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What is EB-5?
The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program is a United States government program that encourages new investments in job creation projects. Congress created the EB-5 Program in 1990 to stimulate the U.S. economy through job creation and capital investment by foreign investors.
In 1992, Congress created the Immigrant Investor Program, also known as the Regional Center Program, which sets aside EB-5 visas for participants who invest in commercial enterprises associated with regional centers approved by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) based on proposals for promoting economic growth.
The current investment amount as announced on March 15, 2022 is either $800,000 or $1,050,000 depending on the targeted employment area. Application deadline is end of 2026
Who can apply under a single petition?
Through the EB-5 program, foreign investors and their immediate family members (spouses and unmarried children under the age of 21) have the opportunity to obtain resident status (i.e. a green card) by investing in a qualifying EB-5 project that creates at least 10 full-time jobs.
Investment Requirements:
- Investment of $1,050,000 in the Nexo EB-5 project.
- Investment capital must be from a legal source acquired directly or indirectly through lawful means
- The investment must be “at risk”
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The Application Process. (Application deadline is end of 2026)
After approval of the initial application (I-526 Petition), the applicant, their spouse, and unmarried children under the age of 21.
Consult with your attorney on estimated timeline.
Step 1:
Speak with a representative about the Nexo EB-5 project.
Step 2:
Prepare I-526 form with your attorney and submit to USCIS (Estimated 4-8 weeks)
- Hire an Immigration Attorney to prepare their Immigration Petition (I-526)
- Review of legal source of funds by your attorney
- Payment of investment and fees.
If Applicant is Outside the US
- Consulate Processing
- Consulate Interview
If Applicant is Inside the US
- Proceed with adjustment of status, including work authorization and travel permit
Step 3:
Receive approval on I-526 Form from USCIS
Step 4:
Receive permanent Resident Green Card
Step 5:
File I-829 form within 2 years of receiving your permanent resident status
Step 6:
Return of at-risk investment capital
To learn more about Nexo Residences’ EB5 immigration through investment opportunities inquire here
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. NEXO Residences offers an investment through the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, a U.S. green card pathway for the investor, their spouse and unmarried children under 21. Because NEXO is not located in a Targeted Employment Area (TEA), the required investment is $1,050,000 plus a $70,000 administrative fee. The NEXO EB-5 offering is available for a limited time, and investors should consult their own immigration attorney.
The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program is a U.S. visa program that grants permanent residency (a green card) to foreign nationals who invest in a qualifying U.S. project that creates at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers. The investor’s spouse and unmarried children under 21 can be included. NEXO Residences in North Miami Beach offers a qualifying EB-5 investment, with details on the NEXO EB-5 page.
The EB-5 investment at NEXO Residences is $1,050,000 plus a $70,000 administrative fee, the standard amount for projects outside a Targeted Employment Area. Government filing fees and attorney’s fees are separate from the investment.
In general, yes. EB-5 rules allow investors to use borrowed funds when the loan is secured by the investor’s own assets, and all funds must come from a lawful, documented source. Loan rules are specific, so investors considering financing should review their plan with an immigration attorney before investing in the NEXO Residences EB-5 offering.
EB-5 timelines vary by the investor’s country of birth and current USCIS processing times. Investors first receive a two-year conditional green card, then apply to remove the conditions for a permanent green card. An immigration attorney can estimate the timeline for each case.
Yes, for a limited time. The NEXO Residences EB-5 offering is expected to close by the end of 2026. The EB-5 Regional Center Program itself is authorized by Congress through September 30, 2027. Interested investors should contact the NEXO sales team at 305.714.2922.
The $1,050,000 is paid via wire transfer to the project’s escrow account (Nexo Residences EB5 LLLP) at the time the EB-5 petition is submitted to USCIS. It cannot be paid in installments.
Yes. There is an administrative fee of $70,000 that must be paid at the time the EB-5 petition is submitted to USCIS. The applicant must also pay their attorney’s legal fees, which can range between $30,000 and $35,000. All fees should be discussed with your hired immigration attorney.
It covers the administrative costs associated with the EB-5 project and the Regional Center.
Many sources are accepted as legal, including capital earned from salary and business earnings, appreciation of real estate or other investments, inheritance and gifts. Your attorney will advise you on your specific circumstances.
Yes. Gifts from a family member or other person can be used; however, you must still provide verifiable proof of a legitimate source for the gifted funds.
An EB-5 regional center is an economic unit, public or private, in the United States that is involved with promoting economic growth. Regional centers are designated by USCIS for participation in the Immigrant Investor Program. The NEXO EB-5 project works with Florida First Regional Center (FFRC), wholly owned and operated by American Economic Growth Fund.
The project will return the initial capital investment to the applicant. The administrative and legal fees will not be reimbursed.
The investment will be repaid per the terms identified in the project offering documents. Most projects typically indicate a five-year term, but each project is different.
Yes. Visitors are welcome to meet with our Sales Team at NEXO Residences, located at 13899 Biscayne Boulevard, North Miami Beach. Provide a tentative visit date and the sales team will arrange your visit.