As of March 2025, EB5AN regional centers sponsor more than 2,700 investors from over 70 countries, representing more than $1 billion in invested capital across projects with a total development value in excess of $6 billion.
EB-5 Rural Projects with Priority Processing
Make your journey to a Green Card easier with our range of EB-5 rural projects that offer priority processing and reserved visa availability.
Our industry partners
100%
USCIS Project Approval Rate
40+
EB-5 Investment Funds
3,000+
Families Served
70+
Countries Represented
Featured EB-5 Rural Projects
Below are some of the EB-5 rural projects currently available to qualified investors. Each project is located in a rural targeted employment area (TEA) and structured to meet the requirements of the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program.
Our team works with experienced developers and manages 15 USCIS-compliant regional centers to identify projects with strong fundamentals, clear job-creation potential, and structures designed to support successful immigration outcomes.
Investors can review project details and discuss opportunities with our team before making an investment decision.
- Rural Priority Processing
Toccoa, Georgia
Currahee Club
(Senior Loan)
Master-planned residential community with world-class amenities near Atlanta, Georgia
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- Rural Priority Processing
Toccoa, Georgia
Currahee Club
(Senior Loan)
Master-planned residential community with world-class amenities near Atlanta, Georgia
- Secured Senior Loan
- 4-Year Loan Term
- Under Construction
- Award-Winning Golf Course
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- Rural Priority Processing
Star Tannery, Virginia
Simply Shenandoah
(Senior Loan)
Luxury wellness resort and spa in Shenandoah Valley, near Washington, D.C.
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- Rural Priority Processing
Star Tannery, Virginia
Simply Shenandoah
(Senior Loan)
Luxury wellness resort and spa in Shenandoah Valley, near Washington, D.C.
- I-956F Exemplar Approved
- Secured Senior Loan
- 4-Year Loan Term
- Construction Completion Guaranty
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- Rural Priority Processing
Winter Park, Colorado
Grand Park
(Senior Loan)
Master-planned resort community adjacent to Winter Park Ski Resort, Colorado
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- Rural Priority Processing
Winter Park, Colorado
Grand Park
(Senior Loan)
Master-planned resort community adjacent to Winter Park Ski Resort, Colorado
- I-956F Exemplar Approved
- Secured Senior Loan
- 4-Year Loan Term
- Construction Completion Guaranty
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- Rural Priority Processing
Hoschton, Georgia
Twin Lakes Georgia
(Loan)
1,300-home active adult residential community near Atlanta, Georgia
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- Rural Priority Processing
Hoschton, Georgia
Twin Lakes Georgia
(Loan)
1,300-home active adult residential community near Atlanta, Georgia
- I-956F Exemplar Approved
- Loan Repayment Guaranty
- 340+ I-526E Approvals in Prior Funds
- 850+ Homes Sold
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- Rural Priority Processing
Granbury, Texas
Lakeview Landing
(Equity)
289-unit market-rate multifamily apartment community near Fort Worth, Texas
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- Rural Priority Processing
Granbury, Texas
Lakeview Landing
(Equity)
289-unit market-rate multifamily apartment community near Fort Worth, Texas
- 4.0% Preferred Return
- 3-Year Target Investment Duration
- Under Construction
- Prime Waterfront Location
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- Rural Priority Processing
Granbury, Texas
Lakeview Landing
(Loan)
289-unit market-rate multifamily apartment community near Fort Worth, Texas
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- Rural Priority Processing
Granbury, Texas
Lakeview Landing
(Loan)
289-unit market-rate multifamily apartment community near Fort Worth, Texas
- 3-Year Loan Term
- Under Construction
- Construction Completion Guaranty
- Prime Waterfront Location
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Donnelly, Idaho
Tamarack Resort
(Loan)
America’s only ski, golf, and lake resort with over 50 ski runs, an 18-hole championship golf course, and a full-service marina.
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Donnelly, Idaho
Tamarack Resort
(Loan)
America’s only ski, golf, and lake resort with over 50 ski runs, an 18-hole championship golf course, and a full-service marina.
