The United States has long been a leading economic powerhouse. Dominating the global economy, the country accounts for nearly a quarter of the world’s GDP. The US immigration system provides various pathways for investors, with the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Programme being one of the most efficient routes to obtaining permanent resident status (a green card) within a short period of time.
The United States of America is a dynamic nation with an abundant history and a rich tapestry of experiences, from spectacular natural landscapes to bustling cities renowned around the globe. These cities are a testament to its multiculturalism, containing an eclectic mix of individuals who contribute to a varied scene of music, cuisine, and art. From the world-famous jazz clubs of New Orleans to the globally prominent hip-hop scene in New York City, the USA can truly claim to have something for everyone.
The USA is perhaps most famous for its entrepreneurial spirit, coining the celebrated American Dream. It is also known for technological innovation, and the ability to shift global culture through exports such as Hollywood movies and music. It has a thriving economy that is the largest in the world by GDP, and it attracts millions of tourists each year who come to experience its iconic landmarks, like the Empire State Building and the Statue of Liberty, natural wonders like the Grand Canyon and Yosemite National Park, and attractions like Central Park and Disneyland.
Due to this varied culture and the vast opportunities available to its residents, the USA is one of the most powerful residency by investment programmes available for people who wish to conduct business and give their family access to some of the best healthcare and educational institutions in the world.
Minimum Investment (Principle return in
5 - 6 years)
For applicants inside the USA to gain immediate right to work / Re-entry permit
Anywhere in the USA
Visa - Free Access
US green card holders can enjoy visa-free and visa-on-arrival travel across 189 countries with US Passport including Canada, Mexico, Costa Rica, and Peru.
The applicant and his/her family will have the right to live, work, and study anywhere in the USA, availing all the same benefits as other American residents.
US green card holders are able to apply for American citizenship after 5 years of legal residence.
A single applicant can sponsor immediate family members, including his/her spouse and unmarried children under the age of 21.
US green card holders can enjoy visa-free and visa-on-arrival travel across 189 countries with US Passport including Canada, Mexico, Costa Rica, and Peru.
The applicant and his/her family will have the right to live, work, and study anywhere in the USA, availing all the same benefits as other American residents.
US green card holders are able to apply for American citizenship after 5 years of legal residence.
A single applicant can sponsor immediate family members, including his/her spouse and unmarried children under the age of 21.
Introduced by the US Congress in 1990, the EB-5 Visa Programme grants permanent residency to immigrant investors and their families, via investments in Government-approved Regional Centers. An EB-5 applicant and his/her family can apply for a full, permanent green card after two years of obtaining an initial conditional green card.
After holding a green card for five years, an EB-5 applicant may apply for US citizenship. This popular programme offers an attractive opportunity for investors seeking to establish residency in the United States.
The EB-5 Visa Programme requires the applicant to invest a minimum of USD 800,000 in a US business, typically through a Regional Centre licensed by US Department of Homeland Security. Approximately 30 months after investing, the applicant will receive an initial conditional green card. After holding the conditional green card for two years, the EB-5 applicant can apply for a permanent green card.
At Passport Legacy, we streamline the American EB-5 Visa process by offering a systematic approach with round-the-clock support. The application process can be divided into the following stages:
To participate in the USA EB-5 Visa Programme, applicants are required to invest a minimum of USD 800,000 in a US business. The investment must create at least ten full-time jobs, either directly or indirectly, through the project. Approximately 24 months after investing, the EB-5 applicant and their family will receive an initial conditional green card.
Investment amount into a Regional Center: USD 800,000
Administrative Fee (Paid to Regional Center): USD 65,000
Form I-526 (EB-5 Visa Petition): USD 4,760
Form DS-260 (Consular Processing): USD 445
Form I-526 (EB-5 Visa Petition): USD 4,760
Form DS-260 (Consular Processing): USD 445
*Immigration advice and representation; Start to finish development, analysis, preparation, and submission of EB-5 visa petition to USCIS on behalf of client and family members; Coordinate investment with Regional Center; Collection, organization, and presentation of documentation to USCIS from client regarding source of funds, and from Regional Center regarding job creation, in support of I-526 visa petition; Consultations with client, advisors, and third parties.
The Granting of Citizenship for Exceptional Services by Direct Investment Regulations (S.L. 188.05), under the Maltese Citizenship Act Cap. 188, LN437 of 2020, allows the granting of citizenship by a certificate of naturalization to foreign individuals and their families who contribute to the country’s economic development.
The Americans passport will give you visa-free and visa-on-arrival travel to 184 countries. As a Americans citizen, you have access to the Schengen area and all European Union countries. You have the right to the establishment, which refers to the ability to immigrate to all EU member states. Apart from Europe, USA also has visa-free access to the United States of America, Canada and Australia.
Yes, an individual can hold more than one citizenship after being naturalised as a Americans citizen. USA accepts dual citizenship. However, the individual’s current country of citizenship may impose limitations.
English language proficiency is not necessary for naturalisation, and the applicant does not require any citizenship test during the application process.
The United States of America is the third-largest country in the world in terms of size and population. Its western border is formed by the Pacific Ocean, while the Atlantic Ocean borders the east. Canada shares its northern border, and Mexico shares the southern border. The country comprises 50 states and the District of Columbia.
The United States has always been a nation of immigrants, with people from various parts of the world seeking refuge and a better way of life. As a result, the population is diverse, reflecting the rich cultural heritage and traditions of its inhabitants.
The United States is divided into six regions: New England, the mid-Atlantic, the South, the Midwest, the Southwest, and the West. New England, comprising the states of Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont.
The vast expanse of the United States is characterised by a diverse landscape that includes tropical beaches in Florida, towering peaks in the Rocky Mountains, rolling prairies, barren deserts in the West, dense wilderness areas in the Northeast and Northwest, and iconic landmarks such as the Great Lakes, Grand Canyon, Yosemite Valley, and the mighty Mississippi River.
The wildlife in the United States is just as distinct as its varied landscape. The country’s largest carnivores include black bears, grizzlies, and polar bears. Over 20,000 flower species can be found, with most of them having originated from Europe. The bald eagle, a protected species, is the national bird and a symbol of the United States.
We offer a diverse range of Residence by Investment programs – Residence By Investment Canada, Residence By Investment Portugal, Residence By Investment Greece, Residence By Investment Cyprus, Residence By Investment Hungary, Residence By Investment Latvia, Residence By Investment Switzerland, Residence By Investment Thailand, Residence By Investment UAE, Residence By Investment United Kingdom, Residence By Investment USA.
We provide Citizenship by Investment programs in sought-after destinations such as – Citizenship By Investment Antigua and Barbuda, Citizenship By Investment Grenada, Citizenship By Investment Malta, Citizenship By Investment Nauru, Citizenship By Investment St. Kittis & Nevis, Citizenship By Investment St. Lucia, Citizenship By Investment Turkey, and Citizenship By Investment Vanuatu.
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