US Investment Visa

Types of US Investment Visa

• EB5 visa: This type of visa is the most common method of investing in the United States. In this method, known as entrepreneurship in the United States, the person must invest specific amounts in the country, for example 900 thousand dollars. With this type, the visa is converted into a US Green Card after 2 years.
• C5 visa: With this type of visa, the person will be engaged in creating employment outside a designated area.
• T5 visa: With this type of visa, the person will be engaged in creating employment in places and areas that have a small population or an unemployment rate higher than the federal rate.
• R5 visa: This is a pilot visa in which the person is engaged in creating employment in places and areas that are not specified; that is, they are chosen by the applicant.
• I5 visa: This is a pilot visa in which the person is engaged in creating employment in places and areas that have been specified in advance, and for this type of investment the US government designates the area based on the unemployment rate of the states.

Investing in the United States through buying property

One of the ways to obtain residence is investment through buying property. However, buying property in the United States does not give you residence or any kind of work permit in the United States. Foreign nationals are able to buy property in the United States, and many foreign nationals wish to do so, but you should know that this investment method offers you no benefit, because US residence cannot be obtained this way. Only in countries such as European countries like Spain, Portugal and Greece, and Central American countries like Saint Kitts, Dominica, etc., does buying property lead to residence for foreign nationals.

Investing in the United States through company registration

If you intend to invest in the United States through company registration, note that the company registration takes the form of registering a branch of a company. People who have a record of activity in a company, or whose company was registered at least a year ago and who have a business, are permitted to apply for US residence by opening a branch. The managers of such a company can apply for residence together with their families. US residence through company registration involves the following requirements:

• Opening a branch of an active company
• Having a strong business plan
• 1 year of work experience in the company concerned

Investing in the United States through entrepreneurship

One of the methods of investing in the United States is entrepreneurship. People with sufficient capital and experience can obtain US residence for themselves and their families. The two types of investment methods in the United States through entrepreneurship are as follows:

• Direct entrepreneurship in the United States

In this type of entrepreneurship, the person invests (one million US dollars) in a chosen sector according to their own abilities and talents, and must employ 10 or more American workers for two years. Obtaining residence through this type of investment takes approximately 18 months; however, if you combine it with the US E2 visa, you will obtain your 5-year temporary residence card within 6 months. Chain restaurants and hotels are the best investment option for this type.

• Federal regional entrepreneurship in the United States

In this type of entrepreneurship, people can invest (an amount of 900 thousand US dollars) in sectors specified by the government and must employ 10 or more American workers for two years. You can also take a share in other people's projects and businesses (such as hotels, office towers and residential complexes). Obtaining residence through this type of investment takes approximately 18 months, after which you will be granted 5-year residence. Your 5-year residence is then converted into a permanent US Green Card, and you can take back your capital.

Investing in the United States through buying government bonds

One of the methods of investing in the United States is buying shares and government bonds (the stock exchange). Applicants who are Iranian citizens cannot buy US government bonds because of financial restrictions and international sanctions. If you intend to invest through government bonds, shares and stock exchanges, do not choose the United States, because it offers you no residence benefit either.

Investing in the United States through buying a business

One of the immigration routes for entering the United States is the E2. This type of visa comes about through buying a business in the United States and gives people the possibility of long-term residence. With this type of US investment visa it is possible to obtain residence for the spouse and children under 21. This visa is valid for 2 years and can be renewed for as long as the business remains in operation.

Requirements for buying a business in the United States and obtaining an E2

• Investment of at least 150,000 dollars in an American business
• Ownership of movable and immovable assets worth at least 300,000 dollars
• Creating jobs for 3 to 4 people

US Investment Visa EB5 

The EB5 visa is the same as the US investment visa, under which investors must invest in a newly established private company that operates legally and meets the following conditions:

• A private joint-stock company in the form of a partnership or a public company
• A holding company
• A joint venture in a limited liability company
• Companies that are wholly owned by those private companies and were formed for the purpose of lawful business activities.

Documents required for the US investment visa

• Original and copy of birth certificate
• Passport with at least 6 months' validity
• Two photographs
• Marriage certificate, if married
• Medical examination form
• Identification of the source of funds with supporting documents
• Certificate of financial support
• Certificate of capital transfer

Cost of the US investment visa

For the issuance of the US investment visa, the applicant is required to pay a fee equivalent to 2000 to 4000 dollars, which is paid for the following services:

• DS-260 processing
• Preparing the file and the required documents
• Translation of documents
• Accommodation costs for the interview in the chosen country
• Cost of tickets and travel to the United States
• Medical examinations and vaccinations

Conditions for obtaining a US dependant visa

One of the benefits of obtaining the US investment visa is the possibility of obtaining dependant visas for the investor's family. The investor's family (spouse and children under 21) can accompany them in the United States. The investor's children are permitted to study, and their spouse is also permitted to work after obtaining the necessary permits.

Advantages of investing in the United States

• The United States is the best country in the world in terms of industry and economy.
• The United States has national and cultural diversity and is free from racism.
• Its official language is English.
• Special and extensive relations with modern countries
• The income tax rate is at a normal level.
• The inflation index is normal and stable.
• There is little risk of confiscation of property.

Disadvantages of investing in the United States

• The great distance between this country and Iran
• High-cost investment conditions
• The sanctions imposed on Iran by the United States
• Capital risk when buying shares and bonds

 Obtaining US residence and citizenship through the US investment visa

Immigrants and investment applicants can obtain permanent residence in the United States through investment. If investors succeed in entrepreneurship in the United States, after completing the initial process (completing the forms) they can obtain two-year conditional residence. After 2 years have passed, and 90 days before the residence card expires, the person visits the US immigration office and receives their unconditional residence, which is generally for 5 years. For example, if you hold a US E2 visa and succeed in receiving a full-time job offer from an American employer and sign a contract with the employer, you can change your visa to a US work visa As a result, after some time you will receive a Green Card and US citizenship.

As we have seen, this country attracts many immigrants because of its powerful economy and its industrial superiority among countries around the world. However, all of this depends on obtaining residence in this country. Given the travel restrictions and the restrictions on obtaining US residence for Iranian citizens, how you proceed and how your immigration case progresses will play an important role in your professional future. Therefore, Iranoca Immigration Marketing Company, drawing on the experience of its experienced consultants, will recommend the best method of investing in the United States, in the hope that you will enjoy an exceptional immigration experience.

If you need consultation, you can meet our consultants in person or online and learn about the process of obtaining your US investment visa. You can also, right now, through our free assessment form, which is managed by expert consultants, review your eligibility for this type of visa.

Steps for obtaining the US investment visa

Dear applicant, if you wish to obtain the US investment visa, please follow the steps below

Assessment form and consultation

First, by completing the free assessment form, you can send your initial circumstances and details for review by the lawyers. If your general circumstances are suitable, a call time will be scheduled for your consultation. It should be noted that this entire process is free of charge and is reviewed and assessed by specialists

Receiving the confirmation letter

After the consultation and completion of the immigration file process, a letter of approval or non-approval will be sent to you by the licensed lawyers. This letter specifies whether or not you are eligible to immigrate, the type of immigration visa, and the route and conditions through which you can immigrate.

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