What Do I Need to Know about Form I-829?

The EB-5 visa process, like other U.S. immigration programs, is full of complex requirements and rules. In particular, the paperwork and protocol attached to this visa program can prove a troublesome to handle. One of the main forms required in this process, used at the end of the EB-5 process, is known as a Form I-829.

If you are an investor considering moving to the United States, the EB-5 visa program may be right for you. Through a reasonable investment amount, a person can considerably speed up the immigration process. To learn more about your options as a foreign investor looking into this program, contact the EB-5 lawyers of White & Associates today at 818-730-3540.

Understanding Form I-829

Due to the level of detail and the number of different procedural requirements, it is strongly advisable to work closely with an attorney as you seek to take advantage of the EB-5 program. However, the following can provide some basic understanding regarding Form I-829.

When?

A person in the EB-5 program is granted a conditional residency of two years to complete the requirements of the EB-5 visa process. When this two-year period ends, the investor needs to have completed their job-creation requirement. The investor needs to file their I-829 within 90 days of the end of this time period.

What?

The Form I-829 is an official form that proves proof that the investor completed the necessary parts of the EB-5 program. This form should include proof of job creation, full investment in an American enterprise, and the continued existence of that enterprise. If any of these requirements cannot be proven or have not been completed, the investor will not be granted permanent residency.

Why?

The United States government uses the I-829 as proof of completing the EB-5 requirements. A resident can use the paperwork associated with filing an I-829 to continue their residency until they are either accepted or rejected by United States Citizenship and Immigration Services.

Contact Us

To learn more about the EB-5 visa program, our experienced advisors may be able to work with you to determine your options. For more information, contact the EB-5 visa program attorneys of White & Associates by calling 818-730-3540 today.