As the number of new COVID-19 infections continues to decline in various countries, the world can start to evaluate each country’s response to the pandemic. The health crisis has exposed weaknesses in many countries’ systems, particularly in developing countries. In response, foreign investors around the world are contemplating whether they should move to a more […]

While the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program is open to investors from all over the world, not everyone experiences the same EB-5 journey. United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) only allocates approximately 10,000 visas to the EB-5 program per fiscal year, and no country is supposed to get more than 700, meaning investors from high-demand […]

The country statistics for EB-5 investors in FY2019 are in, and they reveal an increasingly diversifying pool of EB-5 investors. Since FY2014, several countries have seen spikes in investor numbers, and these countries may even join the ranks of backlogged countries in the future. The top six countries are China, India, Vietnam, South Korea, Brazil, […]

The EB-5 program has found itself embroiled in bad press amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, largely due to false rumors that President Trump would bring sweeping changes to the EB-5 program as part of a coronavirus relief bill. Though Senator Lindsey Graham, purported to have pushed for the changes, has vehemently denied the rumors, it was […]

United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has updated the historical national average processing times for I-526 petitions to include February 2020, with processing times increasing to 12.9 months from 12.6. Despite the increase, the national historical processing time remains at a five-year record low, indicating a faster I-526 processing period for EB-5 investors. The […]

As COVID-19 sweeps through the United States and the rest of the world, it has left a path of shuttered businesses and unemployment behind it. As an employment-based immigration program that creates jobs for the everyday U.S. worker, the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program could be ideal to help the U.S. economy get back up and […]

The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program is one of the fastest and easiest ways foreign nationals can immigrate to the United States, provided they have the necessary investment funds. An investment must satisfy several EB-5 criteria before the investor can receive a U.S. green card, so prospective investors are urged to conduct meticulous due diligence when […]

On March 18, 2020, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced the nationwide closure of all its public offices due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The global crisis is affecting countries all over the world, upending life on all corners of the globe, and EB-5 investors are also encountering disruptions in their U.S. visa process. […]

The novel coronavirus pandemic has halted life around the world, confining ordinary people worldwide to their homes and forcing U.S. consulates globally to close. As the United States begins to look forward, the government is drafting plans to prioritize U.S. workers when the economy opens back up. One such measure President Trump has taken was […]

U.S. Congress created the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program in November 1990 to spur economic growth in the United States via the capital of foreign investors. In exchange for a large investment that funds the creation of at least 10 full-time jobs occupied by U.S. workers, EB-5 investors receive U.S. green cards for themselves and their […]

The May 2020 Visa Bulletin is here, and it brings good news for Indian EB-5 investors. The priority date for Indian EB-5 investors has jumped ahead by a whopping nine months, meaning Indian investors can enjoy a much faster EB-5 process than previously anticipated. China, India, and Vietnam remain the only countries that do not […]

United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has released statistics about its processing data from the first quarter of FY2020 (October 1 to December 31, 2019). The low rate of adjudications seen in FY2019 has continued in the beginning of FY2020, with only 455 adjudicated I-526 petitions and a whopping 17,000 pending. FY2020 Q1’s I-526 […]

EB-5 investors must conduct meticulous due diligence on the EB-5 regional center they choose to work with to ensure the success of their EB-5 investment. Given the growing trend of regional center terminations since 2019, investing through the wrong regional center could cost EB-5 investors their chance at a U.S. green card. United States Citizenship […]

Every cloud has a silver lining, and for some EB-5 investors, the silver lining of the COVID-19 pandemic is faster processing times for I-526 petitions. Because the I-526 petition is a complex form requiring numerous supplementary documents and each EB-5 investor’s circumstances are different, processing times inevitably differ, but recent months have seen a stark […]

Filing Form I-829 is the final step before an EB-5 investor completes the EB-5 visa process and obtains unconditional permanent resident status in the United States. The three main administrative steps in the EB-5 process are filing Form I-526, applying for conditional permanent residence, and petitioning United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to remove […]

