What are the administrative costs of an EB-5 Regional Center?

Regional Centers charge project-specific administrative fees to cover management, legal compliance, and job creation reporting.

Can the EB-5 investment capital be gifted?

Yes. The investment capital can be gifted by a family member or friend, provided that the lawful source of funds of the donor can be fully documented and verified.

Are USCIS fees refundable if the EB-5 petition is denied?

No. USCIS filing fees are paid to the government and are non-refundable. However, some Regional Centers offer clauses to return the investment capital if the petition is denied.

What is the total cost of the EB-5 visa including fees?

The total cost includes the required investment capital, Regional Center administrative fees, standard government filing fees, and professional legal fees.

EB-5 Visa Cost Breakdown: Investment, Fees & Total Cost

Q: What is the minimum investment for the EB-5 visa?

The minimum investment depends on whether the project is located in a Targeted Employment Area (TEA) or a non-TEA zone, as set by USCIS regulations.

A detailed breakdown of the components that make up the total cost of the EB-5 Investor Visa, including investment capital, USCIS fees, administrative charges, and legal fees.

What is the Total Cost of the EB-5 Visa?

The total cost of obtaining an EB-5 Immigrant Investor Visa involves several components. While the core requirement is the capital investment, applicants must also plan for government filing fees, Regional Center administrative fees, and professional legal fees. The total capital required depends on whether the project is located in a Targeted Employment Area (TEA) or a standard zone.

1. The Core EB-5 Investment Capital

The minimum investment amount depends on the project's geographical location as defined by U.S. regulations:

Targeted Employment Area (TEA): Requires the lower minimum investment threshold. This applies to rural areas, infrastructure projects, or areas with high unemployment.
Non-Targeted Employment Area (Non-TEA): Requires the standard higher investment threshold.

2. Government and USCIS Filing Fees

The U.S. government charges fees at multiple stages of the process. These fees are subject to regular updates by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS):

Form / Stage	Purpose	Fee Status
Form I-526E	Immigrant Petition by Regional Center Investor	USCIS standard fee applies
Form I-829	Petition to Remove Conditions on Green Card	USCIS standard fee applies
DS-260 / I-485	Consular Processing or Adjustment of Status	Standard visa processing fees
USCIS Immigrant Fee	Green Card production fee	Standard fee applies

3. Regional Center Administrative Fees

If you invest through a USCIS-approved Regional Center, the Regional Center charges an administrative fee to cover project management, legal structuring, and job creation tracking. This fee is paid upfront and varies depending on the specific Regional Center project selected.

4. Legal and Attorney Fees

Retaining experienced legal counsel is crucial for navigating the source of funds documentation. Legal fees vary based on the complexity of the investor's source of funds and the specific fee structure of the legal firm handling the case.