Eb-5 Process
Explore secure, job-creating investment opportunities through the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program — designed to support your path to U.S. residency while contributing to meaningful economic growth.
Your journey to U.s Residency
At MARC, We’re committed to Guiding You Through Every Step of the EB-5 Process From Investment to Permanent Residency with Expertise and Care.
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1. Choose Your Investment
Begin by selecting the investment route that aligns with your goals—either through a Regional Center or a Direct Investment. Both options require a minimum investment of $800,000 in a Targeted Employment Area (TEA) or $1,050,000 in a non-TEA, with the essential goal of creating at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers.
2. Prepare Your Documents
Work with our team of experienced professionals to compile all necessary documentation. This includes proving that your investment funds are from lawful sources, drafting a comprehensive business plan, and ensuring all legal, financial, and immigration paperwork is in order. Our experts will guide you through each requirement, ensuring nothing is overlooked.
3. File Your I-526E Petition
Submit the I-526E Immigrant Petition by Alien Investor to USCIS. This petition is a critical step where you demonstrate that your investment meets all EB-5 requirements. Our team will meticulously prepare your application to maximize the chances of approval.
4. Attend Your Interview (If Required)
After the I-526 approval, you may need to attend an interview at a U.S. consulate (if applying from abroad) or a USCIS office (if within the U.S.) as part of obtaining your conditional Green Card. We will help you prepare for this interview to ensure you present your case effectively.
5. Obtain Your Conditional Green Card
Upon successful completion of the interview and approval of your application, you and your family will receive a conditional Green Card, granting you two years of conditional permanent residency in the United States.
6. File Your I-829 Petition
As you approach the end of your two-year conditional residency, it’s time to file the I-829 petition to remove the conditions on your residency. This petition includes evidence that your investment has met the job creation and other program requirements. We will assist you in gathering and submitting all necessary documentation.
7. Receive Your Permanent Green Card
USCIS may require a final interview during the I-829 process, Our team will support you through this step, ensuring you are well-prepared. Once your I-829 petition is approved, the conditions on your residency are removed, and you and your family will receive your permanent Green Cards. This marks the successful completion of your journey to U.S. permanent residency.
Important Considerations
Making an informed EB-5 investment is crucial to achieving success. Investors should carefully evaluate business plans, financial stability, compliance requirements, and job creation potential before committing funds. Understanding these key factors will help navigate the process with confidence.
Translation of Documents
Any documents not originally in English must be translated and certified by an official translator. This is critical to ensure that all your submissions are compliant with USCIS requirements.
Detailed Financial Trail
A comprehensive financial trail is required to track your funds from the original source to your U.S. investment, including bank statements, wire transfers, and other financial records.
Admissibility
You must be admissible to the United States, meaning there are no grounds for denial, such as criminal history, security concerns, or previous immigration violations.
Investment Capital at Risk Requirement
USCIS requires that EB-5 investments remain “at risk” throughout the conditional residency period. This means no guaranteed returns or risk-free investments.
Conditional Green Card & Removal of Conditions
Investors first receive a Conditional Green Card (valid for two years). To remove conditions and secure permanent residency, they must demonstrate that their investment met job creation and capital deployment requirements.
Regional Center vs. Direct EB-5 Investment
Regional Center investments allow passive participation and pooled job creation, making them a preferred choice. Direct investments require active business involvement and direct hiring of employees, making them more complex.
Exit Strategy & Capital Return
While the primary goal is obtaining U.S. residency, investors should evaluate the project’s exit strategy to understand when and how they may receive their investment back.
Tax Implications & U.S. Residency Obligations
EB-5 investors become U.S. tax residents, meaning they may be subject to global taxation. Consulting with an international tax professional is essential.
Processing Times & Visa Availability
EB-5 processing times vary based on country and USCIS backlog. Some countries face visa retrogression (delays due to demand exceeding visa supply).
Navigating the EB-5 process requires careful attention to U.S. immigration laws and financial regulations. It is strongly recommended that investors work with experienced immigration attorneys and financial advisors to ensure their application meets all USCIS requirements.While investors are free to select their own legal representation, MARC collaborates with a network of industry-leading attorneys, securities law experts, and financial professionals who specialize in EB-5 compliance and investment security. There is no obligation to use MARC’s recommended professionals, but they are available for guidance.
In addition to the required EB-5 investment of $800,000 or $1,050,000, investors should also budget for legal fees, petition filing fees, and administrative costs, which typically range from $75,000 to $150,000.
Why Marc
MARC provides EB-5 funding through structured financial investments that are secure, compliant, and designed to create U.S. jobs. Our team brings over 75 years of combined expertise in finance, real estate, and investment, making us one of the most experienced and trusted EB-5 Regional Centers in the industry.
At MARC, we actively monitor investment funds, project progress, and job creation compliance. Our role extends from guiding investors through the I-526 filing process to ensuring they meet USCIS requirements for permanent residency through I-829 approval.
Expert Fund Management
Our team consists of seasoned professionals with extensive backgrounds in investment strategy, real estate development, and structured financing.
Proven Success in EB-5 Capital Raising
We have a strong record of securing legitimate EB-5 capital from qualified international investors and combining it with traditional U.S. funding sources.
Top-Tier Legal & Immigration Counsel
MARC collaborates with industry-leading securities, immigration, and real estate attorneys to ensure regulatory compliance and risk mitigation, supported by a professional overseas team that assists investors in international markets.
Diverse & Impactful Investment Portfolio
MARC invests in diverse asset classes, including real estate, renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure, healthcare and medical facilities, transportation, manufacturing, and municipal projects, hospitality and accommodations, and higher education, including student housing.