Investment & Costs
EB-5 Investment Amounts Rising in 2027: How Much and When
By EB5 Status Editorial Team·12 min read·Updated 2026-03-27eb5 investment increase 2027
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The short version On January 1, 2027, the minimum capital required for an EB-5 petition will increase automatically. This is a statutory mechanism written into the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022 (RIA) that adjusts both the TEA and standard investment thresholds based on inflation. It requires no new rulemaking and no Congressional action. Investors who file before that date lock in the current amounts. Those who wait will pay substantially more for the same immigration benefit. This article explains how the adjustment works, what the projected new amounts are, and how this interacts with the separate September 30, 2026, grandfathering deadline. All data is sourced from the statutory text of the RIA and published Bureau of Labor Statistics CPI data. Important: Immigration law is complex and individual circumstances vary significantly. Consult a qualified immigration attorney for personalized guidance before making any filing decisions. ## What is changing...#
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