The New EB-5 Program
The World’s Leading Investor Visa
Secure, Predictable and Life-Changing
The new EB-5 program is now the world’s most sought-after investor visa, offering a proven and reliable path to U.S. residency for qualified investors and their families. Its newly enhanced framework — features reduced investment thresholds, reserved visa categories, and priority processing — has driven unprecedented global demand. With applications at record levels, investors are encouraged to act quickly to secure their place under the current EB-5 program rules.
Main Requirements
The EB-5 program requires a USD $800,000 investment in a qualified job-creating project using legally sourced and documented funds, providing a secure pathway to U.S. residency for you and your family.
A More Investor-Friendly EB-5 Program
- Permanent U.S. Residency: Live, work, and study anywhere in America.
- Education Savings: Pay in-state tuition rates, saving tens of thousands per year.
- Generational Wealth: open doors to career opportunities and higher lifetime earnings for your children.
- Security & Mobility: Provide your family with stability and access to the world’s strongest economy.
A Safer, More Predictable EB-5 Program
- The EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022 has transformed the program, making it safer and more transparent to ensure your investment is returned quickly.
- Greater Oversight & Compliance to ensure accountability.
- Faster Capital Return with no reinvestment requirement once funds have been at risk for two years.
- A dependable framework supported by strict standards and integrity measures.
EB-5 investments must stay “at risk” for at least two years, but most real etate projects last three to five years and sometimes longer. Each project’s timeline is unique.
Record Growth and Approvals in the New EB-5 Program
Each fiscal year, 10,000 EB-5 immigrant visas are available, including those for dependents. Under the new EB-5 program, 20% of visas are reserved for rural projects and 10% for high-unemployment areas, providing additional opportunities for qualified investors. The program continues to demonstrate strong approval trends, with an acceptance rate of 98% in 2024 and 93% in 2025.
Although no single country can receive more than 7% of the total annual EB-5 visa allocation, this limit primarily affects investors from China and India. Processing times can vary depending on individual circumstances and visa availability, and we closely monitor developments to keep investors informed. Our clients also have access to top immigration experts who can provide personalized insights into the factors that may affect their case and expected timelines.
You can see from the chart below, based on Department of State Visa Bulletin data, that both I-526E Regional Center petitions and approvals have climbed sharply — and that’s not even counting the many I-526E petitions still pending. Keep in mind that the 2025 figures only cover Q1 through Q3, so the full-year totals will be higher.
New EB-5 Program Advantages
The new EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022 (RIA) modernized the EB-5 program, making it safer, faster, and more predictable for investors and their families. Why investors are excited by these changes:
Life-changing Benefits for Families
No More Indefinite Redeployment
Once your $800,000 investment creates ten U.S. jobs, your funds do not need to be redeployed.
Shorter Investment Period
Capital only needs to stay invested until your I-829 petition is filed and job creation is proven.
Concurrent Filing
Apply for EB-5 and U.S. residency at the same time, with work and travel permits available while you wait.
Reduced Investment Thresholds
$800,000 in TEA projects vs. $1,050,000 for others.
Stronger Protections with the New EB-5
Stronger Investor Protections
Includes independent fund administrators, mandatory audits, and safeguards for “good faith” investors.
Certainty on Timelines
EB-5 funds must remain “at risk” for just two years from the date of investment.
Set-Aside Visas
These have faster approvals with over a third of the total available visas reserved for:
- 20% Rural Projects (Priority Processing)
- 10% High-Unemployment Projects
- 2% Infrastructure Projects
Your Trusted Partner for EB-5 Success
VisaV provides investors with trusted access to carefully vetted EB-5 projects that meet the highest standards of compliance, transparency, and job creation. Our team works closely with experienced immigration attorneys, Regional Centers and developers to ensure the EB-5 process is successful. With personalized guidance and a proven network of professionals, VisaV helps you invest with confidence and secure your future.
Curated EB-5 Projects
Each project is carefully vetted and unique in structure, risk, and return profile.
Guidance
VisaV helps you select the project that best fits your goals.
Efficiency
Fast case filing to secure your place in line without delay.
Secure Your U.S. Green Card Through EB-5
- Permanent U.S. Residency – live, work, and study anywhere in America.
- Education Savings – pay in-state tuition rates, saving tens of thousands per year.
- Generational Wealth – open doors to career opportunities and higher lifetime earnings for your children.
- Security & Mobility – provide your family with stability and access to the world’s strongest economy.