Investing in the U . S .: Why the EB-5 Program is a top choice for Brazilian nationals
Learn how Brazilian HNWIs can benefit from applying for the EB-5 visa to the United States .
By Rahul Soni and Nathalia Carneiro
F or many high-net-worth Brazilians , the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program , notably its Regional Center Program , is becoming a preferred route for securing U . S . permanent residency for themselves and their families .
This program allows foreign investors to contribute to U . S . job creation while obtaining a green card , presenting a dual benefit that aligns with immigration and economic objectives .
A Streamlined Path to a U . S . Green Card
The EB-5 program is recognized as one of the fastest and most direct pathways to permanent residency in the U . S . By investing in approved projects that create or preserve U . S . jobs , Brazilian investors can meet the program ’ s requirements and secure their green cards more efficiently than other employment-based imme igration channels .
Under the Regional Center Program , investors channel their capital into projects within specific geographic areas , known as targeted employment areas ( TEAs ), where the minimum required investment is $ 800,000 . This investment must lead to the creation or preservation of at least ten full-time jobs for U . S . workers , making the program not only beneficial to the investor but also to the U . S . economy .
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