Frequently asked questions

To quealify for the EB-5 Visa Program you invest USD 800,000 or USD 1,050,000 in and EB-5 qualified project. Your investment must create at least 10 full-time jobs for US workers. Your funds must be from a lawful source of income and must be at risk.

No, there are no language requirements to apply to the EB-5 program.

No, there are no age restrictions to apply for the EB-5 Visa Program.
The investor´s children must be under 21 years old when starting the process to qualify for a green card.

The benefits of the EB-5 Visa Program are the following:

  • Freedom to live and/or work anywhere in the US while keeping another residence if desired in another country.
  • Children have the right to attend free public education.
  • College-aged children can apply for scholarships, grants, and domestic tuition rates in public post‐secondary institutions.
  • Option to acquire US Citizenship and passport after 5 years of holding the green card.
  • Benefits extended to the investor’s family, including the spouse or partner, and all children under the age of 21.
  • Obtain an attorney who specializes in EB-5 applications.
  • Ensure with the attorney that all minimum criteria are met for eligibility to apply.
  • The attorney will file an Immigration Petition (I-526) with the (USCIS) along with supporting documentation clearly demonstrating the investment meets all EB-5 requirements.
  • Transfer the capital investment of $800,000 or $1,050,000 plus an administration fee of $70,000 to LLLP.
  • At this point in the process, a change of status may be requested which provides the investor with a work permit as well as the ability to enter and leave the country freely.
  • Wait for the application to be processed, which will vary by country.

    Please consult with your attorney if you have any questions regarding timing.

The $800,000 or $1,050,000 is paid via wire transfer to the project’s escrow account. It is paid at the time the EB-5 petition is submitted to USCIS. It cannot be paid in installments.

Yes, there is an administrative fee of $70,000 that must be paid at the time the EB-5 package is submitted to USCIS. The applicant must also pay their attorney’s legal fees, which can range between $20,000 to $25,000.

It covers the administrative costs related to the submittal and administration process of the EB-5 application.

The EB-5 investor, the investor’s spouse, and any unmarried children under the age of 21 are eligible to receive a green card associated with the EB-5 investor’s petition.

The project will return the initial capital investment to the applicant. The administrative & legal fees will not be reimbursed.
Yes, we have many attorneys/firms we can suggest to the applicant.
Many sources are accepted as legal: capital earned from salary and business earnings, appreciation of real estate or other investments, inheritance, gifts and so on. Your attorney will advise you on your specific circumstances.
Yes, you can use a bank loan to apply for an EB-5 visa, but there are strict conditions and your attorney will review your specific circumstance.

Yes, gifts from a family member or other person can be used. However, you still must provide verifiable proof of a legitimate source for the gifted funds.

We welcome all to visit our offices in Miami to arrange visits to the projects and meet with one of our knowledgeable advisors.