If the project is delayed, can I extend the conditional period?

There is no automatic extension of the conditional period simply because the project was delayed. This period follows timelines defined by law, and a setback in the venture’s schedule does not, by itself, extend the duration of conditional status.

What is expected of the investor is to demonstrate that the capital was effectively invested and that the venture is structured to meet the investment and job creation goals required by EB-5. The assessment considers the evidence presented, not merely the intention to complete the project.

In specific situations, there may be room to document and justify a delay, but this depends on a case-by-case analysis and strict compliance with program rules. It is not something that can be assumed or guaranteed.

Since the timelines and any flexibility provisions are defined by law and change over time, the safest approach is to confirm the current options with USCIS and seek specialized guidance as soon as you identify a risk of delay.

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