Can an EB-5 company have subsidiaries in other countries?

Yes, it is possible. The company behind an EB-5 project may be part of a larger group with subsidiaries or operations in other countries. Having an international presence is not, in itself, a barrier to the program.

The key point is where the EB-5 investment actually operates. The funds supporting the visa petition must be deployed in an enterprise located and operating in the United States, capable of generating the required jobs for workers in the country.

In other words, the group’s international structure is one thing; the specific project that supports the EB-5 is another. That project must fully comply with the program’s rules and U.S. immigration law, regardless of whether the company has business operations outside the U.S.

• The company may have subsidiaries and operations in other countries.
• The EB-5 investment must go toward an enterprise in the U.S.
• The project must generate the jobs required by the program.

To confirm whether the intended structure meets program requirements, seek specialized legal counsel and verify current requirements with USCIS before investing.

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