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Is the EB-5 application done online?

Most of the EB-5 petition is still filed on paper with USCIS, even as online services expand. Before filing, confirm the current submission format directly on the official USCIS website.

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Victoria Harper

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Updated on July 11, 2026
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In part. The EB-5 initial petition is typically prepared and submitted the traditional way, on paper, to USCIS (U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services). Although the U.S. government has been expanding online services for various immigration stages, much of this filing still goes through physical channels.

Since submission methods can be updated over time, the safest step is to check the most recent instructions directly on the official USCIS website. Part of the process may eventually move to digital platforms, and only the official source reflects what applies at any given moment.

It is also important to follow immigration rules carefully and to be cautious of offers or campaigns that promise an easy process or a guaranteed outcome, since the EB-5 requires meeting well-defined requirements.

If you are unsure about the submission format, confirm through the official USCIS channel and, if needed, rely on a qualified professional to guide you through the process safely.

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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Is the EB-5 application done online?

Most of the EB-5 petition is still filed on paper with USCIS, even as online services expand. Before filing, confirm the current submission format directly on the official USCIS website.

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