Why source of funds matters most
When reviewing I-526E petitions, source of funds is the most common reason for requests for evidence. You must show the money was lawfully obtained and explain each step from its source to the project.
Common qualifying sources
- Employment income: tax returns, salary evidence and bank records
- Business profits: company financial statements, shareholding evidence and dividend records
- Property sales: sale contracts, mortgage records and the source of funds used to buy the property
- Gifts: gift documents plus evidence of the donor’s own source of funds
- Loans secured on personal assets: the loan agreement and evidence of the secured asset
The funds path
Every transfer must be recorded, from the source account to the project’s escrow account. Cross-border transfers, transfers through third parties and cash deposits all need extra explanation.
Our advice
Start as early as possible. Income from more than ten years ago, or property already sold, often means requesting old documents from banks, tax authorities or law firms. We review your asset structure first, then plan the clearest funds path.
Key benefits of EB-5
- Green cards for the whole family in one application
- Live and work in any US state
- Children attend public schools and universities as residents
- No need to own or run a business
- Apply for citizenship once residence requirements are met
EB-5 at a glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Investment | TEA projects USD 800,000; other projects USD 1,050,000 |
| Key benefit | Green cards for the whole family — live, work and study anywhere in the US |
| Family | Spouse and unmarried children under 21 can be included |
| Background | No education, English, age or management-experience requirements |
EB-5 application process and timing
- 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.
- Source of funds and investment (3–6 months): Prepare the source-of-funds evidence, make the investment and sign the investment documents.
- 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.
- 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.
Next step
Every family’s background, funds and timeline are different. Global Immigrate’s professional consultants can assess, free of charge, whether this programme suits you and compare other options. You can also request the full programme brochure on the programme page.
Learn more: US EB-5 Investor Immigration