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Locust, North Carolina
Rocky River Phase I & II
(Loan)
A rural EB-5 project located 30 minutes from Charlotte, North Carolina.
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Locust, North Carolina
Rocky River Phase I & II
(Loan)
A rural EB-5 project located 30 minutes from Charlotte, North Carolina.
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Hoback, Wyoming
Snake River Sporting Club
(Equity)
A successful private community that features the #2 ranked golf course in Wyoming.
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Hoback, Wyoming
Snake River Sporting Club
(Equity)
A successful private community that features the #2 ranked golf course in Wyoming.
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Keystone, Colorado
Kindred Resort at Keystone
(Loan)
Development, construction, and operation of a mixed-use, luxury ski-in/ski-out condominium and hotel development.
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Keystone, Colorado
Kindred Resort at Keystone
(Loan)
Development, construction, and operation of a mixed-use, luxury ski-in/ski-out condominium and hotel development.
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Coalville, Utah
Wohali Utah
(Loan)
A residential community centered around an 18-hole championship golf course located just outside of Park City, Utah.
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Coalville, Utah
Wohali Utah
(Loan)
A residential community centered around an 18-hole championship golf course located just outside of Park City, Utah.
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Georgia
Twin Lakes Phase III–VI
(Loan)
Large residential community development featuring 1,300 homes.
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Georgia
Twin Lakes Phase III–VI
(Loan)
Large residential community development featuring 1,300 homes.
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Hoschton, Georgia
Twin Lakes Georgia Phase II
(Equity)
Amaster-planned active adult community consisting of 1,300 single-family homes and assorted amenities
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Hoschton, Georgia
Twin Lakes Georgia Phase II
(Equity)
Amaster-planned active adult community consisting of 1,300 single-family homes and assorted amenities
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Hoschton, Georgia
Twin Lakes Georgia Phase I
(Equity)
Amaster-planned active adult community consisting of 1,300 single-family homes and assorted amenities
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Hoschton, Georgia
Twin Lakes Georgia Phase I
(Equity)
Amaster-planned active adult community consisting of 1,300 single-family homes and assorted amenities
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Cape Charles, Virginia
Bay Creek
(Equity)
A premier rural EB-5 project located on the eastern shore of the Chesapeake Bay in Cape Charles, Virginia.
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Cape Charles, Virginia
Bay Creek
(Equity)
A premier rural EB-5 project located on the eastern shore of the Chesapeake Bay in Cape Charles, Virginia.
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Urban TEA EB-5 Investment Projects
Urban TEA projects allow EB-5 applicants to invest in established developments in major U.S. markets while still meeting the program’s lower investment threshold and securing set-aside visas.
EB5 Visa Investments offers a selection of urban EB-5 projects alongside its rural investment opportunities.
Newnan, Georgia
Spring Haven
(Loan)
700-home active adult residential community near Atlanta, Georgia
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Newnan, Georgia
Spring Haven
(Loan)
700-home active adult residential community near Atlanta, Georgia
- I-956F Exemplar Approved
- Loan Repayment Guaranty
- All Required Jobs Created
- 200+ Homes Sold
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Brandon, Florida
Brandon Multifamily
(Equity)
280-unit market-rate multifamily apartment community near Tampa, Florida
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Brandon, Florida
Brandon Multifamily
(Equity)
280-unit market-rate multifamily apartment community near Tampa, Florida
- I-956F Exemplar Approved
- 5.0% Preferred Return
- 3-Year Target Investment Duration
- Proven Multifamily Structure
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Brandon, Florida
Brandon Multifamily
(Loan)
280-unit market-rate multifamily apartment community near Tampa, Florida
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Brandon, Florida
Brandon Multifamily
(Loan)
280-unit market-rate multifamily apartment community near Tampa, Florida
- I-956F Exemplar Approved
- Loan Repayment Guaranty
- 3-Year Loan Term
- Proven Multifamily Structure
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Palmetto, Florida
Terra Ceia Multifamily
(Loan)
A new rental apartment development comprised of 276 units and amenity space
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Palmetto, Florida
Terra Ceia Multifamily
(Loan)
A new rental apartment development comprised of 276 units and amenity space
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Palmetto, Florida
Terra Ceia Multifamily
(Equity)
A new rental apartment development comprised of 276 units and amenity space
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Palmetto, Florida
Terra Ceia Multifamily
(Equity)
A new rental apartment development comprised of 276 units and amenity space
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Tampa, Florida
ONE Tampa
(Loan)
A luxury residential condominium tower comprised of 225 condominium units, retail space, and amenities
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Tampa, Florida
ONE Tampa
(Loan)
A luxury residential condominium tower comprised of 225 condominium units, retail space, and amenities
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Denver, Colorado
RIV Denver
(Loan)
Consists of 196 residential apartment units, associated amenities, and 5,500 square feet of rentable retail space.
