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EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program
Purpose
By making a specified amount of commercial investment, you can generate employment beyond the required threshold, and once the requirements are met, you become eligible to obtain a Green Card (permanent residency). The U.S. has many visa categories, and typically, the path to a Green Card starts from temporary resident visas (such as E, L work visas), but this EB-5 program allows for the direct acquisition of a Green Card (permanent residency).
About EB5 official video by IIUSA
Who is applying for this?
The EB-5 visa is the most popular visa among foreign investors worldwide. By utilizing this visa, the general mindset of wealthy individuals overseas is to prepare for a long-term career and life plan. The U.S. has become a country where visas are much more difficult to obtain than expected. Even if someone does not have the intention of immigrating themselves, it is common for families or children to apply for the visa for educational purposes.
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Purpose of Child’s Education
The most common reason for applying is for children to obtain a Green Card in order to receive an American education. By holding a Green Card, tuition fees are significantly reduced or even free (especially at universities). Additionally, if minors wish to study, it is common for one parent to accompany them, which is why many people obtain the visa for mother-child stays. -
Purpose of Child’s Employment Preparation
One key difference between the U.S. and other immigrant nations, like Australia, is that the annual issuance limit for visas quickly gets exhausted. As a result, the possibility of transitioning from a student visa (F-1) to a work visa (H1-B) is very low. In other countries, even if a job offer is made, without a visa, the student must return home after their studies.
Therefore, if one wishes to build a career in the U.S. after graduation, securing a Green Card beforehand means that, as long as a job offer is obtained, employment is possible. Preparing for this situation is a critical point. This situation is quite serious, so it is essential to take steps to connect studying abroad to future career prospects.
- Individuals Seeking U.S. Immigration
For those wishing to immigrate to the U.S., such as to Hawaii, one of the advantages of the EB-5 visa is that the requirements are minimal. Of course, working is allowed freely once the visa is obtained.
Main Criteria
You can apply using one of the following three options:
- Invest $1.05 million directly: Employ 100 U.S. workers within two years.
- Invest $800,000 directly: Invest in a region where the unemployment rate exceeds 150% of the U.S. average and create at least 10 direct jobs within two years.
- Invest $800,000 through a Regional Center: Invest in a new business within a USCIS-designated Regional Center and create at least 10 jobs (directly or indirectly) within two years.
For option 3, the investment is made in a program called a “Regional Center.” This is the most typical option for investors.
There are over 600 Regional Centers approved by the U.S. government, and investors must choose from these centers to proceed with the investment. AOM provides service for option 3
Regional Centers are established based on regional development and employment plans in each state. The types of investment projects handled by Regional Centers vary by state and cover a wide range of industries, including resort hotels, residential, logistic centers and infrastructure construction etc.
- There are no requirements for educational background, English proficiency, past business experience, or age restrictions.
- The investment funds must come from legally obtained sources.
- Applicants must pass a medical examination and background check.
About Investment
Direct Investment to Business (1 & 2)
- Make the necessary investment in a commercial business or enterprise within the United States.
- Create at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
- This investment must directly result in the creation of full-time staff positions from the applicant’s investment.
Investment through Regional Center (3)
- Make an investment in the selected project offered by Regional Center.
- There is no requirement to manage the investment project or operate the business personally.
Since business operations are not required, job creation can be calculated based on both direct and indirect employment.
Feature of AOM
AOM is an active Japanese member of IIUSA (Invest In the USA), the EB-5 industry association, and collaborates closely with its headquarters in Washington, D.C., as well as with business partners.
There are three ways to apply for an EB-5 visa, but in reality, over 98% of applicants choose the third option: investing in a Regional Center to obtain a Green Card. The most crucial factor in this process is “Which Regional Center to invest in?”
Key Points for Selecting a Regional Center:
- Choose a solid Regional Center with credible projects that can be convincingly presented to USCIS.
- Consider the past track record of the Regional Center to ensure its reliability and success.
- Work with an experienced U.S. immigration attorney who specializes in EB-5 cases.
At AOM, transparency is our top priority. We strive to provide clear and accessible information, leveraging our strong EB-5 industry network to help our clients successfully obtain their Green Cards.
Partner Regional Centers
The EB-5 industry association, Invest in the USA (IIUSA), includes numerous Regional Centers. Among them, we collaborate with multiple globally recognized and highly regarded companies.
AOM has been steadily operating in the U.S. EB-5 industry for over 10 years, successfully completing 15 to 70+ projects and supporting tens of thousands of individuals in obtaining Green Cards. We work closely with top-tier Regional Centers that have a proven track record in the industry.
Since the projects offered by each Regional Center vary depending on the timing and market conditions, please refer to the details below for more information.
＜Disclaimer＞
The U.S. Investor Visa (EB-5) is a program that allows applicants to obtain a visa by investing in real estate development projects offered by private enterprises (Regional Centers). Please be aware that the decision to invest in a specific project is made at your own risk.
Our company provides information for the purpose of obtaining an EB-5 visa but does not take any responsibility for any outcomes or losses that may result from investing in a specific project. We appreciate your understanding.
Advantage of applying in the U.S
Individuals currently on student visa (F-1) or other types of visas can apply for EB-5 within the U.S. While the EB-5 application is under review, they could gain the rights to “work” and “travel in and out of the U.S. This enables applicants to work while awaiting their permanent residency approval. This option is particularly beneficial for students planning their careers or those on E2 business investment visas seeking permanent residency.
On average, after applying, a conditional Green Card is issued in the second year, allowing you to freely study, work, and live as a “permanent resident.” This is the shortest path to permanent residency. Therefore, having a well-thought-out life plan is important.
Additionally, the city where the project is implemented and your desired city of residence are not related, so you are free to live in any city of your choice.
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