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The standard minimum investment amount for the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program is $1,050,000. For projects located in Targeted Employment Areas (TEAs), which include rural areas and areas with high unemployment, the minimum investment is reduced to $800,000. The investment must be in a new commercial enterprise that creates at least 10 full-time jobs for qualifying US workers.

The EB-5 is an immigrant visa that leads directly to US permanent residency (green card) through a qualifying investment of at least $800,000 in a Targeted Employment Area. The E-2 Treaty Investor visa is a nonimmigrant visa for nationals of countries with a qualifying treaty with the United States. The E-2 allows an investor to direct and develop a US business but does not lead directly to a green card.

Yes. A spouse and unmarried children under 21 years of age may be included as derivative beneficiaries in an EB-5 petition. They are eligible to apply for immigrant visas or adjustment of status alongside the principal investor and receive permanent residency at the same time.

The Canada Start-Up Visa Program grants permanent residency to immigrant entrepreneurs who have the skills and potential to build innovative businesses in Canada. Applicants must receive a letter of support from a designated organization such as a venture capital fund, angel investor group, or business incubator, meet minimum language requirements, and demonstrate sufficient settlement funds.

No. The Immigration Compass is an immigration consultancy and advisory firm. We provide guidance on investment immigration options and connect clients with licensed immigration attorneys and legal professionals for filings and formal legal advice. We do not practice law or provide legal counsel.