Can I use proceeds from a sale of an equity stake?

Yes, in principle. Under EB-5, proceeds from the sale of an equity stake may be used to fund the investment, provided you can clearly and thoroughly document their lawful origin.

In practice, this means gathering the paperwork that tells the money’s story: transaction records, contracts, bank statements, and tax documents are examples of evidence that help demonstrate the funds were obtained legally and transparently.

• Detailed proof of the source of funds.
• Documents tracing the money’s full path.
• Funds that are fully available for the investment.

Beyond legality, the funds must be available to be deployed in accordance with the program’s requirements, free of restrictions. Because source-of-funds documentation is closely reviewed by the authorities, it is worth organizing your paperwork with specialized support and confirming current requirements with the USCIS.

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