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Regional Center Investment
From $800,000
Invest in USCIS-approved projects in TEAs; indirect job creation allowed.
Program Overview
Why United States?
The United States Residency by Investment programme in 2026 is offered through the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program. Investors qualify by investing in job-creating enterprises or approved regional centers. The programme grants a conditional Green Card, with permanent residency after 2 years and citizenship eligibility after 5 years of permanent residency.
Residency by Investment (EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program)
Green Card for Investor & Family
Pathway to U.S. Citizenship
Business & Job Creation Route
Access to World-Class Education & Healthcare
Eligibility Requirements
- Valid passport and clean criminal record.
- Evidence of lawful funds and source of wealth.
- Investment of $800,000 in a TEA (Targeted Employment Area) or $1,050,000 elsewhere.
- Creation of at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers.
- Compliance with USCIS and U.S. immigration regulations.
Program Benefits
Designed for families, investors, and entrepreneurs seeking global access.
Green Card for investor, spouse, and children under 21.
Pathway to U.S. citizenship after 5 years of permanent residency.
Access to U.S. education, healthcare, and business opportunities.
Residency in the world’s largest economy.
Flexibility to live, work, and study anywhere in the U.S.
Application Process
We manage each step with legal partners and local support.
Eligibility & Planning
Confirm investment route and family inclusion strategy.
Investment Execution
Commit funds to qualifying project or business.
Application Filing
Submit I-526 petition with supporting documents.
Conditional Green Card
Receive 2-year conditional residency upon approval.
Permanent Residency
File I-829 petition to remove conditions after 2 years.
Citizenship
Apply for U.S. citizenship after 5 years of permanent residency.
Associated Costs
Placeholder costs shown below. These will be updated with official fees.
Minimum qualifying investment
From $800,000–$1,050,000 depending on route
Government fees
Approx. $3,675 for I-526 petition + $3,750 for I-829 petition
Legal / due diligence
Varies
Translation & notarization
Varies
Frequently Asked Questions
Example answers until program-specific data is finalized.
Is real estate eligible?
Yes, if part of an approved regional center project creating jobs.
Can family be included?
Yes, spouse and children under 21 are eligible.
When can I apply for citizenship?
After 5 years of permanent residency (approx. 7 years total).
What changed in 2026?
Investment thresholds remain stable; compliance checks and USCIS backlog extended processing times.