How a Taiwan-born investor chose between rural and urban projects

Background

Ms Lin, CFO of a listed company in Taipei, applied with her husband and one child. She wanted green cards for the whole family within three years.

Main concern

She was unsure whether a Taiwan-born applicant should choose a rural or a high-unemployment TEA project.

Our approach

We explained that Taiwan-born applicants are generally unaffected by the mainland China backlog, compared three projects on quality, repayment record and exit terms, and chose the one with the best track record.

Process and outcome

She received a conditional green card in about 16 months and the family moved to California.

Adviser’s comment

Taiwan-born applicants have more choice, so project quality should come first — not just the category.

EB-5 application process

1. Assessment and project selection (4–8 weeks): We choose the TEA category and a vetted project based on your place of birth, your children’s ages and your family’s goals.
2. Source of funds and investment (3–6 months): Prepare the source-of-funds evidence, make the investment and sign the investment documents.
3. File I-526E (12–24 months): File the investor petition; eligible applicants in the US can file I-485 at the same time. Once approved, the family receives two-year conditional green cards.
4. I-829 removal of conditions (After two years of conditional residence): Show the investment was sustained and the jobs created, and receive ten-year permanent green cards.

Is this right for you?

Every family’s background and timeline is different. To find out whether a similar plan could work for you, book a free consultation with Global Immigrate.

Based on a real client’s experience; names and some details have been changed for privacy.

Learn more: US EB-5 Investor Immigration