Celebrating 15 Years of Empowering Global Families on Their Immigration Journeys
U.S. Immigration Fund (USIF) is celebrating its 15-year anniversary. This milestone has been made possible by the thousands of families who have entrusted us with...
Wave Spa Condos EB-5 Phase Receives I-526E & I-485 Approval
USCIS further validates this EB-5 project as an approved path toward U.S. residency for foreign investors. Every EB-5 journey begins with a decision to build...
EB-5 Remains the Family-Friendly Immigration Choice
The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program remains one of the most cost-effective and family-friendly pathways to U.S. residency, offering both a return on investment and lasting benefits, including...
A Landmark Deal in EB-5 Real Estate Receives $515M Commitment from Blackstone
At a time when the broader immigration landscape may experience greater scrutiny and volatility, USIF’s 1 Journal Square (The Journal) project stands as a reminder that opportunities...
CASE STUDY – USCIS Approves USIF’s Proprietary EB-5 Loan Program
June 9, 2025 — In a landmark achievement, U.S. Immigration Fund (USIF) secured USCIS approval for the first I-526E petition using its proprietary EB-5 loan...
U.S. Immigration Fund Achieves Landmark EB-5 Milestone with USCIS Approval of I-526E Petition Utilizing Proprietary Loan Structure
USCIS Approval Confirms Strength of USIF’s Proprietary EB-5 Loan Program New York, NY – June 5, 2025 — U.S. Immigration Fund (USIF), a leading EB-5...
Tariff Turbulence and EB-5 Investor Challenges
How Trump-Era Tariffs Are Shaping EB-5 Investment Viability With President Trump back in office and reigniting a tough stance on trade, global markets are...
Tariff Concerns: Why Vietnamese Investors Should Start the EB-5 Process Now
The United States’ evolving trade policies could significantly impact Vietnam’s economy, particularly if the proposed 46% tariff on Vietnamese exports is implemented. With the U.S....
Will Donald Trump’s Gold Card visa find takers?
Experts feel the US’s current EB-5 visa has more benefits, while other countries offer more attractive Golden Visa opportunities Trump’s proposal to introduce a $5-million...
The $5 Million Gold Card vs. EB-5: Facts, Process, and More
Introduction: Separating Hype from Reality Recent discussions about a proposed $5 million “Gold Card” visa have sparked widespread speculation. Some reports suggest it will replace...
Worried About H-1B? EB-5 Could Be a Better Option for Indians
Akshat Gupta, Director of Business Development at US Immigration Fund (USIF), explains how the EB-5 visa works and why it could be an option for...
Indian investors must act now to secure their EB5 visa before Trump 2.0 kicks in. Here’s how they can
Indian investors must act quickly to navigate visa retrogression and secure priority dates, visa expert Nicholas Mastroianni III advices. Indian investors are challenged and presented...
EB-5 Retrogression Alert: Action Needed for Indian & Chinese Investors
Visa retrogression occurs when the demand for EB-5 immigrant visas surpasses supply, leading to delays. Investors from high-demand countries like India and China face longer...
Jan 2025 EB-5 Visa Bulletin: Delay for Indians in Set-Aside Categories
EB-5 investors are warned by the January 2025 Visa Bulletin about potential visa backlogs in the rural and high-unemployment area set-aside categories. (FE Online) Visa...
H-1B in 2025: Rethinking US immigration pathways
In a climate where policies may shift quickly, considering a range of immigration options can be the most prudent path For more than three decades,...
USCIS protects genuine investors in EB-5 green card program
The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has updated its policy manual to protect ‘good faith’ investors in the EB-5 program. This change aims to...
U.S. Immigration Fund’s Project Summit NJ Secures I-956F Approval
JERSEY CITY, Oct. 15, 2024—U.S. Immigration Fund is proud to announce that its premier Summit NJ project has received I-956F approval from the United States...
EB-5 visa, an alternative to H-1B lottery for US permanent citizenship
EB-5 visa emerges as a compelling alternative, offering a more secure and stable pathway to permanent residency in the U.S. As H-1B lottery odds plummet...
How EB-5 Visa is a perfect response to F-1 student visa rejections
Here’s a comprehensive look at the challenges of the F-1 visa, the benefits of the EB-5 visa, and a comparative analysis between the two. How...
Essential changes to US’ EB-5 Program: What investors need to know
Synopsis The recent reforms to the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, reauthorized under the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022, emphasize transparency, quicker processing times,...
EB-5 visa offers a direct route to get an US green card & residency
EB-5 visa provides a unique pathway to US permanent residency to those facing long wait times with other employment-based visas. The EB-5 program allows...
F-1 Visa Challenges: Why Indian Students Should Consider the EB-5 Visa
The EB-5 visa program offers Indian students a promising alternative to the challenges of the F-1 visa. It provides a direct route to U.S. permanent...
HT Exclusive: Fix for H-1B Challenges Amid Layoffs & Card Suspension
EB-5 visa expert Nicholas Mastroianni III says Eb-5 “ensures you’re not at the mercy of corporate layoffs and can secure a stable future in the...
Amazon & Google suspending green card applications
Significant layoffs at Amazon and Google, along with the suspension of their US green card applications, have heightened uncertainty for H-1B and F-1 visa holders. These events underscore the...
EB-5 visa Offers a Secure Path for Indians to get American citizenship
The EB-5 visa continues to offer distinct advantages over other employment-based visa categories such as EB-2 and EB-3. Indian professionals and students often face significant...
5 ways the EB-5 visa benefits Indian students in the US
The EB-5 visa offers Indian students a unique pathway to study, work, and settle in the United States. This visa provides significant educational and career...
EB-5 Fee Increase: USIF Offers Financial Help for Indian Students
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has revised the fee structure for the EB-5 visa, impacting Indian students and families. Nicholas A. Mastroianni...
