Instructions for USCIS Form I-526 Immigrant Petition by Alien Investor

USCIS Form I-526 Immigrant Petition by Alien Investor

This document contains official instructions for USCIS Form I-526 , Immigrant Petition by Alien Investor - a form released and collected by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security - Citizenship and Immigration Services. An up-to-date fillable USCIS Form I-526 is available for download through this link.

FAQ

Q: What is USCIS Form I-526?
A: USCIS Form I-526 is the Immigrant Petition by Alien Investor.

Q: Who can file Form I-526?
A: Foreign nationals who want to apply for an EB-5 immigrant visa as an alien investor can file Form I-526.

Q: What is the purpose of Form I-526?
A: The purpose of Form I-526 is to demonstrate that the foreign investor has made a qualifying investment in a new commercial enterprise and that the investment will create or preserve at least 10 full-time jobs for qualifying U.S. workers.

Q: What are the eligibility requirements for filing Form I-526?
A: Eligibility criteria for Form I-526 include making a qualifying investment of capital in a new commercial enterprise, proving the investment comes from a lawful source, and demonstrating that the investment will create or preserve at least 10 full-time jobs for qualifying U.S. workers.

Q: How much is the filing fee for Form I-526?
A: As of 2021, the filing fee for Form I-526 is $3,675.

Q: How long does it take for USCIS to process Form I-526?
A: The processing time for Form I-526 varies, but USCIS aims to adjudicate cases within 29 to 45.5 months.

Q: What happens after USCIS approves Form I-526?
A: After USCIS approves Form I-526, the investor can proceed with either adjusting status if they are already in the United States or consular processing if they are outside the United States.

Q: What happens if Form I-526 is denied?
A: If Form I-526 is denied, the investor may have the option to file a motion to reopen or reconsider the decision or appeal the denial.

Q: What is the purpose of the EB-5 immigrant visa?
A: The EB-5 immigrant visa program allows foreign investors to obtain U.S. permanent residency, also known as a green card, by investing in a new commercial enterprise that creates jobs for U.S. workers.