Does the investment amount in EB-5 need to be exact, or can I invest more?

Yes, you can invest more than the required minimum. The EB-5 program establishes a minimum investment threshold that varies depending on the project category and location. Meeting or exceeding that minimum satisfies the requirement; investing above it does not harm your petition.

The key point is not hitting an exact figure, but ensuring that your contribution is equal to or greater than the minimum applicable to your project and that all capital meets the same legal requirements. This means, above all:

• Demonstrating the lawful source of all funds, including any amount above the minimum.
• Keeping the capital effectively at risk in the enterprise that creates the required jobs.
• Documenting each stage of the investment transparently.

Because minimum thresholds and category definitions can change over time, confirm the current level with the official source (USCIS) and evaluate the project with a qualified specialist before deciding how much to contribute.

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