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Pathway to U.S. Permanent Residency through Investment for African Entrepreneurs
At Empirefly Law Firm, we specialize in guiding African investors and entrepreneurs through the EB-5 Visa process, offering a direct route to U.S. permanent residency. Our experienced attorneys provide comprehensive legal guidance and personalized support to ensure a successful EB-5 Visa application.
What is an EB-5 Visa?
The EB-5 Visa, also known as the Employment-Based Fifth Preference Visa, is designed for investors who make a substantial investment in a U.S. business that creates jobs for American workers. This visa provides a pathway to U.S. permanent residency (Green Card) for investors and their immediate family members.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for an EB-5 Visa, the investor must:
Investment Amount:
- Invest a minimum of $1,050,000 in a new commercial enterprise.
- If the investment is in a Targeted Employment Area (TEA), the minimum investment amount is reduced to $800,000.
Job Creation:
- The investment must create or preserve at least 10 full-time jobs for qualifying U.S. workers within two years of the investor’s admission to the United States as a Conditional Permanent Resident.
New Commercial Enterprise:
- The investment must be in a new commercial enterprise, which can be:
- A new business established after November 29, 1990.
- A business restructured or expanded to result in a new commercial enterprise.
- A troubled business where the investment will help preserve jobs.
- The investment must be in a new commercial enterprise, which can be:
EB-5 Visa Application Process
Determine Eligibility:
- Our attorneys will evaluate your financial situation and investment plans to determine your eligibility for the EB-5 Visa program.
Select Investment Project:
- Choose a qualifying investment project, either through a direct investment or a Regional Center program, which pools investments for job-creating projects.
File Form I-526:
- Submit Form I-526, Immigrant Petition by Alien Investor, to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) along with evidence of the investment and job creation plans.
Conditional Permanent Residency:
- If Form I-526 is approved, apply for conditional permanent residency through Form I-485 (if in the U.S.) or consular processing (if outside the U.S.).
Remove Conditions:
- After two years, file Form I-829, Petition by Investor to Remove Conditions on Permanent Resident Status, demonstrating that the investment has been sustained and that the required jobs have been created or preserved.
Why Choose Empirefly Law Firm?
Expert Legal Guidance:
- Our attorneys have extensive experience in handling EB-5 Visa cases and provide personalized advice tailored to your unique situation.
Comprehensive Support:
- We offer support at every step of the EB-5 Visa application process, from determining eligibility to selecting investment projects and filing petitions.
Proven Success:
- Our firm has a strong track record of successfully helping African investors and entrepreneurs obtain EB-5 Visas.
Client-Centered Approach:
- We are committed to making the EB-5 Visa application process as smooth and stress-free as possible, offering compassionate and reliable support throughout your journey.
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Ready to start your EB-5 Visa application? Take our online Visa Eligibility Assessment. Our experienced attorneys are here to guide you through the process and help you achieve your goal of U.S. permanent residency through investment.
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