Does EB-5 apply to Puerto Rico?

Yes. The EB-5 is a federal program of the United States, so its rules apply across all states and territories, including Puerto Rico.

In practice, if you invest in a qualified project located in Puerto Rico, that investment can meet the EB-5 requirements just as it would anywhere else in the U.S. What matters is satisfying the federal rules: a qualifying investment, the required job creation, and the proper use of funds, whether through an authorized Regional Center or through direct investment.

• Because it is federal, EB-5 reaches the territories, and Puerto Rico is included.
• The project must meet the same program criteria.
• Verify the authorization of the venture, especially when going through a Regional Center.

Even though Puerto Rico is part of the U.S., each project has its own structural and management particularities. Evaluate each opportunity carefully, confirm the updated requirements at the official source (USCIS), and be wary of any promises of guaranteed outcomes.

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