Obtaining an investor visa in the United States generally involves using the EB-5 Visa Program. This program allows foreign investors to obtain a Green Card (permanent residence) for themselves and their immediate families by making a significant investment in a new commercial business in the United States. Here are the general steps to follow to obtain an EB-5 Visa:
- Eligibility: Make sure you meet the eligibility requirements. The main ones are intending to invest $1,800,000 in a new business venture (or $900,000 if the investment is made in a rural or designated high unemployment area), and generating at least 10 full-time jobs for skilled workers in the United States.
- Selection of an Investment Project: Find a suitable investment project that you are interested in and that meets EB-5 requirements. You can invest directly or through an EB-5 Regional Center, which is an entity that manages projects that meet the program requirements.
- Make the Investment: Transfer the required investment to the chosen project in a controlled account. Make sure the funds come from a legitimate source and that you meet the investment requirements.
- Apply for the EB-5 Visa: File an EB-5 visa petition with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). This is done through Form I-526, Immigrant Petition by Foreign Investor. You must include evidence of your investment and documentation that supports your eligibility.
- Wait for Approval of Form I-526: Once USCIS approves your Form I-526, you can move on to the next step.
- Application for Adjustment of Status or Immigrant Visa: If you are already in the United States with a valid visa, you can apply for an adjustment of status to obtain a Green Card. If you are outside the United States, you must complete consular processing to obtain an immigrant visa.
- Comply with the Conditions: The Green Card obtained through EB-5 is initially conditional and lasts two years. You must file Form I-829, Petition to Removal of Resident Alien Conditions, before the conditional Green Card expires to demonstrate that you have met the investment and employment requirements.
- Obtain the Permanent Green Card: If the USCIS approves the I-829 petition, you will receive a permanent Green Card that grants you permanent residence in the United States.
- Apply for Citizenship: After holding the Green Card for a period of time, usually five years, you may qualify for U.S. citizenship if you meet additional requirements.
Este es un proceso complejo y se recomienda encarecidamente buscar el asesoramiento respectivo con experiencia en el programa EB-5 para garantizar que se cumplan todos los requisitos y procedimientos adecuadamente. Además, los requisitos y montos de inversión pueden cambiar.
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