With entry bans, significantly reduced flight schedules, and mandatory quarantines, immigration during the COVID-19 pandemic is more or less impossible, but immigration to the United States after the pandemic is not only possible, it’s a great idea. For investors worldwide, the EB-5 program is the ideal pathway to a U.S. green card. Here’s why you […]

In April 2020, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released the annual employment data for 2019. EB5 Affiliate Network (EB5AN) has updated its national EB-5 TEA map to ensure that EB-5 investors and developers have access to the most up-to-date information related to targeted employment area (TEA) designation. Understanding the Effects of the April […]

On March 31, 2020, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) transitioned from its traditional first-in-first-out (FIFO) I-526 processing approach to a visa availability approach. What does this mean for EB-5 investors? It depends on their country of origin. How the Visa Availability Approach Works Under the previous FIFO approach, USCIS assigned I-526 petitions for […]

In most countries, another school year is coming to an end, and youth around the world are preparing to embark on new adventures. New high school graduates will start selecting their classes at university, and new college graduates will set out in the professional world to make a name for themselves. Many of these fresh […]

The Visa Availability Approach Announced in January 2020 and enacted on March 31, 2020, the new visa availability processing approach for I-526 petitions has made its debut, with its concrete impacts yet unclear. Even though the new processing approach brings noticeable changes to the EB-5 journey, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has failed […]

Good things come to those who wait. The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program is complex and popular, so expect to wait at least a couple of years by default before receiving your conditional permanent resident status. The unpredictable situation of COVID-19 may also influence wait times. Here’s how long you can expect to wait in the […]

One of the most dreaded experiences for participants in the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program is receiving a Request for Evidence (RFE) from United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Not every EB-5 investor encounters this anxiety-inducing situation, but those who do need to plan their response carefully to not jeopardize their chance of obtaining U.S. […]

Not all EB-5 journeys are the same. There exist two main pathways to a U.S. green card through the EB-5 visa program—direct investment and regional center investment. Both have advantages and disadvantages, depending on the investor’s goals and wishes, but far more EB-5 investors opt for regional center investment because it is generally considered more […]

The United States of America—the name alone conjures up images of wealth and freedom in the minds of people worldwide. Immigration is not easy, however, and with people all over the world clamoring at the chance for a life in the United States, most cannot realize their dream. If you’re a foreign investor, an EB-5 […]

The world has been thrust into the largest global disaster since World War II, with countries all over the world seeing high numbers of COVID-19 infections and deaths. The unprecedented catastrophe has ushered in a new era of social distancing and lockdowns, but the EB-5 program continues on. Since March 18, 2020, United States Citizenship […]

EB-5 investors have two possible investment methods in the EB-5 program: direct investment in a new commercial enterprise (NCE) or indirect investment through a regional center. Depending on an investor’s goals and skills, direct investment may be suitable, but most EB-5 investors choose regional center investment because it offers several benefits. Lower Immigration and Financial […]

Many parents around the world wish to continue their lives in their native country, where they have established social and business contacts, but would like to offer their children the rich opportunities that a life in the United States provides. The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program is the ideal pathway to procure U.S. permanent resident status […]

Canada is an underrepresented nation when it comes to EB-5 investors, but Canadian investors may be missing out on a valuable opportunity. The

The recent diminished EB-5 demand from India is good news for Indian EB-5 applicants who have already invested in the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program. New information from United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) suggests the Indian EB-5 priority date will become current by summer 2020. The Current Final Action Date for Indian EB-5 Investors […]

One of the requirements of a successful EB-5 visa investment is that the investment capital be at risk for the duration of the investment. This does not mean that EB-5 investors are required to invest in “risky” projects. Quite the contrary—EB-5 investors are strongly recommended to conduct thorough due diligence to minimize their exposure to […]

COVID-19 has made its way to nearly every country in the world, with confirmed cases building quickly in New York, California, and other states across the United States. Schools are closing and businesses are shutting down—some permanently—resulting in major layoffs. Politico has falsely reported that to stimulate the economy in these chaotic times, President Trump […]

