December 12, 2020 No Comments
Introduction to EB5 Visa Program
Lately, we have seen that many students return from the US after concluding their studies, mostly due to not being able to acquire a job opportunity or sponsorship for their visa. The reason for this could be attributed to the H1B visa regulations, which make it hard for employers to offer visa sponsorships.
But what can be done to ensure that your child can remain in the U.S. even after their studies? It is quite easy to get them a Green Card by investing in the EB-5 visa program.
The EB5 visa program is an investment based residency program established by the US Government which offers a golden opportunity to foreign investors and their spouses and children up to 21 years of age to acquire US Permanent Residency, popularly know as the Green Card.
The EB-5 visa program requires a minimum investment of $1,050,000 in a commercial project in the US. However, this reduces to $800,000 if the investment is made in a Targeted Employment Area(TEA), i.e. areas where the unemployment level is 150% above the national average or Rural Areas. Along with the investment, the foreign investors are also required to facilitate the creation of ten full-time jobs for U.S. citizens.
How Your Child Can Benefit From EB-5 Visa?
Better chance of admission to top universities
Start your own Business/Profession
Lower Fees*(Subject to certain conditions)
Better Internships and Placements through campus
Switch jobs and shift to various parts of the US for better opportunities.
Just take a break after studies and continue staying in US
Benefits of the EB5 Visa Program
1. The EB-5 visa program allows students with F1 visas to change their status from a temporary resident in the U.S. to a permanent one seamlessly.
2. Students with Green Cards are treated at par with US residents. They can get admission into top universities much easier than international students for whom only a limited number of seats are available.
3. Additionally, Green Card-holding students also have the advantage of in-state tuition fees, which are much lower than international Tuition fees, which makes the otherwise expensive education for foreign students in the U.S. affordable.
4. While they are studying, they stand a better chance of getting internships as well as jobs with the help of campus placements.
5. After completing their education, they can freely apply for jobs based on their career aspirations without worrying about sponsorships and H1 B Visas, thereby eliminating dependency on their employers. They can also switch jobs to pursue better opportunities freely or even start their own business or profession.
6. Travel becomes easy with a Green Card as they do not have to deal with the hassles of stamping visas when entering the US. Moreover, once they get US citizenship and a Passport, they can travel Visa-free to over 170 countries.
7. US Citizenship also entitles them to Government jobs, thereby widening their career prospects.
8. With the stability and security which come with US residency/Citizenship, your children can plan their future with certainty and enjoy a prosperous life.
The recent changes in the EB-5 Visa program now allow you to apply for concurrent filing for Adjustment of Status (AoS) immediately upon filing your EB5 Petition. This is a big bonanza for those already in the U.S. on an F1 or H1B visa, as you can start reaping the benefits of being a permanent U.S. resident almost immediately. You can get your Employment Authorisation Document (EAD) as well as work permit and Travel Document usually within 3 to 6 months. This means you can now stay and work freely in the US without dependence on the employer for sponsorship. Also, with the Travel Document, you can travel in and out of the US without stamping your visas.
New Benefits to F1/H1-B Visa Holders in the US
If you are a student on F1 Visa you can
- Continue to live in the US even after your F1 Visa expires
- Take up employment or start your own business/ profession (on receipt of EAD)
- Travel freely (on receipt of a Travel Permit) into and out of the US
If you are an employee working on an H1-B Visa,
- No dependency on your employer to stay in the US
- Freely change your job (on receipt of EAD)
- Start your own business or profession (on receipt of EAD)
As you can see, the EB5 Visa, in its new Avatar, with benefits like concurrent filing for AoS not only provides immediate protection to F1 and H1 B visa holders in the US against the uncertainties and insecurities associated with the H1B visa process but also provides a pathway to US residency and citizenship, thereby providing them with a prosperous, stable and secure future in the US.
Take the first step to secure your children’s Future in the US. Explore the EB5 Visa Program. To learn more, visit and subscribe to our YouTube channel, or fill out the form and contact us.
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FAQs
The EB5 visa program is an investment-based residency program that provides international investors, along with their spouses and children up to age 21, with an opportunity to obtain a U.S. Permanent Residency. To qualify for the EB-5 visa program, a minimum investment of $1,050,000 must be made in a U.S. commercial project. This drops to $800,000, though, if the investment is undertaken in a Targeted Employment Area. In addition to making the investment, the foreign investors must help create ten full-time jobs for Americans.
The EB-5 Visa program is an investment-based residency program established by the U.S. government in 1990. It provides foreign investors a pathway to permanent residency in the United States through investment and employment development. Candidates must have specific qualifications, one of which is making a sizeable financial investment in a newly established business. This program aims to stimulate the U.S. economy through job creation and capital investment from foreign nationals.
The recent changes to the EB-5 Visa program now allow for concurrent filing for Adjustment of Status (AoS) immediately upon filing the EB-5 petition. For individuals who are currently in the country on an F1 or H1B visa, this is a huge benefit since it allows you to begin enjoying the advantages of permanent residency in the country nearly right away. In 3-6 months, you can obtain your travel document, work permit, and Employment Authorization Document (EAD). This implies that you are no longer dependent on your company for sponsorship, allowing you to remain and work freely in the U.S. You can also enter and exit the U.S. using the Travel Document without getting your visas stamped.
To learn more about the EB-5 Visa program and how it can secure your family’s future in the U.S., you can:
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Yes, you can apply for the EB5 Visa if you are already in the U.S. on an F-1 or H-1B visa. The recent changes allowing concurrent filing for Adjustment of Status can significantly speed up the process of obtaining U.S. residency and citizenship.
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