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Denver, Colorado
RIV Denver
(Loan)
Consists of 196 residential apartment units, associated amenities, and 5,500 square feet of rentable retail space.
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Boynton Beach, Florida
Boynton Beach Multifamily
(Loan)
An active adult multifamily apartment development in Boynton Beach, Florida.
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Boynton Beach, Florida
Boynton Beach Multifamily
(Loan)
An active adult multifamily apartment development in Boynton Beach, Florida.
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St. Petersburg, Florida
Saltaire St. Petersburg Phase II
(Loan)
A 35-story tower development project housing 192 luxury condominiums and expansive retail space.
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St. Petersburg, Florida
Saltaire St. Petersburg Phase II
(Loan)
A 35-story tower development project housing 192 luxury condominiums and expansive retail space.
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St. Petersburg, Florida
Saltaire St. Petersburg Phase I
(Equity)
A 35-story tower development project housing 192 luxury condominiums and expansive retail space.
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St. Petersburg, Florida
Saltaire St. Petersburg Phase I
(Equity)
A 35-story tower development project housing 192 luxury condominiums and expansive retail space.
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Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Hyatt Fort Lauderdale Phase II
(Loan)
A premier development in downtown Fort Lauderdale.
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Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Hyatt Fort Lauderdale Phase II
(Loan)
A premier development in downtown Fort Lauderdale.
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Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Hyatt Fort Lauderdale Phase I
(Loan)
A premier development in downtown Fort Lauderdale.
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Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Hyatt Fort Lauderdale Phase I
(Loan)
A premier development in downtown Fort Lauderdale.
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Delray Beach, Florida
Courtyard by Marriott Delray Beach
(Loan)
A spacious and conveniently located full-service hotel featuring upscale guest rooms, high-end suites, and more.
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Delray Beach, Florida
Courtyard by Marriott Delray Beach
(Loan)
A spacious and conveniently located full-service hotel featuring upscale guest rooms, high-end suites, and more.
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Sarasota, Florida
Artistry Sarasota
(Loan)
Luxurious neighborhood featuring more than 100 acres of water, and 90% of all homes enjoy waterfront views.
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Sarasota, Florida
Artistry Sarasota
(Loan)
Luxurious neighborhood featuring more than 100 acres of water, and 90% of all homes enjoy waterfront views.
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St. Petersburg, Florida
ONE St. Petersburg
(Loan)
A beautiful 41-story tower housing 253 luxury condominiums with expansive retail space.
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St. Petersburg, Florida
ONE St. Petersburg
(Loan)
A beautiful 41-story tower housing 253 luxury condominiums with expansive retail space.
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Sarasota, Florida
Mark Sarasota
(Loan)
Stunning, luxurious living spaces in a prime location.
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Sarasota, Florida
Mark Sarasota
(Loan)
Stunning, luxurious living spaces in a prime location.
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Boca Raton, Florida
Hyatt Place Boca Raton
(Loan)
A 12-story hotel offering guests onsite parking, 200 rooms and suites, and more.
