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USCIS Form I-526 Immigrant Petition by Standalone Investor
What Is USCIS Form I-526?
This is a legal form that was released by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security - Citizenship and Immigration Services on June 1, 2022 and used country-wide. Check the official instructions before completing and submitting the form.
FAQ
Q: What is USCIS Form I-526?
A: USCIS Form I-526 is an immigrant petition filed by a standalone investor to seek approval for an EB-5 immigrant visa.
Q: Who can file USCIS Form I-526?
A: Only standalone investors who meet the requirements of the EB-5 immigrant visa program can file USCIS Form I-526.
Q: What is the purpose of USCIS Form I-526?
A: The purpose of USCIS Form I-526 is to demonstrate that the standalone investor has made or is actively in the process of making a qualifying investment in a new commercial enterprise.
Q: What are the requirements for filing USCIS Form I-526?
A: The requirements for filing USCIS Form I-526 include making a qualifying investment, creating or preserving at least 10 full-time jobs for qualifying U.S. workers, and proving the lawful source of investment funds.
Q: What documents are needed to file USCIS Form I-526?
A: The required documents to file USCIS Form I-526 include the completed form, supporting evidence of the qualifying investment, evidence of job creation or preservation, and documentation of the lawful source of investment funds.
Q: What is the processing time for USCIS Form I-526?
A: The processing time for USCIS Form I-526 can vary, but it is typically several months to over a year.
Q: What happens after USCIS approves or denies the Form I-526 petition?
A: If USCIS approves the Form I-526 petition, the standalone investor can proceed with the immigrant visa application process. If USCIS denies the petition, the investor may have the option to file an appeal or consider other immigration options.
Form Details:
- Released on June 1, 2022;
- The latest available edition released by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security - Citizenship and Immigration Services;
- Easy to use and ready to print;
- Yours to fill out and keep for your records;
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- Fill out the form in our online filing application.
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