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EB-5 Visa: Immigrant Investors

Your Path to Permanent Residency Starts Here

Navigating the EB-5 visa process can feel overwhelming. With its complex regulations, multi-year timelines, and significant financial commitments, you need an experienced guide by your side. At the Law Office of Nathan Earwood, we understand the stakes involved and are committed to helping immigrant investors and their families secure their future in the United States.

With 90 years of combined legal experience, our team of attorneys is here to provide clarity, support, and results-driven representation. Whether you’re in North Carolina or anywhere in the U.S., we’re ready to help you achieve your goals through virtual, in-office, or phone consultations.

Why Choose the Law Office of Nathan Earwood?

  • Trusted Expertise: Our five attorneys have successfully guided clients through thousands of complex cases.
  • Compassionate Support: We’re here to ease your anxieties and empower you with actionable steps.
  • Flexible Consultations: Whether you prefer to meet in person at one of our five western North Carolina offices or virtually, we accommodate your needs.
  • Proven Success: Hundreds of 5-star reviews attest to our dedication to achieving the best outcomes for our clients.
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What Is an EB-5 Visa?

The EB-5 visa program allows foreign investors to obtain a U.S. investment green card for themselves and their families by making a qualifying investment that creates jobs for American workers. Introduced by Congress in 1990, the program is designed to stimulate economic growth while providing a path to permanent residency for eligible applicants.

EB-5 Visa Requirements

To qualify for an EB-5 visa, you must:

  1. Make a qualifying investment:
    1. $800,000 in a Targeted Employment Area (TEA) – rural or high-unemployment regions.
    2. $1,050,000 outside of TEAs.
  2. Create jobs: Your investment must create and sustain at least 10 full-time positions for U.S. workers for at least two years.
  3. Provide documentation of lawful funds: You’ll need to show that your investment capital has been legally sourced.

The EB-5 Visa Process

The EB-5 visa processing time varies but typically includes the following steps:

  1. File Form I-526E: Submit your investment details and prove you meet the program’s requirements.
  2. Receive conditional permanent residency: Once approved, you and your family can live and work in the U.S. for two years.
  3. File Form I-829: Remove conditions on your green card by proving job creation and compliance with program guidelines.

Each step is intricate and time-sensitive, making the support of experienced EB-5 visa lawyers essential.

How We Support EB-5 Investors

Personalized Guidance for Every Step

Our firm takes the uncertainty out of the EB-5 process by:

  • Ensuring Compliance: We’ll help you meet every requirement, from lawful funds documentation to job creation tracking.
  • Navigating Challenges: If issues arise, such as delays or project complications, our attorneys will advocate for your interests.
  • Streamlining the Process: Our team coordinates directly with USCIS, regional centers, and other stakeholders to keep your case on track.

Working with Regional Centers

Most investors choose to work with USCIS-approved regional centers, which allow for indirect job creation through economic modeling. We’ll help you evaluate regional center options and ensure compliance with all regulations.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the EB-5 visa process take?

The EB-5 visa processing time depends on factors like USCIS backlogs and your country of origin. It typically takes 2-5 years to complete the process, from filing Form I-526E to receiving permanent residency.

What are the benefits of an EB-5 visa?

An EB-5 investment green card provides permanent residency for you, your spouse, and unmarried children under 21. You can live, work, and study anywhere in the U.S. without employment restrictions.

Do I have to manage the business I invest in?

No, direct management is not required. Most investors work with regional centers, which oversee project development and job creation.

What happens if my investment fails?

While the EB-5 program requires that your funds remain at risk, an experienced EB-5 visa attorney can help mitigate issues and protect your immigration status if a project faces challenges.

Can the Law Office of Nathan Earwood help if I live outside North Carolina?

Yes! Immigration law is practiced federally, so we serve clients across the U.S. through virtual or phone consultations.

Start Your Journey with Confidence

Your dream of U.S. permanent residency is within reach, and you don’t have to navigate it alone. With the Law Office of Nathan Earwood, you’ll receive the personalized guidance and skilled representation you deserve.

Contact Us Today

Schedule your consultation to discuss your EB-5 visa case with a trusted EB-5 visa lawyer. Whether you’re in Asheville, Waynesville, Sylva, Franklin, Robbinsville, or anywhere in the U.S., we’re here to help.

Call us at (828) 354-4300, or fill out our online contact form to get started.

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