In 2019, the EB-5 Modernization Rule brought some major changes to the EB-5 visa investment program. The changes have left EB-5 investors, project developers, and regional center managers alike confused and full of questions. Some of these questions were finally cleared up during the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) public engagement held on […]

One of the requirements of the EB-5 program is that an investor’s capital has been obtained through “legal sources.” What exactly does United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) mean by “legal sources”? It’s important to know because EB-5 investors must document the lawful source of their funds on their I-526 petition. What Documents Should […]

As the world continues its fight against the novel coronavirus, infections are rising, unemployment is increasing, and more and more industries and businesses are suffering. Other than those that operate solely online, most industries are not immune, and those that most heavily rely on the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program are among the hardest hit. Here […]

The EB-5 processing statistics of the past several years make one observation painfully clear: I-526 petition processing volumes were remarkably low in FY2019. The Immigrant Investor Program Office (IPO) is a complicated entity, and there is a lot going on behind the scenes that may not be clear on the surface. FY2019’s low processing rates […]

The Department of State — Bureau of Consular Affairs has released the EB-5 Visa Bulletin for April 2020. April’s release has been highly anticipated, as April is the first month in which United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will implement its new visa availability processing approach for I-526 petitions. The release of the Visa […]

Likely due to the Freedom of Information Act, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has released quarterly processing information for I-526 and I-829 petitions in FY2019 Q1. The data contained in the I-526 and I-829 processing data for FY2019 Q1 provide answers to certain EB-5 questions for which there is generally no concrete information, […]

On Friday, March 13, 2020, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) held a public engagement to discuss the switch to a visa availability approach in I-526 processing. The public was invited to participate via teleconference and ask questions related to the new approach. The speakers were Sarah Kendall, chief of the Immigrant Investor Program […]

The worrying trend of EB-5 regional center terminations continues to gain momentum. In the first quarter of the federal government fiscal year, from October 1, 2019, and January 31, 2020, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) added a further 39 regional centers to its List of EB-5 Terminated Regional Centers. This does not include […]

Worldwide, people dream of a life in the United States. From Hollywood to McDonald’s, U.S. culture has permeated nearly every corner of the world, and the wealth and freedom in the United States are well known across the globe. The United States welcomes millions of visitors every year, but for many, their right to stay […]

The closing of businesses due to the pandemic caused by the rapid spread of the 2019 novel coronavirus, which causes COVID-19, has had a significant effect on employment levels in the United States. At this stage, it is impossible to know exactly what the long-term outcomes for employment will be, but it is reasonable to […]

Although the United States surpassed Saudi Arabia and Russia in 2018 to become the world’s largest producer of crude oil, Saudi Arabia has amassed great wealth over the last half century with its own plentiful oil reserves. This has enabled it to maintain a large presence on the world stage, and it is home to […]

The EB-5 visa program is open to foreign investors and their families all over the world with the means to invest in EB-5 projects, as long as they meet certain requirements. Those who are successful in their EB-5 investments receive U.S. green cards for themselves, their spouse, and their unmarried children under the age of […]

The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program is subject to constant change as United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) modifies its regulations and processing standards. In recent months, the program has undergone several new changes, with additional changes to come in the near future. Here are the answers to a few of the top questions about […]

Year by year, the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program grows in popularity, attracting more and more foreign nationals who wish to invest in the U.S. economy to obtain a green card. The U.S. Department of State – Bureau of Consular Affairs recently released the EB-5 data for fiscal year 2019, and it reveals explosive EB-5 growth […]

The EB-5 visa program is anything but fast. Given its growing popularity, backlogs for popular EB-5 countries like China, India, and Vietnam have steadily grown over the years, with countries like South Korea and Taiwan starting to catch up. The waiting process begins even before I-526 approval, as it has typically taken around two years […]

The Indian government has announced a new 5% tax on remittances out of India, effective April 1, 2020. It’s not an April Fool’s joke: This new regulation will increase the cost of an EB-5 visa for Indian investors by $45,000 for an investment in a project within a targeted employment area (TEA) or by $90,000 […]

