney checks the legal strength of your Source of Funds, and a senior partner reviews the case strategy. The petition passes three filters before it is filed with USCIS.
Support after approval
We help you choose a state and a bank, sort out taxes, and settle your family in. We stay with you through removal of conditions (I-829) and beyond — all the way to naturalization if needed.
Don't put it off
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The minimum threshold has already gone up
Since 2022, the minimum TEA investment has been $800,000 (up from $500,000). USCIS is discussing the next adjustment: experts expect the TEA minimum to rise to $1,000,000 in the coming years.
Processing times keep growing
Standard I-526E processing has grown from 18 to 24+ months. The sooner you file, the sooner you get your Green Card. The cut-off date for some countries has already moved backward.
Limited projects and per-country quotas
The annual EB-5 limit is 10,000 visas with per-country quotas. Applicants from China and India already face longer waits. Application volume grows every year.
Children grow up — the window is closing
Children who are already 18-20 risk running out of time. If a child turns 21 before approval, they drop out of the application. The CSPA (Child Status Protection Act) does not always protect them.
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