EB5 Investor Archives - Murthy Law Firm

05 Feb 2026

Considerations Before Changing Jobs While I-485 Application is Pending

For foreign nationals awaiting a green card, the lengthy processing times for form I-485 applications for adjustment of status can create uncertainty about career opportunities. Many applicants wonder whether they can accept a new job offer, pursue a promotion, or make other employment changes while...

13 Jan 2026

February 2026 Visa Bulletin

The U.S. Department of State (DOS) has released the February 2026 Visa Bulletin. There is little-to-no movement in the upcoming visa bulletin. All cutoff dates listed refer to the final action chart (i.e., Chart A), unless otherwise specified. Visa Bulletin Summary Employment-Based, First Preference (EB1) Category In the...

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22 Dec 2025

I have an EB2 I-140 with a 2017 priority date. If I file an EB5 case, what happens to my EB2 I-140?

Answer Filing an EB5 case normally would have no impact on one’s existing I-140 approval. That case can potentially still be used as a backup, in the unlikely event of running into problems with the EB5 filing. (22.Dec.2025)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that...

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17 Dec 2025

January 2026 Visa Bulletin

Today, the U.S. Department of State (DOS) released the January 2026 Visa Bulletin. There is some forward movement, especially in the EB1 category. All cutoff dates listed below refer to the final action chart (i.e., Chart A), unless otherwise specified. Visa Bulletin Summary Employment-Based, First Preference (EB1)...

16:29 / EB5 Investor / Employment Based / For Individuals / Investor / NewsBrief / Resident / Visa Bulletin

11 Dec 2025

Details of Trump’s Gold Card Program are Released

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has released the details governing the new Gold Card program, an immigration initiative established by Executive Order 14351. The program will allow foreign nationals to pay a fee in order to apply for lawful permanent residency (i.e., a...

10:58 / Consulates / EB5 Investor / For Individuals / Investor / NewsBrief / Resident / USCIS News

20 Nov 2025

Court Strikes Down EB5 Fee Increases

A federal district court has ruled that the substantial fee increases for EB5 immigrant investor applications implemented in April 2024 were unlawful. The court found that U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) raised fees without completing a mandatory fee study required by the EB5 Reform...

13:08 / EB5 Investor / For Individuals / Investor / NewsBrief / Resident / USCIS News

14 Nov 2025

December 2025 Visa Bulletin

The U.S. Department of State (DOS) has released the December 2025 Visa Bulletin. There is a bit of forward movement since the previous month's bulletin. All cutoff dates listed below refer to the final action chart (i.e., Chart A), unless otherwise specified. Visa Bulletin Summary Employment-Based, First...

14:18 / EB5 Investor / Employment Based / For Individuals / Investor / NewsBrief / Resident / Visa Bulletin

12 Nov 2025

Can I invest in a new consulting firm and use that investment to apply for EB5?

Answer It is possible to make an EB5 investment in a consulting firm, but it can present a number of challenges.One potential issue, in particular, is if you wish to have the business located in a high unemployment or rural targeted employment area (TEA). To meet...

10:13 / EB5 Investor / FAQs / For Individuals / Investor / Resident

22 Oct 2025

USCIS Proposes Rule to Reduce EB5 Filing Fees

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services will publish a proposed rule on October 23, 2025, that would significantly reduce fees for most EB5 immigrant investor program applications and petitions. The proposed fee schedule represents decreases ranging from 14 percent to 61 percent for existing EB5...

15:43 / EB5 Investor / For Individuals / NewsBrief / Resident

15 Oct 2025

November 2025 Visa Bulletin

The U.S. Department of State (DOS) has released the November 2025 Visa Bulletin. There are no changes from the previous month in the employment-based categories. Also, I-485 adjustment-of-status applicants must use the more favorable dates for filing chart (i.e., Chart B). Visa Bulletin Summary Employment-Based, First Preference...

12:41 / EB5 Investor / Employment Based / For Employers / For Individuals / Investor / NewsBrief / Resident / Visa Bulletin

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