An Alternative Path to a U.S. Green Card, without leaving your H-1B status behind.
A free educational guide to understanding how the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program can work alongside your existing H-1B status, career, and family timeline.
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Why H-1B holders explore EB-5, and how it differs from an employer-sponsored Green Card
A side-by-side look at H-1B vs. EB-5
How to document your source of funds
Key considerations specific to H-1B holders, concurrent filing, work authorization while your case is pending, travel, and children aging out
Common misconceptions and frequently asked questions
The common long-term challenges H-1B professionals face: employer dependence, visa backlogs, the six-year H-1B limit, and family timing
Investment requirements, job creation rules, and choosing between a Regional Center or standalone investment
The EB-5 application process, step by step
Risks and limitations to understand before moving forward
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The EB-5 program offers a path to a U.S. Green Card that isn't tied to a job offer, an employer, or a specific visa category, just a qualifying investment and job creation.
Your Green Card isn't tied to a
job or company.
Spouse and unmarried
children under 21 included.
No restrictions once
permanent residence is
granted.
A defined process from
investment to permanent
residency.
Mid Atlantic Regional Center is a regional center designated by U.S. Citizenship and
Immigration Services (USCIS) to participate in the EB-5 Regional Center Program.
This information is educational only and not legal or immigration advice.
Yes. H-1B is compatible with immigrant intent, and USCIS recognizes that H-1B holders may pursue permanent residence through EB-5 without jeopardizing their nonimmigrant status.
Not necessarily. Eligible applicants already in the U.S. may pursue adjustment of status if a visa is available; otherwise, consular processing is used.
Potentially, when the underlying petition would make an immigrant visa immediately available, this is called concurrent filing.
No. Employment authorization requires a separate Form I-765 application once eligible.
No. EB-5 capital is generally required to be placed genuinely at risk.
A qualifying spouse and unmarried children under 21 may generally be eligible as derivative beneficiaries.
Questions about the guide? Contact us at (856) 983-4800 or info@marceb5.com.