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Boca Raton, Florida
Hyatt Place Boca Raton
(Loan)
A 12-story hotel offering guests onsite parking, 200 rooms and suites, and more.
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Sarasota, Florida
Westin Sarasota
(Loan)
A beautiful, upscale, full-service hotel featuring high-end rooms, suites, food and beverage facilities, and indoor meeting and banquet spaces.
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Sarasota, Florida
Westin Sarasota
(Loan)
A beautiful, upscale, full-service hotel featuring high-end rooms, suites, food and beverage facilities, and indoor meeting and banquet spaces.
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Sarasota, Florida
VUE Sarasota
(Loan)
Offers the pinnacle of luxury condominium living.
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Sarasota, Florida
VUE Sarasota
(Loan)
Offers the pinnacle of luxury condominium living.
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North Palm Beach, Florida
Water Club
(Loan)
A premier, luxury condominium and villa development.
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North Palm Beach, Florida
Water Club
(Loan)
A premier, luxury condominium and villa development.
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Boynton Beach, Florida
Boynton Beach Multifamily
(Equity)
An active adult multifamily apartment development in Boynton Beach, Florida.
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Boynton Beach, Florida
Boynton Beach Multifamily
(Equity)
An active adult multifamily apartment development in Boynton Beach, Florida.
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Why Investors Choose EB-5 Rural Projects
Rural EB-5 projects have become a preferred choice for many investors because of the immigration benefits they offer.
With advantages such as priority processing and access to rural set-aside visas, rural investments can help reduce delays and provide a clearer, more predictable path to U.S. permanent residency.
Priority processing
Rural EB-5 petitions receive priority processing from USCIS, which can lead to faster adjudication times. Of the 700+ rural I-526E approvals received by EB5AN investors, approximately 80% were approved within one year.
Reserved EB-5 visas
An investment in a rural EB-5 project provides access to the rural visa set-aside category, which reserves 20% of all EB-5 visas and may help reduce immigration delays.
Reduced Minimum Investment
Investors in rural TEA projects benefit from a reduced minimum investment of $800,000, compared with $1,050,000 for projects not located in a TEA.
What Qualifies as an EB-5 Rural Project?
To qualify as a rural TEA, projects must be located in an area that is:
- Outside a metropolitan statistical area.
- Located in a community with fewer than 20,000 residents, according to U.S. census data.
This designation is reviewed by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services during the EB-5 project approval process.
Rural projects are prioritized because these communities often have limited access to investment capital, and EB-5 funding supports local development and job creation.
Comparing EB-5 project types
Investors in the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program can choose from several types of EB-5 projects. The table below highlights the key differences between rural TEA projects, urban TEA projects, and standard EB-5 investments.
Urban TEA Projects
$800,000
Minimum Investment
Visa Allocation
10% of annual EB-5 visas (~1,000 visas) reserved for high-unemployment TEA projects
Processing Priority
Standard processing
Typical Locations
City areas with 150% national average unemployment rate
Investor Demand
High
Visa Backlogs
None
Most Popular
Rural TEA Projects
$800,000
Minimum Investment
Visa Allocation
20% of annual EB-5 visas (~2,000 visas) reserved for rural projects
Processing Priority
Priority processing available
Typical Locations
Smaller towns and rural regions
Investor Demand
High
Visa Backlogs
None
EB5AN's investors have secured over 700 Rural I-526E approvals
Standard EB-5 Projects
$1,050,000
Minimum Investment
Visa Allocation
Remaining EB-5 visas (~7,000 per year).
Processing Priority
Standard processing
Typical Locations
Major metropolitan markets
Investor Demand
Lower due to higher investment requirement
Visa Backlogs
Yes, for India and China
How EB-5 Investment Projects Create Jobs and Support Your Visa
EB-5 regional centers channel invested capital into U.S. developments that generate economic growth and job creation. By participating in an EB-5 project, investors can pursue U.S. permanent residency while helping fund projects that support local economies.
