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Why H-1B Holders Should Consider EB-5 as Their Path to Permanent Residency

  • Writer: Jessika Johns
    Jessika Johns
  • 12 minutes ago
  • 2 min read


For professionals currently working in the United States on an H-1B visa, the path to permanent residency can seem long and uncertain. While many pursue the employment-based green card routes like EB-2 or EB-3, these pathways often involve lengthy backlogs and dependency on employer sponsorship. There's another option worth considering: the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program.


The H-1B Challenge


The H-1B visa is temporary by design. With an initial duration of three years and the possibility of a three-year extension, many professionals find themselves wondering about their long-term future in the United States. Even with employer sponsorship for a green card, backlogs for certain countries can stretch for decades.


Why EB-5 Makes Sense for H-1B Holders


The EB-5 program offers several distinct advantages for H-1B visa holders:


1. Control Over Your Immigration Future


Unlike employer-sponsored green cards, the EB-5 path puts you in control of your immigration destiny. You're not tied to a specific employer or position, giving you the freedom to change jobs or even start your own business once your conditional green card is approved.


2. Adjustment of Status Option


One of the most significant benefits for H-1B holders is the ability to adjust status without leaving the United States. This means you can transition from your H-1B to permanent residency smoothly, without disrupting your life and career.


3. Faster Processing for Some Nationalities


For applicants from countries with significant backlogs in the EB-2 and EB-3 categories (particularly India and China), the EB-5 route can potentially offer a faster path to permanent residency, especially when investing in a project that has already satisfied job creation requirements.


Real Job Creation: A Critical Factor


When evaluating EB-5 projects, actual job creation is perhaps the most important criterion. This is where projects like the DOCS Surgical Hospital stand out - having already created over 440 jobs, well beyond the 250 required for EB-5 investors. This substantially reduces immigration risk by addressing the program's primary requirement.


Making the Transition While Maintaining Status


For H-1B holders, timing is crucial. By initiating your EB-5 application while maintaining valid H-1B status, you position yourself to:


  • Continue working legally during the pendency of your EB-5 petition

  • Adjust status from within the U.S. when your priority date becomes current

  • Maintain the option to extend your H-1B status if necessary


Consider Projects With Demonstrated Progress


When selecting an EB-5 project, focus on those with demonstrated progress and transparency. Projects that are fully funded, under active construction, and have significant stakeholder investment provide greater security for your immigration journey.


Next Steps for H-1B Holders


If you're currently on an H-1B visa and considering the EB-5 path to permanent residency:


  1. Research EB-5 projects with proven job creation records

  2. Consult with an immigration attorney specializing in both H-1B and EB-5 matters

  3. Begin preparing documentation of your investment funds' lawful source

  4. Consider filing your I-526E petition while maintaining valid H-1B status


The window of opportunity to secure your future in the United States through investment immigration remains open, but program requirements and availability could change. For H-1B professionals seeking certainty and flexibility in their immigration journey, the EB-5 program offers a compelling alternative worth serious consideration.

 
 
 

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