Question 1

What is the current EB-5 visa bulletin status for South Korea?

Accepted Answer

The current EB-5 visa bulletin status for South Korean nationals is shown above, updated monthly by the U.S. State Department. Status varies by chargeability area and visa category - unreserved, rural, and high unemployment area (HUA).

Question 2

How long is the EB-5 processing time for South Korea nationals?

Accepted Answer

EB-5 processing times for South Korean nationals typically range from 18 to 28 months depending on the visa category. Rural and HUA projects often process faster than unreserved petitions. Visa availability in your chargeability area affects the total timeline.

Question 3

What are the most popular TEA categories for South Korea investors?

Accepted Answer

South Korean investors most frequently choose rural and high unemployment area (HUA) projects to benefit from the reduced $787,500 minimum investment and faster visa processing. These categories represent the majority of South Korean EB-5 filings.

Question 4

What is the EB-5 rural set-aside and how does it help South Korea applicants?

Accepted Answer

The rural set-aside reserves 10% of annual EB-5 visa numbers exclusively for rural projects. This ensures rural EB-5 petitions advance faster in the visa bulletin, benefiting South Korean investors in rural development projects significantly.

Question 5

Can South Korea nationals file for Adjustment of Status under EB-5?

Accepted Answer

Yes, South Korean nationals can file for Adjustment of Status (I-485) to obtain a green card without leaving the United States, provided they meet eligibility requirements and are physically present in the U.S. when filing.

Question 6

What data sources does EB5 Status use for South Korea EB-5 data?

Accepted Answer

EB5 Status aggregates official government data from the U.S. Department of State Visa Bulletin (monthly updates) and USCIS FOIA releases (quarterly). All statistics are sourced from authoritative government documents.

Month	Unreserved	Rural	HUA
Feb 2026	Current	Current	Current
Jan 2026	Current	Current	Current
Dec 2025	Current	Current	Current
Nov 2025	Current	Current	Current
Oct 2025	Current	Current	Current
Sep 2025	Current	Current	Current

South Korea

Visa Bulletin Cutoff History

EB-5 FOIA Analysis

Receipts by Category

Visa Bulletin Timeline

Key Statistics

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