Step 1. The investor makes an EB-5 investment
An investor commits the required capital to a qualifying EB-5 project. In many cases, the investment is made through a regional center that manages the project structure and compliance with EB-5 program rules.
Step 2. Investor capital is deployed into the development project
The investment funds are used to support the development of a project such as a residential community, resort, infrastructure project, or commercial development. These funds help finance construction, operations, and other project costs.
Step 3. The project creates qualifying jobs
As the project moves forward, construction activity and ongoing operations generate employment. EB-5 regulations require that each investor’s investment contributes to the creation of at least 10 qualifying jobs for U.S. workers.
Step 4. Investor files the I-526E petition
After making the investment, the investor files Form I-526E, which demonstrates that the investment was made in a qualifying EB-5 project and that the job creation requirement is expected to be met. Once approved, the investor can proceed with the immigration process.
Step 5. Conditional permanent residency
Following approval of the petition and completion of the visa process, the investor and their qualifying family members each receive a conditional Green Card in the United States.
Step 6. Removal of conditions
After the required jobs have been created, the investor files a petition to remove the conditions on their green card. Once approved, the investor and their eligible family members become permanent residents of the United States.
Regional Centers and EB-5 Investment Projects
Most EB-5 investments are made through USCIS-approved regional centers, which are organizations approved by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services to sponsor and manage EB-5 investment projects. Regional centers work with developers to structure projects that meet the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program’s requirements. While the regional center manages immigration compliance, the project developer is responsible for the project’s construction and operations.
For investors, regional center projects offer several advantages:
Passive business management
Investors are not required to actively manage the business. Instead, the project company is operated by experienced developers and management teams.
Indirect job creation requirement
Regional center projects can count indirect and induced jobs created through construction spending and economic activity.
Exemplar project approval
Many regional center projects receive I-956F exemplar approval, meaning the project structure and job creation methodology have already been approved by USCIS.
What is the alternative to regional center investing?
The alternative to investing through a regional center is a direct EB-5 investment. In a direct investment, the investor typically starts or actively manages a U.S. business and must create at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers directly through that business. Because direct investments require active management and cannot count indirect job creation, many investors instead choose regional center projects.
Why Investors Choose To Work with EB5AN
Choosing the right EB-5 project is one of the most important decisions in the immigration process. EB5 Visa Investments is an EB-5 investment platform that connects foreign investors with carefully selected EB-5 projects sponsored by approved regional centers.
The firm works with experienced U.S. developers to offer investment opportunities designed to meet the requirements of the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program and support investors seeking U.S. permanent residency.
A proven track record in the EB-5 industry
40+
EB-5 Investment Funds
100%
Approval record on adjudicated EB-5 project petitions
780+
Investor I-526E approvals
31
I-956F approvals
14%+
Of all rural EB-5 project investors since 2022 chose EB5AN
Investor testimonials
We’ve helped thousands of investors get their Green Cards and enjoy a smooth EB-5 process.
Israel → U.S.A
“I would definitely recommend EB5 Visa Investments. Their team and the immigration attorney worked closely together and clearly knew how to move the process forward efficiently.”
Ido
EB-5 Investor from Israel
India → U.S.A
“When I compared different regional centers, EB5 Visa Investments stood out because of the level of documentation and transparency they provided. The information was far more comprehensive than what I saw elsewhere.”
Deepak
EB-5 Investor from India
India → U.S.A
“I visited the project myself and confirmed that the development was real and progressing. That gave me confidence that the builder was trustworthy.”
Siddharth
EB-5 Investor from India
EB-5 Program Requirements
To qualify for a U.S. green card through the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, investors must meet several key requirements:
Make the minimum investment
Invest $800,000 in a qualifying targeted employment area (TEA) project or $1,050,000 in a non-TEA project.
Create 10 jobs
Each investment must create at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers.
Remain involved in the business management
Investors must have at least a policy-level role in the enterprise’s management.
