EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program

EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program is a residence route in United States (Investor- / golden visa). US$800k in TEA/rural/infrastructure project (US$1.05m elsewhere), at risk ~5 yrs, 10 US jobs, documented lawful source of funds. Conditional green card 2 yrs, then I-829. Petition fees US$4,675 now; US$8,950 from 30 Nov 2026. Min. amounts CPI-indexed from 1 Jan 2027.

Planning reference · Data snapshot 2026-10

Figures and requirements are indicative database snapshots, not newly verified eligibility decisions or personalised tax calculations. A residence permit does not automatically determine tax residence. Confirm conditions, deadlines and amounts in their original currency with the relevant authorities.

Tax residence in United States

Green card (e.g. EB-5): resident from first day present as LPR; else substantial presence (183 weighted days, ≥31 this yr)

Worldwide tax + estate tax; dual-status arrival year; pre-immigration planning crucial

Residence certificate: IRS Form 6166

Your previous country applies its own residence tests separately. If both countries treat you as resident, the applicable tax treaty may resolve treaty residence.

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Requirements at a glance

The minimum qualifying investment is about CHF 640'000. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after nå years. Citizenship can be possible after about 5 years.

How holders are taxed

Green-card holders taxed on worldwide income (federal up to 37% + state); CFC/GILTI, PFIC rules hit foreign holding companies.

Next steps

Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.

Kategori	Investor- / golden visa
Investering	CHF 640'000
Gebyrer (familie)	CHF 9'000
Inntekt / år	—
Eiendeler	—
Min. opphold	—
PO	nå
Statsborgerskap	5
Arbeid	yes
Kvalifisert	all
Skatt	Green-card holders taxed on worldwide income (federal up to 37% + state); CFC/GILTI, PFIC rules hit foreign holding companies.
Per	2026-10

Offisiell side

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