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U.S. EB-5 Investment Immigration
Investment Green Card Pathway

The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program was established by the U.S. Congress in 1990 and is the fifth preference category under U.S. employment-based immigration.

Under the 2022 reforms, investing USD 800,000 in a government-approved commercial project that creates 10 new jobs lets the investor, spouse, and unmarried children under 21 apply for U.S. permanent residence.

From USD 800,000 Green cards for a family of three No age, education, or language requirement Typical timeline 2–3 years
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Overview
Key Program Facts
Three key EB-5 metrics
Timeline
2–3 years
Status obtained
Permanent residence (green card)
Investment
USD 800,000+
Requirements
Eligibility
EB-5 remains one of the most straightforward paths to the U.S. — no age, education, language, or management-experience requirements
1

Invest USD 800,000 in a qualifying project

2

Create at least 10 jobs

3

Lawful, well-documented source of funds

4

Pass the medical exam and have no criminal record

Process
Application Process
Five steps from signing and investing to permanent green card (*illustrative; actual steps may vary)
1
Prepare documents and complete the investment

Globevisa and counsel map source-of-funds strategy, gather materials, and the investor completes the investment

2
File the petition

File Form I-526E and receive the receipt; or file I-485 concurrently if already in the U.S.

3
Receive immigrant approval

Receive USCIS approval of the I-526E petition

4
Status adjustment / consular processing

NVC consular processing abroad or USCIS I-485 adjustment in the U.S.

5
Conditional green card, then permanent green card

Receive a 2-year conditional green card. File I-829 to remove conditions ~3 months before expiry and obtain permanent residence

Projects
Featured Investment Projects
Selected EB-5-eligible projects currently open
Hyatt Steamboat exterior and mountains

Hyatt Steamboat

Located in the renowned ski town of Steamboat Springs, Colorado, this is a mid-to-upscale extended-stay hotel under the Hyatt brand. Compact and carefully positioned, it targets strong local demand from family vacations and digital nomads seeking mid-to-long stays. EB-5 capital is structured as senior debt, supporting a flexible and secure exit.
Project typeRural
LocationSteamboat Springs, Colorado
EB-5 use of fundsSenior loan
CompletionExpected completion August 2027
Aspen Estate Lots valley and mountain panorama

Aspen Estate Lots

Situated along the core corridor of Colorado's Garfield County Roaring Fork Valley — the gateway to Aspen, often called the Beverly Hills of the mountains — this project spans approximately 1.1453 million square meters. Capital will fund full horizontal infrastructure (water, sewer, roads) to deliver 452 single-family finished lots in a scarce location rich in tourism amenities where housing supply has long lagged demand. The developer repays the loan and realizes returns through finished-lot sales, with a clear and stable exit path.
Project typeRural
LocationGarfield County, Colorado
EB-5 use of fundsSenior loan
CompletionExpected Q2 2029
Lake of the Ozarks Marriott night waterfront and fireworks Lake of the Ozarks Marriott daytime hotel and water park

Lake of the Ozarks Marriott Resort

Located in one of the most established tourism clusters around the Lake of the Ozarks, surrounded by major resorts, shopping, entertainment, and attractions that form a complete visitor economy. Both project qualification and the immigrant petition have been approved, accelerating the path to a green card; government-backed with USD 100M in approved TIF bonds.
Project typeRural
LocationLake of the Ozarks
EB-5 use of fundsSenior loan
CompletionQ4 2027
Deer Valley Residences ski-slope villas Deer Valley Residences lake-view living room

Deer Valley Residences

At the East Village expansion gateway of Deer Valley Resort, near Four Seasons and Grand Hyatt. Owners enjoy rare ski-in/ski-out access and automatic Marcella Club membership with complimentary private club use on the mountain. EB-5 participates in 28 villas under construction (Phases 1/2).
Project typeRural — 20% reserved visa set-aside
LocationUtah
EB-5 use of fundsSenior loan
CompletionExpected September 2027
Bradenton Multifamily pool and palm courtyard

Bradenton Multifamily

A 240-unit multifamily project in downtown Bradenton, Florida — a premium West Coast rental submarket. EB-5 capital is senior debt with a first-lien mortgage on physical assets; an investment period of just over three years keeps capital deployment short with a clear exit; banks and institutions bridge funding so development does not depend on EB-5 alone.
Project typeUrban high-unemployment TEA
LocationDowntown Bradenton, Florida
EB-5 use of fundsDebt
CompletionQ1 2027
Shenandoah Wellness Resort woodland buildings and skywalk

Shenandoah Wellness Resort

At the heart of the Great Blue Ridge ecosystem — the first ultra-luxury wellness resort in the area in 25 years, filling a gap in high-end destination hospitality. About 90 minutes from Washington, D.C., it is a sought-after retreat for East Coast professionals. I-956F is approved; investors hold a first-lien mortgage on land and buildings, with project asset value ~3× EB-5 debt.
Project typeRural
LocationShenandoah Valley, Virginia
EB-5 use of fundsSenior loan
CompletionQ4 2027
Track record
Selected Past Projects
The following projects are fully subscribed
Los Angeles MarriottFully subscribed
Las Vegas MarriottFully subscribed
Hilton Kauai, HawaiiFully subscribed
InterContinental Resort, HawaiiFully subscribed
Golf villa estateFully subscribed
Four Seasons Miami residencesFully subscribed
Cape geothermal plant (Utah) Phases 1 & 2Fully subscribed
Basecamp ski resortFully subscribed
Hyatt Palm Springs, CaliforniaFully subscribed
Downtown Los Angeles MarriottFully subscribed
SR Golf ClubFully subscribed
New Jersey Avenue apartmentsFully subscribed
Tamarack ResortFully subscribed
Cape geothermal (Utah) Phase 3Fully subscribed
Team
U.S. Immigration Counsel Team
U.S.–China legal expertise supporting the full EB-5 journey
Iris Zhang
Iris ZhangGlobevisa United States

California-licensed attorney with a B.A. in Finance from National Taiwan University; dual U.S.–China legal and finance background supporting EB-5 compliance review, capital-structure analysis, project due diligence, and end-to-end risk control.

Finn Wang
Finn WangGlobevisa United States

J.D. from Penn State; Washington State–licensed attorney with deep experience in U.S. commercial and national-security law and cross-border matters.

Dora Li
Dora LiGlobevisa United States

J.D. and LL.M. from Emory University; admitted in China and New York; experienced in cross-border matters and domestic dispute resolution across both jurisdictions.

Jun Qiu
Jun QiuGlobevisa United States

J.D. from Chicago-Kent; Chinese legal qualification; admitted in New York and Illinois; U.S. CPA; experienced in corporate, tax, and immigration law across China, the U.S., and the U.K.

Clients
Client Success Stories
Real feedback from U.S. EB-5 clients

"We have worked with Globevisa for 12 years. Over that time the firm has grown steadily, and we are very satisfied with the service — I gladly recommend Globevisa to friends who need help."

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Ms. WangSuccessful U.S. EB-5 client

"From filing to approval in just 120 days — a wonderful surprise. We chose Globevisa for the brand reputation, professional team, and top-tier U.S. counsel partners — that gave us real confidence."

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Mr. MaoSuccessful U.S. EB-5 client

"Excellent and responsive — every question answered promptly. Document prep and source-of-funds work was seamless, so our case went smoothly. I will recommend Globevisa to family and friends."

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Mr. YangSuccessful U.S. EB-5 client

"Globevisa answers and resolves issues quickly. I am overall very satisfied — my parents also used Globevisa — and I keep recommending them to colleagues and friends."

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Mr. LiuSuccessful U.S. EB-5 client

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