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Does job creation evidence need to be submitted every month?

In EB-5, job creation does not need to be evidenced month by month: what counts is demonstrating, over the course of the project, that the required positions were created. Keep records for potential audits.

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Victoria Harper

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Updated on July 21, 2026
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No. In EB-5, you do not need to submit job creation evidence month after month. The requirement is that the investment generates the required number of jobs over the period projected for the project, not that this be documented in monthly installments.

In practice, what the review looks for is that the jobs have been created or that there is a clear, verifiable plan to create them within the project’s designated timeframe. The assessment focuses on the outcome over the designated period, not on monthly reporting.

That said, keeping updated records is highly recommended. They can be decisive in an audit or in response to a request for additional evidence:

  • Financial reports for the project.
  • Payroll records and hiring documentation.
  • Documents showing, in chronological order, the progression of job positions.

Since documentation requirements can vary by project, confirm the current requirements with the official source (USCIS) and follow the process with specialized support.

Learn more about EB-5

Type
Investment Green Card
Min. investment
US$ 800,000
Jobs created
Minimum 10 (full-time)
Processing
24-48 months
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Does job creation evidence need to be submitted every month?

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