To file an EB5 visa application, the necessary documents include project documents, financial records, and personal documents. For the initial filing of the I-526 Petition, the following documents are essential
- Proof of the investor's investments in an EB5 compatible project.
- Evidence that the project is located in a targeted employment area (TEA).
- Proof of the investment in a new enterprise.
- Regional Centers Private Placement Memorandum, LLC Agreement, Escrow Agreement, and Subscription Agreement.
- Evidence of the source of funds, including a complete history of funds from savings, salaries, gifts, properly sales, or other assets.
- Tax statements for the past 5 years.
- Proof that the funds were lawfully obtained by the investor.
- Passport scans for the primary applicant and dependents.
- Birth certificates and marriage certificates for investors and dependents.
- Local or national identification documents.
- Duplicates of old or existing immigration applications.
1. Official copies of any court judgments related to criminal offenses.
2. Evidence of active investment in or ownership of a New Commercial Enterprise (NCE).
3. Proof of involvement in the management of the NCE directly or indirectly.
4. Evidence that the required capital was earned lawfully.
5. Evidence that the NCE will create at least 10 full-time jobs for qualifying US workers.
6. Assurance that the number of employees will be maintained at or above pre-investment levels for a minimum of 2 years.
7. Foreign business registration records.
8. Corporate, partnership, and personal tax returns for the last 5 years.
9. Evidence identifying any other source of capital.
10. Certified copies of judgments or evidence of pending legal actions within the past 15 years.
1. Evidence of full investment in the commercial enterprise.
2. Evidence of the newly formed commercial enterprise for job creation purposes.
3. Evidence that the invested funds led to job creation.
Note: If personal or financial documents are not in English, complete translations must be submitted to the USCIS along with the originals.