EB-5 Visa

EB-5 Visa Immigration

EB-5 Green Card – Choosing Between Regional Center Program and Direct Investment

In March 2022, Congress passed legislation that re-authorized the EB-5 Regional Center program and set new investment minimums to qualify for the EB-5 green card, among other changes. Current minimums are $800,000 for projects in Targeted Employment Areas (TEA) and…

Khadija DerrickJune 23, 2022

Approvals EB-5 Visa Immigration

EB-5 Direct Investment Petition Approved for Farm

Our EB-5 Direct Investment Petition was just approved! The applicant had an E-2 visa in the U.S. and used their E-2 business to move to a green card.

Khadija DerrickJune 21, 2022

Approvals EB-5 Visa Immigration

Immigrant Visa Approval for EB-5 Investment

We just had an EB5 immigrant visa approval at the U.S. Embassy in London. The investor and family will receive conditional permanent residence and be eligible to apply for removal of conditions after 2 years, as long as the EB5…

Khadija DerrickJune 7, 2022

Approvals EB-5 Visa Immigration

Favorable Result in USCIS EB-5 Mandamus Lawsuit

Our office recently received a favorable result in a mandamus lawsuit we filed for a client who experienced an unreasonable delay of two years after filing an EB-5 application with USCIS.

Khadija DerrickJune 6, 2022

E-2 Visa EB-5 Visa

EB-5 Direct Investment Approval for a Trucking Business

We just had a E-2 client move his E-2 visa to a green card. The approval was for an EB-5 direct investment for a trucking business.

Khadija DerrickMay 24, 2022

EB-5 Visa Immigration

The EB-5 Process Described Under the New Rules & Timing

Immigrant Investors in the U.S. are happy that the Regional Center EB-5 program has been reauthorized. The program was in limbo for over 9 months and has finally been revitalized.

Khadija DerrickMarch 23, 2022

EB-5 Visa Immigration

New EB-5 Reform Act Allows Concurrent Adjustment of Status Applications

On March 11, 2022, Congress passed the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022, officially reauthorizing the EB-5 regional center program. The program has been reauthorized for 5 years, until September 30, 2027.

Khadija DerrickMarch 14, 2022

EB-5 Visa Immigration

EB-5 Regional Center Program Reauthorized

On June 30, 2021, the EB-5 Regional Center Program was suspended when Congress could not reach an extension agreement. The EB-5 program, also known as the Million Dollar Green Card, allows investors to obtain a green card if they invest…

Khadija DerrickMarch 11, 2022

EB-5 Visa Immigration

Stop Gap Funding Bill Passes in Congress

A temporary stop gap spending bill has been passed by Congress which will fund the government and various immigration operations until February 18, 2022.

Khadija DerrickJanuary 18, 2022

EB-5 Visa Immigration

Minimum EB-5 Investment Amount to Remain at $500,000

The EB-5 program, also known as the Million Dollar Green Card, allows investors to obtain a green card if they invest either $500,000 or $1,000,000 in business or projects that will create 10 full time jobs.

Khadija DerrickJanuary 6, 2022

Approvals EB-5 Visa Immigration

EB-5 Approval for a Business Start-up

Scott Legal, P.C. just had an EB-5 approval for a business start-up. The applicant was on an E-2 visa and invested $500,000 to apply for the EB-5 green card.

Khadija DerrickDecember 21, 2021

EB-5 Visa Immigration

USCIS Extends Automatic Extension of Conditional Green Cards

USCIS announced they have extended time that receipt notices can be used as evidence of permanent residence status for Form I-751 and Form I-829 applicants.

Khadija DerrickSeptember 14, 2021

EB-5 Visa Immigration

USCIS Reverses Adjustment of Status Guidance for EB-5 Applicants

USCIS announced on July 7, 2021 that it has reversed its initial guidance on the processing of adjustment of status applications for those adjusting under an approved EB-5 regional center application.

Khadija DerrickJuly 8, 2021

EB-5 Visa Immigration

The EB-5 Direct Investment for Entrepreneurs

The EB-5 category provides a green card opportunity for entrepreneurs who prove that they have made an investment of equity capital into a new commercial enterprise that will create at least ten full-time jobs.

Khadija DerrickJuly 6, 2021

EB-5 Visa Immigration

EB-5 Direct Investment Remains at $500,000

There has been a significant amount of news lately on the EB-5 program and it is easy to get lost in the weeds. This article summarizes a few of the key points regarding the ever changing landscape of the EB-5…

Khadija DerrickJuly 6, 2021

EB-5 Visa Immigration

USCIS Issues Guidance on Regional Center Program Expiration

USCIS has issued guidance on the regional center program, which is set up expire on June 30, 2021, at midnight.

