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US EB-5 2026: Investment Amounts and Regional Centers

Written by Global Immigrate consultants · Reviewed by Oscar Yip, Founder & Managing Director

Summary

EB-5 requires a qualifying US investment and creation of at least ten full-time jobs. TEA and infrastructure projects use a lower minimum. Regional center fees are called management fees.

Short answer: US EB-5 requires a qualifying investment and creation of at least ten full-time jobs for US workers. TEA and eligible infrastructure projects use a lower statutory minimum than standard projects. Paths include regional centers or direct investment. Spouse and unmarried minor children may accompany. Regional center charges to investors are management fees.

Information updated to October 2026.

How do investment levels differ?

Type Detail
Standard Higher statutory minimum
TEA / infrastructure Lower statutory minimum
Jobs Usually ten full-time positions
Path Regional center or direct
Family Spouse and unmarried minor children

See US EB-5.

Global Immigrate note

Pre-screen source of funds and project diligence before wiring capital. Applications are handled by Global Immigrate's in-house professional immigration team.

Use the programme-matching tool or contact Global Immigrate advisors.

This article is general information, not legal or tax advice.

FAQ

What is the minimum investment?

TEA/infrastructure and standard floors differ; current USCIS rules control.

Must jobs be created?

Yes. Usually at least ten full-time jobs for US workers.

Can family join?

Spouse and unmarried minor children may accompany.

What are regional center fees called?

Management fees, not administrative fees.

Is there a backlog?

It depends on country of birth; check the Visa Bulletin.

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