Why EB-5

Understanding the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program

What is the EB-5 Program?

The EB-5 immigrant investor program was created by the Immigration Act of 1990 as a way to stimulate the U.S. economy through job creation and capital investment by foreign investors. It offers an opportunity for foreign nationals to obtain permanent residency in the United States by investing in a new commercial enterprise that creates jobs for American workers.

In order to qualify for this program, an investor must invest a minimum of $800,000 if the target project is located in a Targeted Employment Area (TEA), or $1,050,000 in other areas. The investment must create at least 10 new full-time jobs for American workers.

The EB-5 program is administered by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), which is part of the Department of Homeland Security.

Benefits of the EB-5 Program

Investment Options

The minimum investment amount is $800,000 if the target project is located in a TEA, or $1,050,000 in other areas.

Permanent Residency

Obtain conditional permanent residency for the investor, spouse, and unmarried children under 21 years of age.

Path to Citizenship

After maintaining permanent residency for five years, investors and their families may be eligible to apply for U.S. citizenship.

Family Inclusion

The investor's spouse and unmarried children under 21 years of age can obtain green cards under the same application.

Freedom of Movement

Live, work, study, and retire anywhere in the United States without restrictions.

Education Benefits

Access to public education and eligibility for in-state tuition rates at public colleges and universities.

The EB-5 Process

1
Select a Project
Choose a suitable EB-5 project that meets your investment goals and immigration needs.
2
Make the Investment
Invest the required capital ($800,000 or $1,050,000) in the selected project.
3
File I-526E Petition
Submit Form I-526E, Immigrant Petition by Standalone Investor, to USCIS.
4
Conditional Green Card
Upon approval, receive a conditional green card valid for two years.
5
File I-829 Petition
Before the conditional green card expires, file Form I-829 to remove conditions.
6
Permanent Green Card
Upon approval, receive a permanent green card with no conditions.

Why Choose a Regional Center?

Job Creation Flexibility
Regional Centers can count both direct and indirect jobs created by the investment, making it easier to meet the job creation requirement.
Professional Management
Regional Centers provide professional management of the investment, reducing the investor's day-to-day involvement.
Project Expertise
Regional Centers have expertise in developing and managing projects that meet EB-5 requirements.
Documentation Support
Regional Centers assist with preparing and maintaining the necessary documentation for USCIS filings.

Why Choose West Maingate Regional Centers?

CaliforniaEB-5 Expert

Our innovative approach has set industry standards and provided investors with reliable immigration pathways through California-based projects.

Transparency

Your investment capital goes directly to the project. You will sign directly with us—the developer, regional center, and immigration service provider—all in one, eliminating unnecessary intermediaries for lower cost of communication, faster processing and full transparency.

Inhouse Immigration Service

Direct Access to In-House Immigration Attorneys - File 70% Faster, Average 14-Day I-526E Preparation vs 3-Month Industry Standard, 100% USCIS Compliance | No Third-Party Delays