Naturalization

Must-Know Facts

  • Simply investing in personal real estate or property in the United States is not sufficient for immigration purposes
  • The EB‑5 immigrant investor program allows foreign nationals to secure a U.S. green card by making a qualifying investment in a U.S. enterprise.
  • Investors can choose between the Regional Center Program, where a managing entity handles operational tasks, and the standalone option, which requires active involvement.
  • The required investment is $1,050,000 in standard areas or $800,000 in Targeted Employment Areas (TEAs).
  • Each investment must lead to the creation of at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers.
  • Besides the initial investment, investors should prepare for USCIS filing fees, including fees for Forms I‑526, I‑485, and I‑829, as well as potential administrative and legal fees.

Naturalization Articles

  • Green Card Through Real Estate Investment 2023

    Green Card Through Real Estate Investment

    Published on April 16, 2025

    Investment is one of the most prestigious avenues for foreign nationals to achieve both lawful resident status and financial opportunities in the United States, specifically, real estate investment. This is mostly achieved through the EB-5 immigrant investor program, which enables foreign nationals to acquire a U.S. green card by investing a minimum of $800,000 or…

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    Citizenship vs. Nationality | What’s the Difference?

    Published on April 15, 2025

    People often confuse the difference between citizenship vs. nationality when describing where they come from and their inherited cultural background. When it comes to immigration matters, it’s essential to understand the difference between the two terms. In this post, we’ll explore not only citizenship vs. nationality but also the difference between nationality vs. ethnicity and…

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    Do You Have the Good Moral Character USCIS is Looking For?

    Published on January 10, 2023

    When going through the naturalization interview, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) officer will judge whether you have the good moral character required to be a citizen of the United States. The good moral character seems like such a subjective requirement for citizenship. You might be wondering if it’s enough to look at the…

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    Conditional Permanent Resident: Complete Guide with Top Things You Should Know

    Published on August 30, 2022

    Conditional permanent residence can be a mandatory immigration step for some foreigners planning on residing in the U.S. It is essential that you are aware of all of the benefits and limitations that conditional green card status comes with and its effects on your family. On this page, you will learn all about this temporary…

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    Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA): Eligibility, Application, Requirements, Checklist

    Published on July 07, 2022

    The birth of a child is a joyful moment and a responsibility – one such responsibility is sorting out your child’s citizenship. On this page, you will learn about a Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA), eligibility requirements, CRBA application, the role of parents’ residence status, and processing time. You will also be provided with…

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    How to Apply for a Certificate of Citizenship via Form N-600

    Published on August 02, 2021

    A Certificate of Citizenship is how individuals born outside of the United States to citizen parent(s) can prove U.S. citizenship. This certificate is important because it can be used as proof of citizenship to obtain a U.S. passport and other immigration services for a spouse or relative down the line. Form N-600, Application for Certificate…