EB-5 Visa: Immigrant Investor Green Card

The EB-5 visa offers permanent U.S. residency for foreign investors and their families who invest in a qualifying business that creates U.S. jobs. At Luis F. Hess PLLC, we help you navigate every step of this powerful investment immigration program.

What Is the EB-5 Visa?

The EB-5 visa was created by Congress in 1990 to stimulate the U.S. economy through job creation and capital investment. With an EB-5 green card, you, your spouse, and your unmarried children under 21 can live, work, and study anywhere in the U.S.

EB-5 Program Requirements

• Invest at least $800,000 in a Targeted Employment Area (TEA) or $1,050,000 in other areas
• Investment must be in a new commercial enterprise or a restructured/expanded existing business
• Create or preserve 10+ full-time jobs for U.S. workers
• Funds must come from a lawful source and be at risk for generating return

Step-by-Step Process

1. Select investment: Direct or via a USCIS-approved regional center
2. Transfer funds & file I-526: Submit immigrant petition with proof of investment
3. Consular processing or Adjustment: Conditional green card for 2 years
4. File I-829: Within 90 days before 2-year mark to remove conditions

Processing Time & Legal Fees

• Typical processing time: 18–30 months
• Form I-526 approval: approx. 5–9 months (varies)
• Conditional green card duration: 2 years
• I-829 petition processing: ~6 months
• Attorney fees: Start at $15,000 (plus USCIS/government fees)

Why Choose Luis F. Hess PLLC?

• Experienced in investor-based immigration cases
• Help with source-of-funds documentation and USCIS compliance
• Strategic planning for consular interviews and evidence
• Personalized legal support throughout your journey