EB-5 Investor Visas
Sandra Gibbs Law specializes in assisting foreign investors with obtaining EB-5 investor visas, which provide a pathway to U.S. permanent residency in exchange for substantial investment in American businesses. The firm offers expert guidance through the complex EB-5 visa process, ensuring that clients meet all legal requirements and understand the financial and business aspects of their investment. With a focus on personalized service and meticulous attention to detail, Sandra Gibbs and her team help investors navigate the EB-5 program efficiently and effectively, facilitating their journey towards U.S. residency.
Investment Requirements:
- Capital Investment: Advising clients on the minimum capital investment required, typically $1.8 million, or $900,000 if investing in a targeted employment area (TEA) characterized by high unemployment or rural location.
- Job Creation: Ensuring that the investment meets the requirement of creating or preserving at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers within two years of the investor's admission to the United States.
Application Process:
- Initial Consultation: Providing a comprehensive assessment of the client's eligibility and investment plans, ensuring they meet all EB-5 program criteria.
- Document Preparation: Assisting clients in gathering and preparing the necessary documentation, including proof of investment funds, business plans, and economic impact analyses.
- Filing the Petition: Guiding clients through the preparation and filing of Form I-526, the Immigrant Petition by Alien Investor, and ensuring all required evidence is submitted accurately and timely.
- Consular Processing or Adjustment of Status: Supporting clients through the consular interview process if applying from outside the U.S., or assisting with adjustment of status if already in the country.
Regional Center vs. Direct Investment:
- Regional Center Investment: Explaining the benefits and considerations of investing through a USCIS-approved regional center, which may simplify the job creation requirement by pooling investments.
- Direct Investment: Advising clients who prefer to invest directly in their own businesses, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and maximizing the potential for job creation.
Post-Approval Support:
- Conditional Permanent Residency: Assisting clients in transitioning to conditional permanent residency upon approval of their EB-5 petition, allowing them to live and work in the U.S. while fulfilling the investment and job creation requirements.
- Removing Conditions: Guiding clients through the process of removing conditions on their residency by filing Form I-829, the Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions, once the investment and job creation criteria are met.
Client-Centered Approach:
- Personalized Service: Tailoring legal strategies to each client’s unique investment goals and circumstances, providing customized advice and support.
- Clear Communication: Keeping clients informed at every step of the process, ensuring they understand their obligations and the status of their applications.
- Thorough Due Diligence: Conducting thorough due diligence on potential investment opportunities, helping clients make informed decisions that align with their financial and immigration objectives.
Sandra Gibbs Law is committed to helping foreign investors achieve their goal of U.S. residency through the EB-5 program. With a focus on personalized service, expert legal guidance, and a deep understanding of the EB-5 visa requirements, the firm provides comprehensive support to ensure a smooth and successful application process. Investors can trust Sandra Gibbs Law to navigate the complexities of the EB-5 program and secure their future in the United States.
