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.
NEW USCIS DIRECTOR SIGNALS H-1B CHANGES: WHAT IT MEANS AND WHO SHOULD CONSIDER EB-5 AS AN ALTERNATIVE

With new USCIS leadership tightening H-1B rules, many foreign professionals may face hurdles. Learn how the EB-5 visa offers a stable, employer-free alternative for U.S. residency.
USING A SELF-DIRECTED IRA TO FUND AN EB-5 INVESTMENT

Discover how EB-5 investors can use a Self-Directed IRA to fund their investment. Learn about the benefits, risks, and key compliance rules for tax-efficient immigration planning.
THREE MISTAKES EB-5 INVESTORS MUST AVOID WHEN SELECTING A PROJECT

Avoid the top 3 mistakes that can jeopardize your EB-5 investment and Green Card. Learn how to choose safe, compliant, and smart EB-5 projects.
THREE THINGS WE LEARNED AT AILA 2025

Here are the top three takeaways from AILA 2025 that EB-5 investors need to know: stricter enforcement on long-term overseas travel, expanded scrutiny for applicants from Communist-affiliated countries, and cautious optimism around the still-uncertain “Gold Card” program.
UNDERSTANDING THE BENEFITS OF EB-5 PARTIAL FUNDING

Discover how EB-5 partial funding can help investors file their I-526E petition without waiting to gather the full $800,000 investment. Learn how this strategy offers flexibility, secures early priority dates, and what documentation is needed to qualify—all while ensuring USCIS compliance.
WHY EB-5 INVESTORS SHOULD SET UP AN ONLINE USCIS ACCOUNT

EB-5 investors can reduce uncertainty and streamline their immigration journey by setting up a USCIS online account. From real-time case tracking to instant updates and secure document handling, this guide outlines the key benefits and steps to create an account and manage your EB-5 petition more effectively.
WHY EB-5 INVESTORS MAY NEED AN ITIN

Learn why EB-5 investors may need an ITIN for U.S. tax reporting. Green Card Fund explains the importance of ITINs in ensuring compliance for EB-5 visa applicants.
Understanding Indirect and Induced Job Creation

Virtually every prospective EB-5 investor understands the importance of job creation. After all, it is the main factor in whether an investor can convert their two-year conditional green card to a permanent green card. Many potential investors also understand that one of the main advantages to investing in an EB-5 regional center project is that […]
Comparing U.S. Visa Options for Investors

Investors seeking to establish a presence or secure residency in the United States have several visa options to choose from, each catering to specific business goals and circumstances.