USA EB-5 Residency – TEA Investment

Q: What is the minimum TEA investment for EB-5?

The required investment is $800,000 in a designated rural or high-unemployment area.

Q: How many jobs must be created?

At least 10 full-time jobs for qualified U.S. workers.

Q: Can family members be included?

Yes, your spouse and unmarried children under 21 are included in the application.

Q: Is the investment refundable?

No, the investment is at risk and subject to project performance.

Q: How long is the conditional Green Card valid?

2 years, after which conditions can be removed upon proof of job creation.

Q: Can I apply for citizenship after EB-5?

Yes, after holding a Green Card for 5 years.

Secure U.S. Green Card by investing $800,000 in a TEA project

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At a glance

Quick facts

Minimum investment: 800K USD ($); Currency: USD ($)

Typical timeline: 24 months; From application start

Highlights

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1Do you have at least $800,000 in lawful investment funds?

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2Are you able to create at least 10 full-time U.S. jobs?

Yes

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Program overview

The USA EB-5 TEA Investment route provides a path to U.S. residency and Green Card through a lower investment of $800,000 in a Targeted Employment Area. This route allows location-specific projects, often via Regional Centers, and promotes job creation in rural or high-unemployment regions.

Investment overview

Minimum Investment: $800,000
Type: Investment in a TEA project (Regional Center or Direct)
Requirement: Create at least 10 full-time jobs
Risk: Investment must remain "at risk" with no guaranteed returns

Costs & proof of funds

Costs & funds

Program fees & proof of funds

Estimated program totals

USD ($): 800,000 USD ($)

Required proof of funds

USD ($): 800,000 USD ($)

Detailed fee table

Program fee breakdown with price, timing and notes.
Item	Price	When	Notes
Minimum Investment – TEA	800,000 USD ($)	At the start of the program / before filing I-526	Investment in rural or high-unemployment areas

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We’ll share a personalized cost sheet after your pre-screen.

Estimates only — final costs may vary by case & government updates.

Proof of funds

Lawful Source of Funds800,000 USD ($)
Provide audited documents, business income, inheritance, or property sale records

Required (USD ($)): 800,000 USD ($)

Figures are indicative and may change with family size, project selection and program updates.

Official

Government fees

Total (USD ($)): 3,250 USD ($)

Government Processing Fees
Includes I-526 filing fee, visa issuance fee, and USCIS processing charges
3,250 USD ($)

Official fees (payable to the government)

Item	Amount	Notes
Government Processing Fees	3,250 USD ($)	Includes I-526 filing fee, visa issuance fee, and USCIS processing charges

Government fees are set by the issuing authority and may change without notice. We’ll confirm current rates during onboarding.

Eligibility

Investment of $800,000 in a qualifying TEA project
Creation of at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers
Proof of legal source of funds
Maintain investment for the required holding period (VERIFY_HoldingPeriod)

Key benefits

Residency in the U.S. through TEA investment
Pathway to permanent Green Card and citizenship
Self-petition route – no employer sponsorship required
Children under 21 can study with in-state tuition benefits
Freedom to live, work, and operate a business anywhere in the U.S.

Checklist

Document checklist

9 total items

Documents vary by profile and family composition; we'll tailor your final list.

Identity Documents

3 items

Passport copies
Birth certificates
Marriage certificate if applicable

All documents must be valid and translated if not in English

Financial Documents

4 items

Bank statements
Business ownership documents
Property sale deeds
Inheritance papers

Must clearly prove lawful source of funds

Compliance Documents

2 items

Police clearance certificate
Medical examination reports

Background checks required for all applicants

Snapshot

Eligible dependents

3 of 4 categories included

IncludedNot included

Spouse: Included
Yes
Children: Up to 21 years21
Yes
Parents: From 0+ years0+
Yes
Siblings: Not included
No

Application process

Process

How it works

8 steps

Step 1: Consultation & Project Selection
Initial consultation with an immigration attorney to select TEA investment
GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks
Step 2: Prepare Source-of-Funds Documentation
Gather audited documents, business records, inheritance, or property sale records
GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks
Step 3: Invest $800,000 in a TEA project
Complete direct investment into the chosen TEA project
GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks
Step 4: File Form I-526 with USCIS
Submit application for conditional Green Card
GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks
Step 5: Conditional Green Card Issuance
Apply via Form I-485 or DS-260; receive 2-year conditional Green Card
GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks
Step 6: Maintain investment & create 10 jobs
Fulfill job creation and investment obligations over 2 years
GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks
Step 7: File Form I-829 to remove conditions
Submit after 2 years for permanent Green Card
GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks
Step 8: Apply for Citizenship
Eligible for U.S. citizenship after 5 years with permanent residency
GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

Comparison

Feature	TEA Investment ($800,000)	Non-TEA Investment ($1,050,000)
Minimum Investment	$800,000	$1,050,000
Eligible Locations	Rural / High-unemployment	Any U.S. location
Risk Level	Moderate, location-limited	Higher capital exposure
Job Creation Requirement	10 full-time jobs	10 full-time jobs
Involvement	Regional Center (passive)	Direct or Regional Center