Category: EB-5 Visa

A recent court decision in the EB-5 sustainment period lawsuit confirms the two-year investment rule remains in place—for now. The court is waiting for USCIS to issue a formal regulation, and no changes are happening without public input. Here’s what happened, what it means, and how it may affect EB-5 investors. 1. RECAP: WHAT IS… Read More

Presented by Mark A. Ivener, A Law Corporation – Your Trusted Guide Through Complex Immigration Matters In recent months, some important changes in immigration law have emerged, affecting both businesses and individuals. At Mark A. Ivener, A Law Corporation, we stay up-to-date on these changes to provide you with clear guidance and effective representation. Here’s… Read More

The EB-5 Regional Center program allows foreign investors to gain U.S. residency by investing in U.S. businesses. Recently, many developers have chosen the rental model, where they rent existing regional centers instead of creating new ones. However, new laws have introduced some challenges. Here’s what you need to know. What is the EB-5 Regional Center… Read More

Information for investors seeking E-2 visas following the acquisition of treaty country citizenship by investment (“CBI”) is especially relevant in light of the changes in the EB-5 program post-November 20, 2019. This article will highlight country options available for those investors whose country (e.g. China, India, Vietnam, and others) does not have E-2 visa availability,… Read More

When the investor’s EB-5 petition has been approved, but there has been fraud or misappropriation of funds by the regional center, NCE or project, the investor retains their priority date. Where there is fraud by the investor resulting in the approval of an EB-5 petition, the priority date is not retained. If there is a… Read More