The United States has long been the top hosting country for international students, who historically have been drawn by the high quality of US higher education, its value on the international labor market, and access to job opportunities in the United States after graduation.
Individuals studying in the US are increasingly seeking a more permanent route to living and working in the country, as a US Green Card may avoid some challenges international students face in the US and even open doors to new opportunities as permanent residents.
The EB-5 visa may be the ideal solution for both international students and professionals living in the United States who look to have more certainty and opportunities in their path without depending on employer sponsorship.
The EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act 2022 allows EB-5 applicants who live in the US with a current valid visa to file for Concurrent Adjustment of Status, allowing them to remain in the US and obtain an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) while waiting for their EB-5 visa approval.
The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program is a US federal program that allows qualified investors and their immediate families to obtain permanent residency (Green Card) by making an $800,000 investment in the US, typically over 4-7 years, that creates jobs in the American economy.
A Green Card holder is considered a permanent resident and has many advantages over other international students and professionals:
Access to merit-based scholarships and students loans: obtain selective scholarships that are not available to international students without a green card
Full access to on campus recruiting: professional employment opportunities (internships and full-time) are limited for students needing sponsorships
No Visa Restrictions
Green Card Holders
H-1B Visa Holders
✓ Potential to work for startups and smaller organizations not eligible for other visas
✓ Freedom to seek a new employer without visa sponsorship concerns
✓ No limit on employment geography
✓ Ability to start your own business
✓ Eligible for Social Security benefits upon retirement
X Forced to limit job search to larger, layered corporate organizations
X Potentially forced to look for employment outside areas of interest
X Geographic limitations when searching for employers
X Required to consistently monitor changes in immigration rules
X Security restrictions for noncitizens limits government employment opportunities
LCR’s team of specialists is fluent in both Portuguese and English, with the necessary expertise in immigration investment to advise clients.
Together, the team helps potential investors examine the opportunity in detail to determine whether US permanent residency would meet your family's needs.
LCR assists clients choose a project that offers strong, conservative investment to ensure that the process is as smooth as possible, focusing on capital preservation and job creation.