EB-5 investors look for projects that offer financial returns & jobs
EB-5 investors prioritize projects that offer financial returns and demonstrate a solid and feasible job creation strategy. The reliability and track record of developers have...
US EB-5 program allows foreigners to live, work and study in America
THE US EB-5 program allows foreigners to live, work and study in America with green card status. The EB-5 visa is gaining popularity as an...
EB-5 Expert: Partial Investment Lowers Burden as Costs Climb
US to significantly raise fees for non-immigrant visas, including EB-5, impacting immigration policies and international relations. EB-5 visa fees to jump from $3,675 to $11,160....
U.S. Immigration Fund President Shares Tips to Crack EB-5 and Other Visas
“Always seek professional guidance from an experienced immigration attorney,” USIF President and CMO advises every EB5 visa seeker. Is it common for borders to inadvertently...
How to Maximize Success in EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program
The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program stands as a beacon of opportunity for those seeking a pathway to U.S. permanent residency through investment. While it presents inherent risks,...
What EB-5 applicants should do as visa costs soar almost 200%
In a landmark announcement by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), prospective EB-5 visa holders are facing the most significant change since 2016....
9 must-watch overseas education trends for 2024
Here’s the list of the top 9 overseas education trends for students who are planning to pursue their higher education. As we step into 2024,...
Quickest way to a Green Card: Is the EB-5 program worth it?
The primary goal for investors in the EB-5 program is not high financial yields but rather the acquisition of a green card in the shortest...
USCIS Changes 2-year Sustainment Period
USCIS Changes 2-year Sustainment Period Washington, DC, October 12, 2023: USCIS issued a new policy statement providing important new guidance on the EB-5 sustainment period:...
Policy changes in EB-5 visa programme – how does it affect Indian students who want to pursue education in the US
The EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022 reshapes the EB-5 visa program, impacting the minimum investment period. Enacted by the USCIS on October 11,...
Big US visa rule changes in 2023: How United States tweaked regulations for H1B, EB5, F1 visa holders
Major changes have been made to U.S. visa categories in 2023, including the EB-5 visa program, H1B, and F, M, and J visas. These changes...
October Visa Bulletin Opens Up EB-5 Dates for Filing for China and India
October Visa Bulletin Opens Up EB-5 Dates for Filing for China and India The October 2023 Visa Bulletin was released on Friday, September 15, 2023...
USIF Hosts EB-5 Visa Consultation Roadshow Across 9 Indian Cities
The EB-5 seminars are scheduled to take place in nine cities in India, including Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai, Bangalore, Kolkata, Surat, Ahmedabad, and Pune New...
EB-5 Visa Filing Fee Increases postponed until 2024
A noteworthy development in the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) upcoming agenda for the next six months includes a decision to postpone a planned hike...
USIF Hosts Exclusive EB-5 Visa Consultation Roadshow Across India
Over the last few years, India has become the second-largest EB-5 investor market in the world. With an aim to provide families in India an...
The EB-5 Visa: Enhancing Security and Choices for Indian IT Professionals in the United States
The increased difficulty in obtaining and retaining H-1B visas has prompted Indian IT professionals to begin to explore other options. According to data gathered by...
EB-5 visa programme: A pathway for Indian students to study and work in the US
With strategic planning and expert advice, the EB-5 visa remains a compelling pathway for Indian students seeking to study and establish their careers in the...
Postponement of EB-5 Visa Tax Hike Till October 1, 2023, Offers Reprieve to Indian Investors
The allure of the U.S., with its vibrant job market and lifestyle opportunities, captivates numerous Indians, making them eager to secure their family’s futures in...
Exploring US Student Visa Options for Indian Students: From F1 to EB-5 Visas
The US government provides different types of student visas for Indian students, such as J, M, F, and EB-5 visas. Students should note that before...
US Green Card changes are ‘helpful but stingy,’ expert on alternative options for immigrants
The Biden administration has released guidance to ease norms for those waiting for green cards in the US, benefiting Indian technology professionals. The policy focuses...
US Immigration: You should opt for the EB-5 visa over H-1B
Many Indians dream of a job in the US that vastly improves their economic status, and helps them rise up the corporate ladder with their...
How EB-5 is gradually emerging as a preferred alternative to H1B visa
Over the past few years, the H-1B visa program, which enables US employers to hire highly skilled foreign workers, has been facing increasing uncertainty. The...
Amid US H1B visa delay, THIS option is in high demand among Indians
Obtaining an H1B visa from India is a significant challenge owing to the fact that there is always a higher number of applicants than available...
Laid-off H1B visa holders are opting EB5 now: Expert on how to apply.
Large US tech companies like Twitter, Amazon, and Google have recently undergone significant layoffs, leaving many H1B visa workers uncertain about their future in the...
USIF to host free EB-5 consultations across 5 major cities in India in April 2023
The EB-5 seminars are scheduled to take place in five cities in India, including Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Bangalore. With an aim to bring...
5 reasons why Indian EB-5 investors need to invest quickly
Indian investors have been taking advantage of this program for years, with a steady increase in EB-5 applications in the past 12 months. By...
I-829 Approval for USIF EB-5 Investors in 101 Murray, New York City
U.S. Immigration Fund (USIF) is pleased to announce that United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has now issued multiple I-829 approvals for its EB-5...
Tax Increase to Affect Indian EB-5 Investors
The Indian Central Bank recently introduced an increase of its transfer tax, presenting new regulations that will require an upfront 20% Tax Collected at Source...
March 2023 Visa Bulletin Brings Retrogression
Washington, DC, February 15, 2023: The US Department of State released the March Visa Bulletin today. All employment-based preference categories for Indian-born applicants retrogressed. The...
