Can my child attend public school for free with EB-5?

Yes. Once the investor obtains permanent residency (green card) through EB-5, dependents, including children, gain the same rights as any permanent resident, among them access to free public school.

In practice, this means children may attend public elementary and secondary schools without tuition, just like the children of citizens and permanent residents. Free public education is a benefit tied to resident status, not to the visa itself.

Specific enrollment rules, such as proof of residence and the corresponding school district, vary by state and city where the family settles. It is worth confirming local requirements for the area where you plan to live.

Since access to this and other benefits depends on correctly establishing immigration status, the safest approach is to verify current rules with USCIS and the local school district, with the support of a qualified specialist when planning your move.

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