Do I have to be in the U.S. to apply?

EB-5 immigrants may apply for the EB-5 program regardless of their immigration status or country of residency. U.S. residents with a current visa can undergo an “Adjustment of Status”, which transitions their current visa to an EB-5 visa. Residency and work authorization is maintained during this process. 

Investors overseas can apply and undergo “consular processing” at a U.S. Consulate or Embassy. For foreign applicants, there are various opportunities for temporary residence in the U.S.