Every year, the U.S. Department of State releases the Report of the Visa Office, which offers a peek into the statistics of the U.S. visas, including EB-5 visas, issued throughout the given year. In the report, EB-5 visa statistics are spread out across two different tables: Table V Part 3 (visa recipients who already resided […]

Any government process is accompanied by a large amount of bureaucracy, and the EB-5 visa program is no exception. When an investor decides to commit to a particular EB-5 project, he or she is required to fill out a long, 20-page EB-5 subscription agreement. Filling out a 20-page legal document is a tiresome and error-prone […]

An announcement on January 29, 2020, revealed that USCIS will shift its I-526 petition processing approach from first-in-first-in (FIFO) to a “visa availability approach” starting March 31, 2020. The new approach aims to prioritize processing for applicants from countries that have visas immediately available, ensuring more countries fill their annual visa allocations. Otherwise, there are […]

New EB-5 Visa Availability Approach for I-526 Petition Processing Important Breaking Announcement from USCIS on January 29, 2020: EB-5 visa I-526 petitions will now start being processed using a visa availability approach instead of using a first-in-first-out (FIFO) approach. Historically, USCIS has always processed EB-5 visa I-526 petitions based on a FIFO process, however this […]

The processing statistics for the EB-5 program have changed dramatically over the past 11 years. The program has grown significantly, with thousands more investors in 2019 than in 2008, but trends are showing a decline from the peak in 2017. The drop could be partially attributed to the backlogs at United States Citizenship and Immigration […]

The EB-5 program has seen some changes in recent years, including increased investment fund requirements and more restrictive targeted employment area (TEA) designation, but these are not the only challenges the program faces. Adding to the problem are the lengthy quota backlogs in major EB-5 investor countries and the ever-increasing United States Citizenship and Immigration […]

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has tightened its regulations, and with the new regulations comes an unprecedentedly high rate of regional center terminations. 2019 saw the termination of 75 regional centers, hardly offset by the approval of a mere six. This represents only the second year since 2008 where more regional centers […]

Regional Center Challenges the Validity of the EB-5 Immigration Investor Program Modernization Final Rule On November 26, 2019, Florida EB5 Investments, LLC (the “Plaintiff”), filed a civil action against the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the United States Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS) (the “Complaint”) challenging the validity of the recently implemented EB-5 Immigration […]

In July 2019, United States Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published updates to the EB-5 visa program in the Federal Register. The new EB-5 rule, implemented to modernize the program, came into effect on November 21, 2019. While the updates include several technical revisions, the key changes to […]

Samuel Silverman, Managing Partner of EB5 Affiliate Network, discusses the introduction of a new initiative that promises to protect EB-5 investors’ funds in the event of an I-526 application denial. EB5 Affiliate Network (EB5AN), a leading EB-5 regional center and EB-5 service provider sponsoring more than 1,100 EB-5 investors from more than 40 countries around […]

Advance Copy of EB-5 Final Rule This final rule amends Department of Homeland Security (DHS) regulations governing the employment-based, fifth preference (EB-5) immigrant investor classification and associated regional centers to reflect statutory changes and modernize the EB-5 program. In general, under the EB-5 program, individuals are eligible to apply for lawful permanent residence in the […]

United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has released the data on the number of EB-5 petitions processed in the second quarter of FY2019, which ran from January to March 2019. The updated statistics are available on the organization’s Immigration and Citizenship Data page. The decline in the number of petitions the Immigrant Investor Program […]

The USCIS has updated its EB-5 petition processing statistics, displayed on the Immigration and Citizenship Data page, to reflect information about the petitions received and processed during the second quarter of the 2019 financial year (January–March 2019). The overall number of EB-5 forms processed by the Immigrant Investor Office (IPO) during this period decreased significantly, […]

On June 27, 2019, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) announced that EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program Modernization (RIN: 1615-AC07) has reached the final stage in the rulemaking process. Therefore, we expect the Final Rule to be published in the Federal Register within the next few days. United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will […]

Despite social and political upheaval, Turkey’s economy has continued to grow rapidly over the last few years and is still seen as a strong force in the region. It now boasts the eighteenth highest GDP in the world, but rising debt makes this continued pace of growth uncertain. Turkey also faces increasing inflation that hit […]