Keep your investment at-risk
EB-5 capital must be placed at risk in a commercial enterprise for at least two years. Guaranteed returns are not permitted under program rules.
Prove your lawful source of funds
Investment capital must come from a lawful source. Common sources include business income, salary, property sales, or investments.
Book a call today to learn more about EB-5 Visa Requirements
How the EB-5 Process Works for Rural Projects
Investing in a rural project under the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program follows the same basic process as other EB-5 investments, but rural projects can offer additional advantages such as priority processing and access to reserved EB-5 visas.
Invest in a rural EB-5 project
The investor commits $800,000 to a new commercial enterprise (NCE) — the investment entity used to collect EB-5 capital from investors. The NCE pools these funds and invests them into a qualifying development project located in a rural targeted employment area (TEA), typically through a regional center-sponsored investment.
File Form I-526E
After the investment is made, the investor files Form I-526E with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to demonstrate that the investment meets EB-5 program requirements.
Get conditional permanent residency
Once the petition is approved and a visa is available, the investor and eligible family members can obtain conditional U.S. permanent residency by filing Form I-485.
Job creation through the project
The investor must keep their funds invested in the project for at least two years. The EB-5 investment must create at least 10 qualifying jobs for U.S. workers per investor, typically through construction and operational activity.
Remove conditions on the green card
After the required jobs are created, the investor files Form I-829 to remove the conditions on their green card and become a permanent U.S. resident.
EB-5 Rural Project FAQs
What is a rural EB-5 project?
EB5AN connects eligible foreign investors with real estate development projects designed to fulfill the job creation and at-risk requirements of the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program. We also work with project developers and entrepreneurs seeking to structure their own EB-5 projects and obtain regional center sponsorship.
What is the Reform and Integrity Act of 2022 (RIA)?
EB5AN owns and operates 10+ USCIS-authorized regional centers that cover more than 48 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington D.C. For a map and a complete list of the geographical areas that our regional centers cover, please refer to our EB-5 Regional Centers page, where you can also view the official USCIS designation letters for each of our regional centers. You can also refer to the official USCIS approved regional centers page, which lists all the USCIS-authorized regional centers in good standing.
What qualifies as a rural targeted employment area (TEA)?
EB5AN invests primarily in institutional-quality real estate development projects since we strongly believe that this asset class in general has historically provided the lowest immigration and financial risk for our investor clients.
What is the minimum EB-5 investment?
EB5AN has connected eligible foreign investors and actively oversees capital deployment in more than 30 EB-5 projects in various stages of development. Additionally, EB5AN regional centers sponsor more than 200 EB-5 projects.
Do rural EB-5 projects process faster?
Are EB-5 rural projects safer?
To date, all our EB-5 projects have been located in TEAs, where the current minimum required investment amount is $800,000 per investor, rather than $1.05 million.
What risks should investors consider when evaluating EB-5 projects?
EB-5 investors sponsored by our regional centers come from more than 70 different countries. We have offices in the United States, India, Brazil, Vietnam, United Arab Emirates, South Africa, and China.
How are jobs calculated in EB-5 projects?
EB-5 investors sponsored by our regional centers come from more than 70 different countries. We have offices in the United States, India, Brazil, Vietnam, United Arab Emirates, South Africa, and China.
Can I live anywhere in the United States after investing?
Yes. Once an EB-5 investor receives a U.S. green card, they are not required to live near the project they invested in. Investors and their eligible family members can live, work, and study anywhere in the United States.
Start Your EB-5 Investment Journey
Choosing the right EB-5 project is one of the most important decisions in the immigration process.
Understanding the available investment opportunities and how they align with your immigration goals can help you approach the EB-5 Green Card process with confidence. We recommend that you seek professional advice before making any decisions. The team at EB5 Visa Investments works with investors from around the world to review available projects, explain the EB-5 process, and help investors evaluate opportunities that meet program requirements.
Schedule a free consultation today to discuss current EB-5 rural and urban investment opportunities and learn how an EB-5 investment could help you pursue U.S. permanent residency.