Khadija DerrickJune 30, 2021

EB-5 Visa Immigration

A New Tool in the Immigration Toolbox for Startup Founders and Entrepreneurs

There is a new tool in the immigration toolbox for startup founders and entrepreneurs who wish to pursue their business venture in the United States. The International Entrepreneur (IE) Parole program is a great alternative to traditional visas, such as…

Khadija DerrickJune 28, 2021

EB-5 Visa Immigration

Breaking News: EB-5 Investment Fees Reinstated to $500,000

On June 22, 201, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California ruled to reinstate the EB-5 Investment Fees to $500,000.

Khadija DerrickJune 23, 2021

EB-5 Visa Immigration

EB-5 Regional Center Program Set to Expire

With the EB-5 regional center program set to expire on June 30, 2021, many interested investors are concerned with what will happen to the program.

Khadija DerrickMay 27, 2021

EB-5 Visa Immigration

USCIS Approves Petition in Unsecured Loans Lawsuit

In November 2020, the DC Circuit Court ruled that EB-5 investors can use proceeds from unsecured loan for their investment capital.

Khadija DerrickMay 7, 2021

EB-5 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

I submitted an EB-5 petition and received a request for evidence (RFE) from USCIS asking for financial records from 30 years ago. Is there a limit to how far back USCIS can trace the source of funds and request documentation? How might I respond?

USCIS exercises broad discretion to require documentation that traces the source of funds pursuant to an immigrant visa application. However, there are options for effectively responding to requests for documents that are unavailable or that no longer exist. Background Various…

Khadija DerrickMarch 8, 2021

EB-5 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Can I file a mandamus for my delayed EB-5 application, or must I wait to be beyond the estimated processing times?

As described in an earlier blog post, one option for those who have been waiting an unreasonably long time for the government to adjudicate their immigrant petition is suing USCIS through a mandamus action. Some who are considering this option…

Jenny ZhanMarch 4, 2021

E-2 Visa EB-5 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

What are some considerations from moving from an E-2 Visa to EB-5? Can I move from E-2 to EB-5?

Many that are on an E-2 visa ask the questions: How do I Convert my E-2 visa to a Green Card? What is the EB-5 Direct Program? An E-2 visa does not lead to a green card but if you…

Jenny ZhanFebruary 9, 2021

E-2 Visa EB-5 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

What are the Differences between an E-2 Visa and an EB-5 Direct Investment?

An E-2 visa is a visa that is available to entrepreneurs who want to buy or start a business in the U.S. The E-2 visa requires an investment, and the business must also create U.S. jobs. The visa can be…

Jenny ZhanFebruary 4, 2021

EB-5 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

What is an EB-5 Direct Investment? Can I get a Green Card through the EB-5 Program if I am an Entrepreneur?

Overview of EB-5 Direct Investment Program The EB-5 Investment Immigration program allows a petitioner who has invested $800,000 into a Targeted Employment Area (TEA) or $1,050,000 into a non-TEA area to obtain a green card, if they invest in a…

Jenny ZhanJanuary 26, 2021

EB-5 Green Card – Choosing Between Regional Center Program and Direct Investment

EB-5 Direct Investment Petition Approved for Farm

Immigrant Visa Approval for EB-5 Investment

Favorable Result in USCIS EB-5 Mandamus Lawsuit

EB-5 Direct Investment Approval for a Trucking Business

The EB-5 Process Described Under the New Rules & Timing

New EB-5 Reform Act Allows Concurrent Adjustment of Status Applications

EB-5 Regional Center Program Reauthorized

Stop Gap Funding Bill Passes in Congress

Minimum EB-5 Investment Amount to Remain at $500,000

EB-5 Approval for a Business Start-up

USCIS Extends Automatic Extension of Conditional Green Cards

USCIS Reverses Adjustment of Status Guidance for EB-5 Applicants

The EB-5 Direct Investment for Entrepreneurs

EB-5 Direct Investment Remains at $500,000

USCIS Issues Guidance on Regional Center Program Expiration

A New Tool in the Immigration Toolbox for Startup Founders and Entrepreneurs

Breaking News: EB-5 Investment Fees Reinstated to $500,000

EB-5 Regional Center Program Set to Expire

USCIS Approves Petition in Unsecured Loans Lawsuit

I submitted an EB-5 petition and received a request for evidence (RFE) from USCIS asking for financial records from 30 years ago. Is there a limit to how far back USCIS can trace the source of funds and request documentation? How might I respond?

Can I file a mandamus for my delayed EB-5 application, or must I wait to be beyond the estimated processing times?

What are some considerations from moving from an E-2 Visa to EB-5? Can I move from E-2 to EB-5?

What are the Differences between an E-2 Visa and an EB-5 Direct Investment?

What is an EB-5 Direct Investment? Can I get a Green Card through the EB-5 Program if I am an Entrepreneur?

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