USCIS Seeks to Increase EB-5 Fees
On January 3, 2023, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) published a proposed rule to adjust certain immigration and naturalization filing fees. If...
Residency through an EB-5 Investment Visa can provide access to lower in-state tuition and higher acceptance rates.
Did you know residency through an EB-5 Investment Visa can provide access to lower in-state tuition and higher acceptance rates?
December EB-5 Visa Bulletin
This month, USCIS will continue to accept adjustment of status applications based on the monthly Visa Bulletin’s Dates for Filing Chart, rather than the Final Action...
November 2022 Visa Bulletin: Final Action Dates
This month, USCIS will continue to accept adjustment of status applications based on the monthly Visa Bulletin’s Dates for Filing Chart, rather than the Final...
Another Successful U.S. Immigration Fund EB-5 Investment Repaid
U.S. Immigration Fund is exceptionally pleased to announce the full repayment to 113 investors from the AREA15 project in Las Vegas, Nevada. This repayment process...
Investors Can Begin Filing I-526E Petitions in USIF Project: The Wave Spa in New Jersey
U.S. Immigration Fund, LLC (“USIF”), one of the largest EB-5 Regional Center operators in the United States with over 5,000 EB-5 investors and over $2.5 billion in EB-5 capital,...
EB-5 Regional Center Doors are Officially Open to EB-5 Foreign Investors
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Recent lawsuits regarding the EB-5 Regional Center Immigration Program have received successful outcomes that open the program to foreign investors who want to immigrate...
July 2022 Visa Bulletin: Final Action Dates
The EB-5 Visa Bulletin for July 2022 has been released by the U.S. Department of State- Bureau of Consular Affairs. FINAL ACTION DATES The Final...
EB-5 Regional Center Lawsuits Receive Favorable Preliminary Injunction Ordering the Immediate Start of the EB-5 Regional Center Program
Effective June 23, 2022, The Federal Court for the Northern District of California granted and ordered USCIS to stop treating formerly deauthorized designated regional centers as such and they must be permitted to operate.
USCIS Releases Application Form I-956 for Regional Center Designation
JUPITER, FL – As of May 13th, 2022 USCIS has launched a new regional center program that requires Form I-956 for Regional Center Designations. With the...
USIF & Liu, Chen & Hoffman LLP Close Divesture transactions with EB-5 Investors
USIF has closed divestiture transactions with various EB-5 investors represented by Liu, Chen & Hoffman LLP, “LCH,” a New York and Silicon Valley corporate law...
May 2022 Visa Bulletin Update
The EB-5 Visa Bulletin for May 2022 has been released by the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Consular Affairs. The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2022,...
Favorable Updates for the EB-5 Regional Center Program
Earlier this month, the president signed and approved the FY2022 Omnibus Appropriations Bill, which includes updates to the EB-5 program. The EB-5 Regional Center program is...
EB-5 Regional Center Program is Reauthorized by Congress
U.S. Immigration Fund Chairman Nick Mastroianni II Comments on the Reauthorization of the EB-5 Regional Center Program. Earlier this week, both the Senate and the...
Judge Challenges Trump-Era EB-5 Rule Changes which could Lower Investment Amount Requirements
EB-5 program changes that make it more difficult to garner foreign investment could soon be reversed by U.S. Magistrate Judge Jacqueline Scott Corley. Despite the...
May 2021 Visa Bulletin: Final Action Dates
The Eb-5 Visa Bulletin for May 2021 has been released by the U.S. Department of State- Bureau of Consular Affairs. FINAL ACTION DATES The Final...
April 2021 EB-5 Visa Bulletin Released
The EB-5 Visa Bulletin for April 2021 has been released for mainland China, Vietnam, and the rest of the world. As of April, Vietnam’s action...
EB-5 Visas and President Biden’s Immigration Plan
Key provisions regarding the EB-5 Program were included in President Biden’s reform bill, the U.S. Citizenship Act of 2021, which was released to the public...
The Future of the EB-5 Program
The EB-5 Regional Center Program was renewed until June 30, 2021 a part of the continuing legislation passed by Congress and approved by the former...
U.S. Immigration Announces I-924, I-526 Approvals for 1568 Broadway
US Immigration Fund (USIF) has announced the much-anticipated I-924 project approval of the distinguished 1568 Broadway project in New York City, as well as the...
Temporary Suspension of Immigration to the United States: Executive Order Signed by President
Washington, D.C. April 24: President Trump signed an Executive Order (the “Proclamation”) on Thursday which temporarily suspends immigration to the United states effective for 60...
Potential Increase in EB-5 Visas to Spark Economy Amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic
The Trump administration is considering an increase in the number of EB-5 visas available per year to offset the financial strain the United States is...
EB-5 Extension Until Sept. 30, 2020
Washington D.C., Dec. 19, 2019: The House of Representatives and the Senate have approved legislation that extends the EB-5 Regional Center Program until September 30,...
EB-5 Investment Amounts Increase to $900,000 and $1.8 Million
Washington D.C., November 26, 2019: The new EB-5 regulations went into effect on November 21, 2019. New Minimum EB-5 Investment Requirements Here is what you...
Minimum EB-5 Investment Increases to $900,000 and 1,800,000 Effective November 21, 2019
This November, the EB-5 program – which enables foreign investors to obtain a United States green card – will require a minimum EB-5 investment amount...
House Passes the President’s Bipartisan Deal to Lift Budget Spending Caps
The House of Representatives passed the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2019 by a vote of 284-149. This approves the agreement between President Trump and congressional...
Final Rule Announced: Increased EB-5 Investments to $900,000 and $1.8 Million Starting November 21, 2019
Washington, D.C. – July 23, 2019 – U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will publish the Final Rule containing new EB-5 regulations on July 24,...
