Investing in the US

[christa]

Hi!

Is it true that if an individual makes a certain amount of investment in the US (Say gets Gas station or a franchise - subway etc). Does it contribute to getting some documentation and status. If yes, what is the amount that is required to be put in.

Thanks

Christa

[JoeF]

If you invest $1M of your own money and hire at least 10 Americans of Permanent Residents, then you can get a Greencard in the EB5 category.

That's way above the gas station or Subway level.

[Attorney_23]

Joe is correct (although I'm actually not sure how much it costs to buy a Subway franchise!) That being said, you can still qualify for EB-5 with a mere $500,000 investment if you open the business in a targeted employment area.