Iran is home to the world’s fourth-largest reserve of oil and second-largest reserve of natural gas, and it is within the top 10 world producers of both of these natural resources. As such, it has become the second largest economy in the MENA region behind Saudi Arabia. However, Iran has been the subject of increased […]

Although the United States surpassed Saudi Arabia and Russia in 2018 to become the world’s largest producer of crude oil, Saudi Arabia has amassed great wealth over the last half century with its own plentiful oil reserves. This has enabled it to maintain a large presence on the world stage, and it is home to […]

Over the last 30 years, Vietnam has developed from one of the poorest nations in the world into one of the fastest-growing economies. This increase in wealth and the search for better opportunities have led to a rise in wealthy Vietnamese EB-5 investors. Wealth and Economy The number of millionaires in Vietnam has skyrocketed by […]

One of the most popular paths to U.S. employment for foreign nationals is the H-1B visa. Under the Bush administration in 2003, the H-1B visa cap was reduced from 195,000 to 65,000. The H-1B Visa Reform Act of 2004 increased this cap by 20,000 for candidates who earned a master’s or PhD from a U.S. […]

Venezuela is home to the world’s largest reserves of crude oil, surpassing even Saudi Arabia. While this supply led to a booming economy in the 1990s, the government’s mismanagement of money and pivot to socialism have led to the impoverished nation seen today. Because of the current political upheavaland the resulting uptick in violence, many […]

The USCIS has updated its EB-5 petition processing statistics, displayed on the Immigration and Citizenship Data page, to reflect information about the petitions received and processed duringthe first quarter of the 2019 financial year (October to December 2018). The overall number of EB-5 forms processed by the Immigrant Investor Office (IPO) during this period decreased […]

With a population of almost 212 million, Brazil now makes up the third-largest EB-5 market behind China and Vietnam, with the bonus of not yet having hit retrogression. Brazil’s interest in EB-5 visas can be attributed to the country’s recent economic downslide, its high crime and corruption rates, and its poor quality of education. Wealth […]

For EB5AN, 2018 was an exciting year marked by milestones, accomplishment, and growth. Our partners collectively spent more than 200 days on the ground in foreign markets—including China, India, Brazil, Colombia, and Vietnam (along with many more)—getting a sense for where EB-5 is headed and how we can keep ahead of upcoming trends. We have […]

EB5 Affiliate Network (EB5AN) was recently recognized as one of the “Best Entrepreneurial Companies in America” by Entrepreneur Magazine’s Entrepreneur360 List, a premier study delivering the most comprehensive analysis of private companies in the United States.Based on this study, EB5AN ranks among the top 50 companies in the nation and is recognized as a well-rounded […]

There are two questions regarding EB-5 dealings that commonly come up in the legal arena. The first is whether individuals or entities who are recruiting EB-5 investors are permitted compensation if they are not registered broker-dealers. The second is whether a limited liability company (LLC)’s interest in an EB-5-funded new commercial enterprise (NCE) can legally […]

Since the global financial meltdown of 2008, foreign direct investment (FDI) in the southern hemisphere has risen steadily, coinciding with explosive economic growth on the African continent. African countries such as Egypt, South Africa, Morocco, and Ethiopia have become both sources of wealthy investors and destinations for investment from other nations. African Investment Barriers Though […]

Getting the I-829 petition approved is the final hurdle that EB-5 investors need to clear to complete the EB-5 process and become legal residents of the United States, on their way to full citizenship. In order to get his or her I-829 petition approved, the applicant must prove that the requirements of the EB-5 Program […]

To avoid a long-term government shutdown, the President and Congress just agreed to a defense spending budget for FY 2018 and FY 2019.The agreement also included a decision to provide continuing funding to several federal programs, including the EB-5 Program,through March 23, 2018. Labeled as the “Continuing Resolution,” this portion of the legislation also laid […]

USCIS has completed its online presentation of FY2017 data for I-526 and I-829 petitions with the recent addition of Q4 data. Fortunately, the USCIS Immigrant Investor Program Office (IPO) managed to reduce its backload of I-526 and I-829 petitions by processing more than it received during the 2017 fiscal year. This is the first time […]