Major Changes to EB-5 Program Approaching
Below is a compilation of all the latest happenings around the EB-5 program regulation and reform. Based on the Office of Management and Budget’s review...
OMB Finalizes Review of EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program: Changes Imminent
The Update On June 27, the Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB) Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) finished its review regarding the EB-5...
Increase in Interest for EB-5 in India – EB-5 India Reaches its per Country Limit in July, 2019
Jupiter, FL—Interest continues to increase for the EB-5 visa around the globe, and specifically for Indian nationals. EB-5 India Update The monthly Visa Bulletin published by the...
Proposed EB-5 Reform: Cut Visa Waiting Lists & Raise Minimum EB-5 Amount
On May 17th, 2019, EB-5 industry leaders wrote a letter for action to U.S. Senate and House leaders from both parties to authorize EB-5 reform....
EB-5 Visas issued to Indians Quadruple over Two Years
According to the US Department of State, the number of Indian citizens who have been issued EB-5 visas has quadrupled since 2017. Indians were issued...
EB-5 Usage Numbers Indicate Delayed Waiting List for Indian Investors
The most recent visa numbers indicate a Vietnam EB-5 advance and a delayed Indian EB-5 waiting list. As I.A. Donoso & Associates reports, “The EB-5...
Bizzi and Partners Announce USIF Project, 125 Greenwich Topping Off
A version of this article was first published on Off The Mrkt This week, real estate firm Bizzi & Partners announced that 125 Greenwich Street...
The XI at 76 Eleventh Avenue Features Massive Retail Space on the High Line
A version of this article was first published on the New York Post The highly anticipated XI recently topped out earlier this month and has...
Vanity Fair Features 701 Times Square’s Premiere Party for The Edition Hotel
Vanity Fair recently featured an article discussing the newest Edition Hotel designed by Ian Schrager located in Times Square New York, at 701 Times Square...
Overview: I-526 and I-829 Processing Data for FY2018 Q4
USCIS recently updated data for petitions processed in FY2018 Q4. These quarterly trends help investors understand the demand for EB-5 visas per country and, ultimately,...
H-1B Lottery Reversal Sparks Increased Applications for EB-5 Program
Many existing H-1B applicants have decided to instead apply for the EB-5 program now that the lottery has reversed, putting all applicants with master’s degrees...
EB-5 February 15th Update: What Investors can Expect for the Future of EB-5
As part of the agreement by Congress and the president to end the government funding stalemate, the EB-5 program will be authorized through September 30,...
Regional Center EB-5 Resumes, As Indian Waiting List Looms
Washington, D.C. – February 8, 2019 With government funding and the EB-5 Regional Center program extended through Feb. 15, 2019, Indian-born investors are reacting to...
Government Reopened as Shutdown Temporarily Ceases and EB-5 Regional Center Program Officially Reinstated
The president has agreed to temporarily reopen the federal government until February 15th. The president signed a three-week extension that will end the government shutdown....
EB-5 Regional Center Program Extended Until December 21, 2018
The federal government has taken steps to extend the operations of the U.S. government until December 21, 2018. These measures would therefore extend the current...
Washington Update: EB-5 Regional Center Program Reauthorization Extended to December
Amidst looming concern with the EB-5 Regional Center program potentially expiring on September 30th, 2018, over the last week, the U.S. Congress has passed legislation...
Naturalization Data Show How Desirable US Citizenship Actually Is
Each year, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) publishes its annual Yearbook of Immigration Statistics. The Yearbook contains a trove of data, with FY 2016’s...
Indian Investors choosing EB-5 Visa over H-1B for U.S. Residency
EB-5 visa applications soar in response to continual H-1B administration changes. Earlier this year, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) updated immigration policies, severely impacting...
Top Investors from South Africa Choose EB-5 Investor Visa for Immigration
Investing in a U.S. business is incredibly desirable for South African Investors looking to Immigrate to the United States. There is no question that immigration...
The US is rejecting more and more Indian H-1B applicants
With Trump’s “American Hire” order signed in April of 2017, Indian applicants are having a more difficult time getting H-1B visas approved. However, the EB-5 visa program is...
USIF Announces I-829 Approvals for The Charles EB-5 Project
I-829 approvals are continuing to be issued for the successful U.S. Immigration Fund EB-5 project, The Charles, in New York’s Upper East Side neighborhood. U.S....
Despite Backlogs, Popularity Grows—Why The EB-5 Visa Is Still Coveted
May 17, 2018 What is it about the EB-5 visa that makes it still so highly coveted? There are other visa categories, but none...
Living My Indian-American Dream
June 25, 2018 By: Harjit Singh There’s little security in an H-1B; quitting the company that sponsored you or getting fired can get you ousted...
The 10 Most Important EB-5 Green Card Benefits
The EB-5 Program is drastically growing and improving, while enabling high net worth Foreign Investors to obtain a U.S. Visa by investing in a U.S. business...
The Number Of Indian EB-5 Visa Applications Filed Skyrocketed
By EB-5 Daily In just the past several months, the EB-5 Program has seen a dramatic increase in the number of Indian EB-5 visa applications...
Indians Flock to America’s ‘Golden Visa’
By Indian Times Daily Facing a crackdown on their favorite visa to enter the United States, hundreds of wealthy Indians are turning to another program...
Demand For EB-5 Visas Grows In These Countries
The demand for EB-5 visas is growing in multiple countries according to a new report given by the Chief of the Visa Controls Office at...
EB-5 Process Management, Investor Safeguards and other key considerations when selecting a Regional Center
Nicholas Mastroianni III, President of U.S. Immigration Fund, LLC The U.S. Congress created the EB-5 Program in 1990 in order to enable high net...
