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VietnamShort answer: A Canada-born client in the U.S. on L-1 invested in a high-unemployment TEA set-aside project and filed I-526E and I-485 together in November 2024. An EAD issued in May 2025; I-526E was approved in February 2026 and I-485 in June 2026—about 19 months from filing in this illustrative timeline.
Why this timeline is realistic
Concurrent filing requires U.S. presence, adjustable status and available numbers. With TEA/set-aside numbers cooperating, I-526E around 15 months and I-485 a few months later sits in a common recent range. This case stresses aligning L-1 validity with I-485 receipt to avoid status gaps. The EAD solves work authorization; the conditional green card still depends on I-485 approval.
Milestones (illustrative)
| Stage | Timing | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Diligence and funds | Jul–Oct 2024 | Completed |
| Concurrent filing | Nov 2024 | Receipt |
| EAD | May 2025 | Issued |
| I-526E approved | Feb 2026 | ~15 months |
| I-485 approved | Jun 2026 | Conditional green card |
See US EB-5.
Global Immigrate’s recommendation
- Before concurrent filing, confirm nonimmigrant status is valid and adjustable.
- Do not rely on unapproved work plans before the EAD issues.
- As soon as the conditional card starts, plan the I-829 timeline.
Data current as of November 2026. General information only; not legal advice. Individual results vary.