EB-5 Filing Guides

Step-by-step guides to every form in the EB-5 filing sequence. Requirements, fees, processing times, and common pitfalls — sourced from USCIS publications and the Immigration and Nationality Act.

Step 1

Form I-526E

Immigrant Petition by Regional Center Investor

The initial petition for regional center investors. Establishes investment eligibility, job creation, and source of funds.

8 sections·5 FAQ·2 fee items

Step 2

Form I-485

Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status

Adjustment of status application for investors in the U.S. Converts EB-5 classification into conditional permanent residence.

4 sections·4 FAQ·3 fee items

Step 3

Form I-829

Petition by Investor to Remove Conditions on Permanent Resident Status

Petition to remove conditions after two years of conditional residence. The final major filing in the EB-5 process.

4 sections·4 FAQ·2 fee items

Concurrent

Form I-765

Application for Employment Authorization

Work permit application filed concurrently with I-485. Provides employment authorization while the green card is pending.

2 sections·4 FAQ·2 fee items

EB-5 Filing Sequence

I-526EPetition

I-485Adjust Status

I-829Remove Conditions

Form I-765 (EAD) and Form I-131 (Advance Parole) are filed concurrently with I-485.

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