As the EB-5 industry expands and matures, it continues to face several serious challenges that threaten the integrity of the program as a whole. These concerns include fraud, misuse of investor funds, and other improper actions undertaken by regional centers and developers—which, in turn, might lead the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to investigate. […]

On March 20, 2017, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced new EB-5 regional center compliance audits. Generally speaking, these audits are intended to enhance integrity within the EB-5 Program, to ensure that regional centers are operating in compliance with the law, and to determine whether they are promoting regional economic growth and job […]

For some time now, EB-5 professionals have been anticipating possible changes to the program—either through legislation or through regulation. Each time the EB-5 Program has been due for renewal over the past several years, some level of concern and speculation has arisen regarding potential changes to the program. The EB-5 Program is once again due […]

The EB-5 Program may be facing a number of changes in 2017 from a number of sources—a new administration focused on addressing immigration, a legislature poised to enact comprehensive immigration reform, newly proposed regulations by USCIS, and changes to Chinese capital export restrictions. Taken together, these factors indicate a high probability that changes will occur […]

United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), an agency of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), has proposed a number of revisions to the EB-5 Program. These revisions were published in the Federal Register on January 13, 2017, and written comments will be accepted through April 11, 2017. The four primary revisions under consideration are […]

After a contentious and in many ways unprecedented election season, one question looms in the minds of many: What next? What will President Trump do and how will his actions shape the future of the EB-5 Program? Much of Donald Trump’s platform relied on tough talk, particularly toward immigration, and as a result, many immigration […]

In response to changing economic needs and securities regulations over the years, various trends have emerged in the adjudication of EB-5 visa petitions as United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) focuses on new areas of concern within the program. As the I-526 petition is a crucial determiner of whether investors successfully navigate program requirements […]

Today the Federal Register published U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Fee Schedule, a final rule adjusting the fees required for most immigration applications and petitions. Out of the above changes, the fee increase for Form I-924 is the most significant – a 186% increase from $6,230 to $17,795. This fee increase applies to new regional […]

Recent uncertainty regarding the future of the EB-5 Program harkens back to temporary shakeups in 2013 brought about by the publication of the May 30 memorandum by United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). While EB-5 practitioners were quick to adapt to the adjustments outlined in the memo, similar concerns have arisen in the present […]

The evolution of the EB-5 market has encouraged investors to undertake increased levels of due diligence prior to committing to projects. Aside from assessing whether a project will remain financially viable throughout the visa application period and beyond, investors have been encouraged by recent actions concerning EB-5 projects by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) […]

India has a long history of emigration beginning in colonial times and culminating in the recent migration of educated laborers to the West, Southeast Asia, and the Arabian Gulf. With its booming population and substantial middle class, India currently poses a significant opportunity for EB-5 developers. The Indian Economy In 2013, India was facing its […]

Recent delays in the processing of EB-5 visa petitions from Chinese investors have encouraged regional centers to focus on Latin America as a potential investment source. Despite political and social instability over the past decades, many Latin American countries are now experiencing economic growth, and the United States has emerged as an appealing destination for […]

The EB-5 Program offers unique opportunities for investors in Brazil to immigrate to the United States. However, despite the fact that Brazil has the largest economy and population in Latin America, few Brazilian EB-5 investors have applied for EB-5 visas over the past years. The reasons for this are twofold: Firstly, the booming economy in […]

Although Iranian EB-5 investors currently represent a small percentage of the overall number of EB-5 cases, only 0.7% as of 2014, recent changes brought about by the issuance of a general license by the Office of Foreign Asset Control (OFAC) have opened a door for this untapped market. However, immigration attorneys and Iranian investors poised […]

EB-5 Petition Filings Stronger than Ever and Growing According to recently released data from United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), an increased number of EB-5 filings has resulted in a growing backlog of pending petitions. The updated data from USCIS provides numbers for Q1 of FY2016.   Increased Number of I-526 Petitions The record number […]