Short answer: direct EB-5 means deeper involvement and mostly direct jobs; regional centres can count indirect jobs via models and suit more passive investors — project diligence remains essential.
EB-5 Direct vs Regional Center
Written by Global Immigrate consultants · Reviewed by Oscar Yip, Founder & Managing Director
Summary
Direct: more control and management; RC: indirect jobs and more project choice.
FAQ
Is direct always safer?
Not necessarily — depends on the business.
Are all RCs the same?
No — diligence each project.
Direct then switch?
Complex — needs counsel design.