Can part-time jobs count toward the EB-5 employment creation requirement?

As a general rule, no. The EB-5 program counts full-time positions, so a single part-time role, on its own, does not satisfy the employment creation requirement.

There is, however, an important nuance. In certain situations, multiple part-time roles can be combined and treated as equivalent to one full-time position, provided that the total hours meet the standard required for full-time employment. This determination depends on how the business is structured and how work is distributed among employees.

• A single part-time role, standing alone, generally does not count toward the requirement.
• Combined part-time roles may be treated as equivalent to one full-time position.
• Documentation of the work arrangement and business structure is key to supporting this approach.

Because definitions and counting rules can be case-specific, it is advisable to verify current requirements with USCIS and to structure the employment creation plan with the guidance of a qualified specialist.

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