H-1B to EB-5 Visa: Filing Before the Investment Increase
About the Event
For H-1B visa holders planning a long-term future in the United States, the EB-5 Program offers an alternative pathway to permanent residency without relying on employer sponsorship.
With minimum EB-5 investment amounts scheduled to increase on January 1, 2027, and changes to USCIS filing fees on November 30, 2026, understanding your options and preparing early is more important than ever.
Join Golden Gate Global, California’s largest sponsor of EB-5 projects, and a leading EB-5 immigration attorney in San Jose, Bay Area for an in-person seminar focused on transitioning from H-1B to EB-5, navigating the filing process, and preparing for upcoming program changes.
Speakers
Abhinav Lohia – Chief Revenue Officer, Golden Gate Global
Brandon Meyer – Managing Partner, Meyer Law Group
Greg Bryant - Senior Director, China, Golden Gate Global
Xiaofan Doolittle – Director, US, Golden Gate Global
What to Expect
H-1B to EB-5: Your Path to Permanent Residency
How EB-5 offers a pathway to a Green Card without employer sponsorship
EB-5 eligibility and filing considerations for H-1B visa holders
Concurrent filing and Adjustment of Status (AOS) opportunities for eligible applicants already in the U.S.
Key considerations for maintaining lawful immigration status during the EB-5 process
Filing Before the 2027 Investment Increase
The scheduled EB-5 minimum investment amount adjustment beginning January 1, 2027
Upcoming USCIS filing fee changes and their potential impact on investors
What H-1B holders should consider when preparing an EB-5 petition before the end of 2026
Source of Funds & EB-5 Investment Planning
Source of funds documentation requirements for EB-5 investors
Common challenges when documenting employment income, savings, gifts, and other funding sources
Key considerations when evaluating EB-5 investment projects
Current EB-5 Immigration Landscape
Visa availability and potential retrogression for EB-5 applicants
Rural vs. High Unemployment Area (HUA) projects and visa set-aside categories
Recent USCIS processing and adjudication trends
Important immigration and investment considerations for 2027 and beyond
Live Q&A
Ask your questions directly to experienced immigration attorneys and EB-5 professionals
Who Should Attend?
H-1B visa holders exploring employer-independent pathways to permanent residency
Professionals facing uncertainty around employer sponsorship or employment-based Green Card timelines
L-1, F-1, E-2, and other eligible nonimmigrant visa holders considering EB-5
Prospective EB-5 investors planning to file before the 2027 investment increase
Families planning their long-term future in the United States
Limited seating available. Reserve your seat today to explore your EB-5 options and learn how to prepare before upcoming program changes take effect.
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