The 5 Basic EB-5 Visa Requirements Plus Tips
Here are the 5 basic EB-5 visa requirements as well as a few tips that can help with the process. While the EB-5 Program can...
Congress Passes Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2018 Extending EB-5 Program
March 23, 2018 Washington, D.C. – March 23, 2018: Yesterday, the House of Representatives and the Senate each passed the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2018,...
EB-5 visa: Why is it getting more popular than the H-1B?
By Study International Staff | March 19, 2018 In the US, there is a visa programme that makes foreigners eligible for permanent residence if they...
Proposed EB-5 Bill: EB-5 Immigrant Investor Visa and Regional Center Comprehensive Reform Act (“EB-5 CRA”)
Washington, D.C. – March 9, 2018: Yesterday, Congress released a working draft of a new bill to reform the EB-5 visa program. The bill proposes...
EB-5 Visa plan, a good option for Indians wishing to move to the US
Indians are fifth largest investors in the program: US official NEW DELHI | March 1 The EB-5 Visa Program could be a good alternative for...
Demand for EB-5 visa on the rise
DECCAN CHRONICLE. | NAVEENA GHANATE | Mar 1, 2018 Due to speculation over the increase in minimum investments for the EB-5 (employment-based fifth preference) immigrant investor...
USIF warns that EB5 visa requirements for HNIs may undergo change
EB-5 visas are sought by HNIs seeking permanent residency in US Romita Majumdar | Mumbai | February 28 America’s leading EB-5 Regional Center, US Immigration...
EB-5 and the Immigration Legislative Landscape
Washington, D.C. – February 26, 2018: Two weeks ago, the Senate began negotiations for legislative changes to immigration law, using a “shell bill” introduced by...
H-1B Visa Holders Are Now Applying For EB-5 — Here’s Why…
As the H-1B visa program faces future uncertainty, especially under the Trump administration, many H-1B visa holders are turning to the EB-5 Program as a...
Will There be a Grace Period if USCIS EB-5 Regulations Are Adopted in February 2018?
Last year, the DHS accelerated its rule-making schedule to adopt proposed new regulations on the EB-5 regional center program in February of 2018. The new...
Does the USCIS Stop Processing Petitions if the Federal Government Shuts Down?
As negotiations on Capitol Hill continue to reach agreement on a bill to fund operations of the U.S. federal government, many wonder whether U.S. Citizenship...
Congress Passes Continuing Resolution Extending EB-5 Program
Washington, D.C., December 22, 2017—This week, the House of Representatives and the Senate each passed a continuing resolution extending the operation of the U.S. federal...
EB-5 PROGRAM UPDATE
EB-5 PROGRAM EXTENDED WITHOUT CHANGES FOR TWO WEEKS Washington, D.C., Dec. 8, 2017—The House and Senate passed a continuing resolution, H.J. Res. 123, on Thursday,...
Top 5 Questions from Indian Investors Concerning the EB-5 Process
Washington, D.C. – November 27, 2017: Having travelled to India frequently during the last 12 months, attorneys Ignacio Donoso and Dennis Tristani at I.A....
USCIS EB-5 Processing
Washington, D.C. – November 20, 2017: The recent USCIS EB-5 Stakeholder Engagement held in New York on November 7, 2017 provided some frank statements by...
US Immigration Fund aims to raise $125 million by 2018 from India for investments in US
USIF aims to help 250 Indian investors immigrate to the United States through the EB-5 program by raising USD 125 million in foreign investment from...
USIF partners Chopras group to promote EB-5 visa
Nov 07 NEW DELHI: US Immigration Fund has tied up with education firm The Chopras group to promote EB-5 visa in India and aims to...
Chopras Group, U.S. Immigration Fund aim to raise $125M by 2018 from India for investments in U.S.
New Delhi [India], Nov. 7 (ANI-BusinessWire India): A leading education group, The Chopras Group and U.S. Immigration Fund (USIF), America’s leading foreign direct investment firm...
U.S. Immigration Fund and The Chopras Group Partner to bring Indian Citizens a Future in the United States
October 20th, 2017 | Delhi: U.S. Immigration Fund in partnership with The Chopras, India’s leading higher education business, is bringing families in India business, education,...
Interest in EB-5 Visas in India Jumps Forward in 2017
Indian investors are pursing EB-5 immigrant investor visas in greater numbers than ever before. The EB-5 immigrant visa allows qualifying investors to receive green cards, based...
OMB Sets April 2018 Deadline for DHS EB-5 Regulations
September 5, 2017 The EB-5 immigrant investor regional center program may wait until April 2018 before it sees final rule making changes, according to an updated...
September 2017- EB-5 Regional Center Program Outlook: Extension and Reform or RAISE Act?
August 28, 2017 As we reach the end of August 2017, legislators on Capitol Hill and USCIS have been tight-lipped about the future of the...
EB-5 visa: 1st choice of Indian parents for higher education of children
The United States has historically been the most lucrative economy to migrate to for Indian students. The past decade has seen a massive rise in the number of Indian students studying in the States.
EB 5 visa vs H1B visa: Top choice for Indian students changing after Donald Trump crackdown; what you should know
Here are all the benefits and important points about EB 5 visa program: Published: July 13, 2017 6:43 PM Amid the confusion over the future...
Congress Extends EB-5 Regional Center Program Until September 30, 2017
May 3, 2107 Congress has agreed to extend the EB-5 Regional Center program until September 30, 2017, with no changes. The extension of the EB-5...
Ensuring a Sound Investment through Due Diligence
As a potential EB-5 investor, it is imperative to perform your own due diligence in the firm you are investing with as well as the...
Chinese Immigration to US Continues to Rise
Approximately 3.79 million Chinese are living in the United States, 2.2 million of whom were born in China, according to the UN Department of Economic...
