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Immigration Services
EB-5 Investor Visa.
Permanent residency for foreign investors who put capital to work in the United States and create American jobs.
$1.8M / $900K
Standard or TEA investment
10 Full-Time Jobs
Created or preserved
50+ Regional Centers
Pre-approved EB-5 vehicles
Permanent Residency
For investor and family
Introduction
The Immigrant Investor Program, est. 1990.
USCIS administers the Immigrant Investor Program, known as EB-5, created by Congress to stimulate the U.S. economy through job creation and capital investment by foreign investors. A pilot program first enacted in 1992 also sets aside EB-5 visas for investors in Regional Centers designated by USCIS.
New Commercial Enterprise
What qualifies as a NCE.
Every EB-5 investor must invest in a new commercial enterprise, one established after Nov. 29, 1990 or established on or before that date and either:
- Purchased and restructured/reorganized into a new enterprise, or
- Expanded so net worth or employees increase by at least 40%
A commercial enterprise is any for-profit activity formed for the ongoing conduct of lawful business, including:
- Sole proprietorship
- Partnership (limited or general)
- Holding company
- Joint venture
- Corporation
- Business trust or other entity
Note: this does not include noncommercial activity, such as owning a personal residence.
Capital Investment
Two minimums, where you invest matters.
Capital includes cash, equipment, inventory, other tangible property, and cash equivalents, valued at fair market value in U.S. dollars. Capital acquired by unlawful means does not qualify, and investment capital cannot be borrowed.
Standard
$1.8M
The general minimum qualifying investment in the United States.
Targeted Employment Area
$900K
For investments in a rural area or an area with unemployment of at least 150% of the national average.
Job Creation
10 full-time jobs for qualifying U.S. workers.
Created or preserved within two years of admission as a Conditional Permanent Resident (or, in some cases, a reasonable time after). Full-time means a position of at least 35 hours per week.
Direct Jobs
Identifiable jobs for qualified employees inside the enterprise the EB-5 investor funded directly.
Indirect Jobs
Jobs created collaterally through Regional Center investments. Only available when affiliated with a Regional Center.
Note: A "qualified employee" is a U.S. citizen, LPR, or other work-authorized immigrant, not the investor, the investor's spouse or children, or any nonimmigrant visa holder.
Regional Centers
Pre-approved EB-5 vehicles , no need to build a business yourself.
Regional Centers are pre-approved entities that handle the structure and operations for an immigrant investor who doesn't want to launch their own business. There are currently more than 50 Regional Centers. Robert West can help you evaluate and select the one that fits your goals, at the $900,000 investment level (versus $1.8M for a traditional EB-5).
Alternatives
Not ready for EB-5? Consider an E-2.
E-2 Treaty Investor
For nationals of countries with a qualifying treaty with the United States. Typically faster to obtain, most E-2 investors put up $200K–$300K and hire four or five workers. Does not grant permanent residency.
EB-5 vs E-2
EB-5 leads to a green card for the investor and immediate family; E-2 is renewable but always tied to the investment. We can help you pick the right path based on your goals, country of citizenship, and capital availability.
Results & Testimonials
Outcomes that change lives.
"Excellent communication from start to finish. I always knew exactly where my case stood and what to expect next."
Maria A B De Waal
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10 stars if I could!
"Mr. West is brilliant and compassionate. He treated us like family and won our case when others said it couldn't be done."
Myron Joy De Leon
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"We are forever grateful. Our K-1 process was smooth, and we're now happily married thanks to this incredible legal team."
Chandler & Kate
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"Professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly responsive. Robert West knows immigration law inside and out."
Patricia-Ann Dickinson
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"After years of frustration with other attorneys, Robert resolved my case in months. Truly the best in Las Vegas."
Lisa M.
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"He fought hard for my husband during his removal proceedings and won. We will never forget what he did for our family."
Laura C.
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"Honest, direct, and effective. Robert told us exactly what to expect and delivered every step of the way."
Ty S.
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"I am now a US citizen because of Robert West. The whole team is professional, kind, and worth every penny."
Jennifer L.
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"Robert handled my employment-based green card with precision. Approved on the first try with zero RFEs."
Kimberly Lo
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"Highly recommend this firm. Clear pricing, no surprises, and excellent results for my parents' visa case."
Joe C.
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"El mejor abogado de inmigración en Las Vegas. Muy profesional y atento, habla español y entiende nuestras necesidades."
Sergio G.
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"Robert West and his team made what felt impossible feel possible. They were patient, clear, and genuinely cared about our family's outcome."
Marcy
Verified Client Review
"Excellent communication from start to finish. I always knew exactly where my case stood and what to expect next."
Maria A B De Waal
Verified Client Review
10 stars if I could!
"Mr. West is brilliant and compassionate. He treated us like family and won our case when others said it couldn't be done."
Myron Joy De Leon
Verified Client Review
"We are forever grateful. Our K-1 process was smooth, and we're now happily married thanks to this incredible legal team."
Chandler & Kate
Verified Client Review
"Professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly responsive. Robert West knows immigration law inside and out."
Patricia-Ann Dickinson
Verified Client Review
"After years of frustration with other attorneys, Robert resolved my case in months. Truly the best in Las Vegas."
Lisa M.
Verified Client Review
"He fought hard for my husband during his removal proceedings and won. We will never forget what he did for our family."
Laura C.
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"Honest, direct, and effective. Robert told us exactly what to expect and delivered every step of the way."
Ty S.
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"I am now a US citizen because of Robert West. The whole team is professional, kind, and worth every penny."
Jennifer L.
Verified Client Review
"Robert handled my employment-based green card with precision. Approved on the first try with zero RFEs."
Kimberly Lo
Verified Client Review
"Highly recommend this firm. Clear pricing, no surprises, and excellent results for my parents' visa case."
Joe C.
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"El mejor abogado de inmigración en Las Vegas. Muy profesional y atento, habla español y entiende nuestras necesidades."
Sergio G.
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