Eb5 Investors Magazine Top25 edition 2023; Issue 10:1 | Page 21

Why the EB-5 program is attractive to nationals of Commonwealth countries

Certain factors for applicants from Britain , New Zealand , Australia , Canada and India features job and entrepreneur opportunities , a shared native language and certain cultural similarities .
By Joana Fernandes

The EB-5 visa Immigrant Investor program presents a unique opportunity for investors to secure permanent residency in the United States . Through an investment of either $ 800,000 or $ 1.05 million in a new business or enterprise , eligible individuals and their immediate family members gain the ability of obtaining a green card , granting them the freedom to live , study , and work in the United States . This program has garnered significant popularity , particularly among nationals of the commonwealth countries who aspire to immigrate to America .

Historically , the United States ( US ) has consistently held a strong allure for citizens of commonwealth countries seeking immigration . This appeal stems from a combination of factors , those being the unparalleled job and business opportunities available in the US the shared native language and certain cultural affinities between the US and commonwealth nations . Such factors enable individuals to readily find employment or establish their own business in the US and it plays a significant role in facilitating the integration into American society and labor market .
BENEFITS OF THE EB-5 VISA TO COMONWEALTH NATIONALS
There are three key benefits offered by the EB-5 visa program to commonwealth nationals . These benefits encompass the prospects of employment opportunities within the United States , the ability to establish and operate a business , and the attainment of both permanent residency and the potential of obtaining the US citizenship as a second citizenship .
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