US Home Sales Hit All Time High in 6 ½ Years
US home sales hit an all time high in 6.5 years August 2013, causing a surge in homebuyers to re-enter the market. Buyers are not...
U.S. Immigration Bill Could Lead to Foreign-Born Population Boom
According to the Congressional Budget Office (CBO), S.744, also known as the Gang of Eight Bill, would increase legal immigration into the United States, thus...
Chinese Citizens Who Wish To Leave Country Have Options
Wealthy Chinese who want to leave their homeland are seeing a rise in competition among other countries to attract them and their families. While many...
Immigration Reform Bill Reaches House, Expected to Pass
As the Immigration Reform bill reaches the House of Representatives many speculate Speaker of House to allow vote. Immigration reform, house of representatives, bill, vote...
Manhattan Apartment Drought: Units on Market at Lowest Point in 15 Years
By JENNIFER GOULD KEIL Not only can you not afford to buy a Manhattan apartment — you can’t even find one now. The number of...
Immigration Reform Bill Passes Senate
On June 27, 2013, a majority of US senators passed a bipartisan immigration reform bill that grants 11 million undocumented immigrants immediate legal status and...
USCIS Publishes NEW EB-5 Policy Memorandum
On May 30, 2013, USCIS published a new EB-5 Policy Memorandum that implemented policies from prior drafts to implement worthwhile changes. The May 30 memorandum...
USIF Principles Attend AILA Annual Conference in San Francisco
The AILA Annual Conference is scheduled to take place June 26-29, 2013, in San Francisco, California. The four-day conference is the largest gathering of the...
Foreign Investment Making Harbourside a Reality in Jupiter – June 2013
Using a foreign investor program to raise $100 million, the developer of Harbourside says he is building a “Mizner Park on the waterfront” that will...
Immigration Overhaul Update: Amendment Debate
On the week of May 7, 2013, the Senate debated 32 proposed changes to the immigration bill related to border security. Of the 32 proposals,...
Americans Agree Immigration Policy Needs Change
A Pew Research Center for the People survey found that Americans overwhelmingly say the nation’s immigration policy is in need of sweeping changes. Of the...
USCIS Releases May 2013 Visa Bulletin
Each month, the USCIS releases a bulletin announcing the availability of immigration approvals during the following month. The bulletin also sets out the ‘cut off...
Second Generation Asian Americans Better Off than Immigrant Parents
Second generation adult children of immigrants are better off than their parents, in terms of socio-economic well-being, according to a Pew Research Center analysis of...
Majority of Americans Support Pathway to Citizenship and Residency for Immigrants
A national survey by the Pew Research Center, conducted March 13-17, 2013, found that seven in 10 Americans say there should be a way for...
Manhattan’s Luxury Apartment Market Flourishing
Manhattan’s luxury market continues to gain heat, as new buildings asking $6,742 a foot are selling at sky high prices well before completion. The demand...
New York City Condo Prices Rise When Near Parks
EB-5 Investors whose funds went to New York City establishments Bryant Park and The Charles have even more exciting news to look forward to, on...
US Immigration Fund to Present at Invest in America Summit & Exhibition
A team of US Immigration Fund representatives and executives is scheduled to present current and prospective projects developed by USIF at the annual Invest in...
Senate Claims Positive Strides on Immigration Reform
Senator John McCain predicted that efforts to craft a wide-ranging, bipartisan immigration reform bill would come together promptly in the Senate, eliminating the need for...
U.S. Immigration Report Released: Rise in Asian Immigration, Educated Immigrants
The Pew Research Hispanic Center recently released a statistical portrait of the foreign- born population within the United States in 2011. The data, which is...
Senate Committee Nears Agreement on Immigration Reform Legislation
Lawmakers in Washington D.C. are reporting progress on bipartisan efforts to reform U.S. immigration laws. An agreement on proposed legislation to change the system could...
Immigration Policy Changes on President’s Agenda
Changes to US immigration laws have taken a front seat in Congressional and Presidential speeches, as both the Senate is working to devise legislation and...
USCIS Celebrates Presidents Day with Citizenship Ceremonies
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recognized Presidents Day by welcoming over 19,000 people as U.S. citizens through 135 naturalization ceremonies across the country...
EB-5 Program Applauded During Senate Judiciary Hearing
During the week of February 11, 2013, as part of President Obama’s agenda for his second term in office, the Senate Judiciary Committee of the...
Fourth Quarter Results Show 2012 as Growing Year for NYC Real Estate
The New York real estate market demonstrated quality improvement over the fourth quarter of 2012, and looks forward to a growing and prospering year in...
Chinese Investors Rivaling Canadians in South Florida Market
Chinese investors are gaining notice for their interest in South Florida, putting a squeeze on Canadian buyers in search of deals, according to recent reports...
Palm Beach County Housing Rebound Top in the Nation
Even though South Florida was one of the hardest hit real estate markets, it’s now the most improved. According to a January report from ZipRealty,...
EB-5 Immigrant Investor Developments on Rise
The promise of opportunity and the safety in investing in the U.S. are bringing more and more individuals to parts of the country that are...
South Florida Real Estate Market Swings Back in 2012, Looks Good for 2013
Real Estate Market Analysts in South Florida expect a transition to more normal market conditions in 2013, meaning 2012 served as a successful year of...
Chinese Immigrants Come to US for Better Education
There are numerous reasons why Chinese individuals decide to leave their native homeland for the United States, which range from problems with China to dreams...
Rich Chinese Emigrating with Help of EB-5 Immigrant Investor Programs
Approximately 33 percent of China’s wealthiest individuals and their families have emigrated to Western nations such as the United States and Australia and another half...
