New USCIS Data Shows Continued High Approval Rate for I-526E Filings
USCIS data confirms a high approval rate for I-526E petitions post-RIA, with success driven by regulatory clarity, project vetting, and improved investor documentation. Here’s what investors should know.
How a U.S. Government Shutdown Impacts the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program
A U.S. government shutdown won’t halt EB-5 petition processing, but delays may occur in visa issuance and inter-agency coordination. Learn what remains functional and what to watch for.
Understanding the Grandfather Clause in the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act
The EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act protects petitions filed by Sept. 30, 2026, even if the program lapses. Learn how the grandfather clause ensures investor confidence and legal continuity.
DHS Proposes Wage-Weighted H-1B Cap Selection: What’s Changing, What Stays the Same
DHS proposes a wage-weighted H-1B cap selection system to prioritize higher-paid roles while maintaining fairness for all applicants. Learn what’s changing, what stays, and how to prepare for FY 2026.
H-1B Presidential Proclamation – What’s Now Clear… and the Uncertainties That Remain
The latest H-1B proclamation introduces a $100,000 fee and outlines major upcoming changes. Learn what’s confirmed, what’s still unclear, and how it may impact investors, workers, and employers.
Update on H-1B Executive Order Clarifications
New DHS and White House guidance confirms that the recent H-1B executive order only affects petitions filed in 2026. Current H-1B holders and approved applicants remain unaffected.
Trump’s Gold Card & H-1B Executive Orders: What Investors Need to Know
Two new executive orders impact U.S. immigration: a “Gold Card” program with $1M+ non-refundable contributions and a $100,000 fee for H-1B visa holders. Learn how this affects investors and professionals.
GREEN CARD FUND ANNOUNCES GRAND OPENING OF THE SEAHAUS HOTEL
Green Card Fund celebrates the grand opening of the Seahaus Hotel in Atlantic City—a Tribute by Marriott property backed by $9.6M in EB-5 financing, developed with NewcrestImage and Coury Hospitality.
USCIS Transitioning to Electronic Payments: What EB-5 Investors Should Know
Starting October 28, 2025, USCIS will no longer accept paper checks for immigration filings. Learn how EB-5 investors can prepare for the shift to mandatory electronic payments.
USCIS’S NEW “ANTI‑AMERICAN” DISCRETIONARY REVIEW: WHAT HAS CHANGED
USCIS now considers “anti-American” conduct as a major negative factor in immigration decisions. Learn how this affects EB-5 applicants and what steps investors should take to protect their petitions.