U.S. Department of Homeland Security
EB-5 Program
Official Update 2026
USCIS issues this notice to provide updated information regarding the Employment-Based Fifth Preference (EB-5) Immigrant Investor Program for 2026.
March 22, 2026
Verified Compliance
Capital
Investment Requirements
Targeted Areas (TEA)
$800,000
Rural, High-Unemployment, & Infra
Non-TEA Locations
$1,050,000
Standard Urban Developments
Impact
Job Creation Mandate
Requirement
10 Full-Time Jobs
Must be for qualifying U.S. workers
Timeline
2-Year Window
During the conditional residency period
Compliance
Integrity & Oversight
Legal Framework
RAA 2022
Reform and Integrity Act compliance
Safety Measure
Integrity Fund
Enhanced reporting & oversight
Refined Adjudication
Enhanced efficiency and transparency through multi-factor processing including filing dates, EB-5 Visa availability, and program priorities.
2026 Grandfathering Provision
Petitions properly filed on or before September 30, 2026, remain eligible for adjudication under current protective provisions.
✨ Smart Investor Suite
✨ Source of Funds Analysis
Official Resources
Rely on USCIS.gov for the most accurate EB-5 Visa information.