China’s Wealthiest Invest in Better Lives in the United States
While China’s rapid development has improved the lives of many Chinese and made a substantial number of individuals rich, many of the wealthiest citizens are...
Chinese Interest in EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program Expected to Grow
In March of next year, the son of a Communist revolutionary general, Xi Jinping, will take over China’s presidency. According to recent reports from NBC,...
USCIS Develops Website for Foreign Investors
The U.S. government is working to provide easy access to information for foreigners who want to start a business in the country and understand the...
EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program Becoming Popular Among Hotels
While loans in the U.S. are still tough to come by, more and more real estate developers are relying on the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program...
South Florida Real Estate Rebounds as EB-5 Projects Gain Speed
South Florida real estate is selling fast, and well, according to October reports claiming the sales of single-family homes spiked 41.9 percent in Miami-Dade from...
U.S. Mortgage Rates Near Record Lows
Fixed mortgage rates in the United States moved slightly lower in the first week of November, continuing to remain near their all-time low levels amid...
Chinese Concerns on Corruption, Inequality and Safety Rising
Growing concerns about corruption, inequality, and food safety are coming to light in China, according to a recent Pew Research Center study. As the country...
Asia’s Private Banks Helping Investors Find Homes Abroad
Private bankers are beginning to help wealthy Asians find investment and short-term residences overseas, according to recent reports from the International Herald Tribune. The wealth...
EB-5 Investments in South Florida on Rise
EB-5 investments have become a trend within South Florida real estate development over the past year, and are now mixed with other, more traditional investment...
EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program Hits Mainstream: Used by Hilton, Hyatt
The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program reaches far and wide in the real estate development world. As the three-year extension of the program was just approved...
EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program Receives 3-Year Extension
On Thursday, September 13, 2012, the U.S. House of Representatives passed S.3245, the three-year reauthorization of the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program. The bill, introduced by...
Rise in Asian Immigration Results in Rise in Political Representation
The city of Irvine, California was just named one of Money magazine’s top 10 best places to live in the U.S. The mayor for the...
Foreign Investors Boosting NYC Development, Regrowth
Foreign investors are boosting New York City development, according to recent real estate reports. The influx of investment is not only helping to build new...
U.S. Economic Reports Discover Slow but Steady Progress
Economic reports released Tuesday, August 27, 2012 reflected a modest recovery, with slow but steady growth, on a national scale. The numbers showed an annual...
Chinese Continue to Seek Immigration Opportunities
While many popular Chinese immigrant destinations are tightening immigration rules, Chinese nationals with growing wealth and a desire to live elsewhere continue to seek profitable...
Construction Update at Harbourside Place – EB-5 Job Creation
August 21, 2012 With the demolition of Harbourside Place nearly 75% complete, another phase of construction at Harbourside Place is winding down. In the coming...
U.S. Immigration Fund Projects See Bright Future as Real Estate Stabilizes
The summer of 2012 saw positive marks for the South Florida real estate market, according to a report from the Realtors Association of the Palm Beaches....
IIUSA and CDFA Host EB5 Investment Summit
The Association to Invest in the USA (IIUSA) and the Council of Development Finance Agencies (CDFA) hosted the 2012 CDFA National Development Finance Summit on...
EB-5 Immigrant Investor Programs Boost Local Economies
Many state officials are pleased to welcome the three-year extension of the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Regional Center program, acknowledging that the program will provide a...
New York City Real Estate on Rebound
New York City real estate developments that were shelved after the 2008 financial crisis are now switching back on, and include high-end markets across the...
Florida Targeted Employment Areas for EB-5 Investments
As EB-5 investor visa programs use foreign investments to build economically stable and sustainable developments within the United States, the program requires a lower investment...
Asian Americans Surpass Hispanics in Immigration
Asian Americans comprise the highest-income, best-educated, and fastest-growing racial group in the United States, according to a recent report released by Pew Research Group. The...
South Florida Receives Improved Marks on Housing and Jobs
While the June job report did not bear as positive results as hoped, South Florida’s economy seems to show no fear. According to economic reports,...
South Florida Growing, Thanks to International Market
Real estate in Miami, Florida is topping the American market, as stated by the Case-Shiller housing index. According to the recent reports, South Florida (Broward,...
Obama Administration Plan Follows in Footsteps of DREAM Act
On Friday, June 15, 2012, the Obama administration announced the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) would stop deporting and begin granting work permits to individuals...
Corporate Relocations to South Florida Rising in Popularity
A recent study released by the Boyd Company, a corporate-relocation firm in Princeton, New Jersey, found South Florida to be gaining popularity as a place...
U.S. Expects Record High EB-5 Visa Approvals
The State Department plans to issue more than 6,000 EB-5 Visas during the 2012 fiscal year, according to USCIS reports. This will be an all-time...
Hotel Construction Sees Rise in EB-5 Investments
As the US economy turns a new leaf in the financial world, business is beginning to bud, and new construction is returning to American soil....
Obama Administration to Give Work Permits to Younger, Law-abiding Illegal Immigrants
June 15, 2012 By The Associated Press WASHINGTON — The Obama administration will stop deporting and begin granting work permits to younger illegal immigrants who...
Dream Come True: Obama Administration Announces Relief for DREAMers
June 15, 2012 Washington. D.C. – The American Immigration Council applauds today’s announcement by the Obama administration that it will grant deferred action to undocumented...
Chinese Investment and EB-5 Finance Forum Held in Los Angeles
June 14, 2012 – The 2nd Chinese Investment in the US Real Estate and EB-5 Finance Forum will be held in Los Angeles, California, on...
Florida Ranked #2 State for Business
June 4th, 2012 The state of Florida placed second in the “10 Best States for Business in 2012,” an annual survey of CEO opinion conducted...
