Permanent Residence for Foreign Investors

At Goel & Anderson, we understand the unique challenges faced by foreign investors seeking permanent residence in the United States. Our Virginia immigration lawyers are well-versed in the intricacies of the EB-5 Investor Visa program, which offers a streamlined path to U.S. residency through significant capital investment. Whether you’re aiming to invest directly in a commercial enterprise or take advantage of the EB-5 Regional Center Program, our team is equipped to provide comprehensive guidance and support.

Immigration Lawyers Assisting Foreign Investors Seeking Permanent Residence

We recognize that each investor’s situation is unique, and our approach is tailored to meet your specific needs and goals. From the initial consultation to the final stages of the application process, we are committed to helping you navigate the complexities of U.S. immigration law with confidence and clarity. Our attorneys will work closely with you to ensure that your investment meets the program’s requirements and that your application is presented in the strongest possible manner.

The EB-5 Investor Visa

Wealthy individuals may qualify for permanent residence through the immigrant investor, or EB-5 program. Since there is no quota waiting list in this preference category, it enables a foreign national to obtain permanent residence status more quickly than most other options. The EB-5 category requires an investment of $1 million (or $500,000 in a high-unemployment or rural area) in a commercial enterprise that will employ 10 full-time U.S. workers.

The Regional Center Program Option for EB-5 Candidates

Investors may also choose to invest in a “Regional Center” which are “preapproved” investment opportiunities in geographical areas for which USCIS has determined that investments will create the necessary 10 jobs per investor, whether directly or indirectly, in the geographical area. The required amount of investment in a regional center is generally $500,000, although many programs are structured to allow recapture of significant portions of those funds after a predefined timeframe. Most of the regional centers are structured as limited partnership investments, and the rights of a limited partner are considered sufficient to make the investor not completely passive.

The EB-5 regional center approach allows a foreign national, and his/her spouse and children, to obtain employment authorization relatively promptly. Children of a successful EB-5 regional center candidate can also go to school in the U.S. and are allowed to pay in-state tuition.

Contact Our Fairfax County Business Immigration Lawyers

With our extensive experience in business immigration, Goel & Anderson is your trusted partner in achieving your goal of U.S. permanent residence through the EB-5 program. Contact us today to learn how we can assist you in securing your future in the United States.