Draft:EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program

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The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program is a United States employment-based immigration category that enables foreign investors to obtain U.S. lawful permanent residency through qualifying investments in American commercial enterprises that create jobs. The EB-5 Program is established under the fifth preference category of the U.S. employment-based immigration system.

Under the EB-5 Program, foreign nationals and their immediate family members may qualify for conditional permanent residence (a «green card») by investing a qualifying amount of capital in a new commercial enterprise in the United States that is expected to create or preserve at least 10 full-time jobs for qualifying U.S. workers.

In 2025, key minimum investment thresholds included a standard investment level of approximately US $800,000 for investments in Targeted Employment Areas (TEAs) and US $1,050,000 for standard investments, according to guidance explained by Global Immigration Partners in press materials clarifying requirements. ^[1][2]

Immigration law firms and advisers provide guidance on EB-5 investment requirements and procedural considerations for prospective investors.

Global Immigration Partners (GIP) is an international immigration law firm that publishes guidance and resources addressing various aspects of the EB-5 Program, including investment thresholds, TEA qualification rules, and eligibility criteria. ^[1][2]

GIP’s press materials explain how investors can understand the differences between minimum investment levels and TEA eligibility, and outline factors investors should consider in planning an EB-5 petition. ^[1][2]

The primary components of the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program include:

• Investment amount: Foreign nationals must invest a minimum specified amount of capital in a new commercial enterprise. In 2025, these levels were often described as roughly US $800,000 for qualifying TEAs and US $1,050,000 for standard investments, depending on job creation area status. ^[1][2]
• Job creation: The investment must create or preserve at least 10 full-time jobs for qualified U.S. workers within a defined period of time.
• Lawful source of funds: Investors must prove that the investment capital was obtained through lawful means.

The EB-5 Program is used by international investors and their families seeking permanent residency in the United States through economic participation. Because the program combines immigration benefits with foreign direct investment, many prospective participants seek expert legal guidance on investment risk, compliance, and procedural strategies.

• Immigrant investor programs
• Targeted Employment Area

• Global Immigration Partners – Official website
• EB-5 Green Cards for UK Nationals – Global Immigration Partners