US Senator Introduces Bill to Make EB-5 Visa Program Permanent
May 31, 2012 On Thursday, May 24, 2012, Senator Patrick Leahy (D-Vt.) introduced legislation seeking to give permanent status to the EB-5 Regional Center Program,...
Price of Single Family Homes Increase in US
May 30, 2012 The National Association of Realtors reported Wednesday, May 9, 2012 the prices of single-family homes climbed in half of the 146 US...
Fannie Mae Survey Shows Confidence in Economy
May 30, 2012 The percentage of Americans who believe the US economy is reaching upward, as well as those who believe home prices are on...
Commercial Real Estate Seeks EB-5 Visa Funding
May 30, 2012 Commercial real estate development is increasingly turning to EB-5 Visa programs and their investors to spearhead projects in Florida and across the...
Chinese EB-5 Applicants on the Rise
May 30, 2012 An increase in Chinese applicants for EB-5 visas in the United States has been noted by immigration lawyers in both the US...
Florida Regional Center Adds Four EB-5 Visas to Harbourside Place Development
May 30, 2012 The Florida Regional Center today announced it recently acquired EB-5 visas for four investors of its Jupiter, Florida, project, Harbourside Place. The...
Manhattan Rental Market Thrives with Record Highs
May 30, 2012 Citi Habitats released a monthly rental market report on May 9, 2012, that announced the residential rental market saw an increase in...
EB-5 Statistics: USCIS Presents New Stats for 2011 – 2012
May 10, 2012 News from Florida Regional Center The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently provided EB-5 statistics on EB-5 Investments, including information...
Florida Regional Center Obtains Four EB5 Visas
April 2, 2012 (Palm Beach Gardens, FL)—Florida Regional Center, a leading government-approved EB-5 Regional Center in South Florida, is pleased to announce four investors of its...
EB-5 Funded Harbourside Place’s Jupiter Riverwalk Extension Completed
PRESS RELEASE – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Palm Beach Gardens, Florida—March 28, 2012 The Town of Jupiter invites residents to the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the completion...
Rise in the Decline of Regional Center Approvals
March 21, 2012 The EB-5 Program is seeing a slowing of the approval of new regional centers across the United States. According to The Daily,...
U.S. Immigration Fund Executives Return from Successful China Trip
U.S. Immigration Fund executives and representatives have just returned form another successful trip to China to meet with EB-5 Visa Investors.
USIF to Showcase at Investment in America 2012 Summit and Exhibition
The U.S. Immigration Fund will be showcasing their EB-5 Projects at the Investment in America 2012 Summit and Exhibition in Shanghai, China. The U.S. Immigration...
EB-5 Critical to America’s Economy
January 16, 2012 The Orlando Sentinel recently published a piece on expanding the EB-5 Visa Program to create more jobs in Florida. Going on to...
EB-5 Viable Option to Improve Unemployment Rates
January 12, 2012 With the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reporting a decrease this month in unemployment to 8.5%, the economy has been in a...
Exciting EB-5 U.S. Visa Opportunities
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida – October 27, 2011 EB-5 Seminar Announcement and Purpose The U.S. Immigration Fund will be holding exciting EB-5 seminars across Mainland...
Upcoming U.S. Immigration Fund EB5 Seminars
PRESS RELEASE – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Hong Kong and Beijing, China – September 20, 2011 The U.S. Immigration Fund will be holding major EB-5 Seminars...
The U.S. Immigration Fund Brings the American Dream to China
PRESS RELEASE – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Palm Beach County – Jupiter, FL – September 16, 2011 The U.S. Immigration Fund has finished an extended tour...
USCIS Begins Implementation of Proposed Enhancements
September 16, 2011 A recent announcement by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), will pave the way for new and improved processing of...
Chinese Investors and U.S. Hotels: A Rising Tide of Opportunity
September 7, 2011 We would like to share a recent article written by HVS about the reasons for choosing to invest in hotel properties with...
Wish Lists of the Wealthy Chinese
September 7, 2011 Residents of developing countries continue to look for new havens in the industrialized world. This recent article discusses Chinese Residents that are...
U.S. Immigration Fund’s Upcoming Chinese Seminar Schedule
September 3, 2011 The U.S. Immigration Fund would like to invite you and your family to one of the many EB-5 Visa seminars we are...
U.S. Immigration Fund Holding Major EB-5 Seminars in China
Wuxi, Shenzhen, Nanning, Hangzhou & Qingdao, China – August 20, 2011 The U.S. Immigration Fund is having a major promotion weekend on August 20 and...
USCIS Proposed Enhancements to EB-5 Visa Processing
August 4, 2011 Created by Congress in 1990, the EB-5 investor program stimulates the U.S. economy through foreign capital investment that results in job creation,...
Editorial: EB-5 could help, not hurt Jupiter
Staff Reports Saturday, January 8, 2011 Understanding the EB-5 Program It may seem as though there are “citizenships for sale” in the federal government’s EB-5...
U.S. Immigration Fund Receives USCIS Approval
U.S. Immigration Fund, www.FLRegionalCenter.com, the U. S. government-approved entity that provides investment opportunities in Florida real estate development projects for foreign nationals through the U.S....
The U.S. Immigration Funds’ presence in Asia and the United States
Engagement at the Wenzhou Expo Nick Mastroianni, manager of the USIF, and his team have been busy traveling and promoting the U.S. Immigration Fund and...
U.S. Immigration Fund Partners with Exclusive Visas
The U.S. Immigration Fund recently announced that it has selected Exclusive Visas to market its future projects to EB-5 investors and to assist in the...
Harbourside Place is U.S. Immigration Fund’s First Project Underway
While the U.S. Immigration Fund has recently announced its plans to expand into Florida’s biotech industry, it is still working on the Harbourside Place project...
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