Applying for EB-5 Regional Center Designation

APPLYING FOR EB-5 REGIONAL CENTER DESIGNATION

A regional center for EB-5 investment is a well-known economic unit that focuses on economic development in the United States. Investing in the Immigrant Investor Program is encouraged by regional centers designated by USCIS. A foreign investor must be able to show the creation of jobs and investments to qualify for a Green Card under the immigrant investor program. To meet the set criteria, EB-5 investors can choose between two investment models.

■ Moving Forward Investment Model

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Investors must consider both the advantages and disadvantages of both the direct and regional center EB-5 investment models before choosing one.

Foreign direct investment projects usually expect a more active management role, whereas regional center investments require a more passive role.

■ Applying for EB-5 Regional Center Designation It is best to approach the process of EB-5 regional center designation with the assistance of professionals. To apply for the regional center designation, the economic unit must complete and submit Form I-956, along with proper documentation.

Two Investment Models

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