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New USCIS EB-5 filing fees apply from November 30, 2026, and minimum investment amounts adjust from January 1, 2027. See the costs

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EB5 Circle Investor Guide

What EB-5 really costs

The qualifying investment is only part of the budget. Here is a typical breakdown for a regional center investor — and an estimator to see how the pieces add up for you.

Budget estimator

1. Project type
2. Estimated professional fees
Estimated budget$880,000 – $920,000
3. Costs that vary
  • USCIS petition filing feesGovernment fees
  • EB-5 Integrity Fund feeGovernment fees
  • Visa or adjustment-of-status feesGovernment fees
  • Medical examinations and vaccinationsOther costs
  • Translation and document certificationOther costs
  • Currency conversion and bank transfersOther costs
  • Independent due diligence and tax adviceOther costs
  • Travel and other family expensesOther costs

Government fees change over time — USCIS's revised EB-5 fees apply to filings postmarked on or after November 30, 2026. Check the official USCIS fee schedule before filing.

Important facts

  • Minimum investment

    $800,000 for qualifying projects, or $1,050,000 for other projects (until the January 1, 2027 adjustment).

  • Additional expenses

    Regional center and legal fees alone may total approximately $80,000–$120,000, before government fees and other costs.

  • No guaranteed return

    The qualifying investment is at risk, and repayment is not guaranteed.

  • Currency risk

    Exchange-rate movements can increase the total cost in your home currency.

The full cost table

Typical EB-5 costs for a regional center investor
Cost categoryEstimated cost (USD)Details
Qualifying investment — TEA project$800,000Minimum for qualifying rural, high-unemployment TEA or eligible infrastructure projects
Qualifying investment — standard project$1,050,000Minimum investment outside the qualifying categories
Regional center / project administration fee$50,000–$80,000Project setup, administration and related services; varies by project.
Immigration attorney fees$30,000–$40,000Petition preparation, source-of-funds documentation and legal guidance.
USCIS petition filing feesVariesDepend on the forms filed, the filing date and the fee schedule in force.
EB-5 Integrity Fund feeVariesApplies to regional center investors under current rules.
Visa or adjustment-of-status feesVariesConsular processing or Form I-485, depending on your route.
Medical examinations and vaccinationsVariableRequired medical checks where applicable.
Translation and document certificationVariableBank records, civil documents and source-of-funds evidence.
Currency conversion and bank transfersVariableExchange-rate spreads, wire fees and intermediary-bank charges.
Independent due diligence and tax adviceVariableOptional professional review of project, financial and tax matters.
Travel and other family expensesVariableInterviews, travel and expenses for eligible family members.
Estimates from the EB5 Circle Investor Guide; they are typical market ranges, not EB5 Circle's fees, and vary by project and provider. USCIS charges can change — check the official fee schedule before filing.
Understand the capital stackHow capital is repaidU.S. tax obligations

Your next step

Budget with clear eyes.

Bring your questions about fees, currency and timing to a consultation, and confirm every figure with the issuer and your advisers.

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Consultations are informational. EB5 Circle does not provide legal, tax or investment advice; where appropriate we can help you identify qualified professionals.