Matt Parolie

I-829 EB-5 Removal of Conditions: The Investor’s Guide to Permanent Residency

Form I-829 is the pivotal final step for EB-5 investors seeking to secure permanent U.S. residency. This extensive guide covers everything you need to know about Form I-829: its purpose, evidence requirements for Regional Center investments, processing times, your status while it’s pending, how it affects your citizenship journey, and key FAQs, including the important connection ...

How Behring’s Indian EB-5 Investors are Fast-Tracking Green Cards with Strategic Legal Action

Behring's EB-5 platform has become a lifeline for Indian-born professionals seeking immigration certainty in an increasingly competitive landscape. Recent success stories demonstrate how strategic legal action, combined with proven EB-5 projects and diversified financing options, can dramatically accelerate the path to permanent residency. Through strategic use of Writ of Mandamus (WOM) actions and carefully selected ...

The Big, Beautiful Certification of the EB-5 Program

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act that President Trump signed into law on July 4, 2025, does not contain any changes or modifications to the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program.  This law maintains the status quo for federal operations, including immigration-related agencies and funding that support the program.  Congress had the opportunity to make EB-5 specific changes ...

Trump’s Gold Card – A Comprehensive Timeline

Note: The EB-5 program continues to operate under the framework established by the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act (RIA). The 2025 Budget Bill has no specific provisions about the EB-5 program with funding allocated through the Immigration Examinations Fee Account and the EB-5 Integrity Fund.    What Is the Trump Gold Card?  The Trump Gold ...

RISE Investors Celebrate Multiple I-526E Approvals

A Landmark for RISE Fund Investors Behring Regional Center is proud to announce a new wave of I-526E approvals in June 2025 from the RISE Fund, marking a pivotal achievement for our EB-5 investors on their path to U.S. permanent residency through the EB-5 program 1.  Notably, the recent round of approvals features the use ...

Crackdown on EB-1 Visas: Rising Revocations, USCIS Scrutiny, and the Case for EB-5

In recent months, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has intensified its scrutiny of the EB-1 visa category, particularly the EB-1A “extraordinary ability” subcategory.  Immigration attorneys report a surge in reviews and revocations of previously approved EB-1A petitions, especially among Indian applicants. Allegations have surfaced that some applicants have attempted to game the system ...

F-1 Visa Crackdowns Trigger Student Uncertainty: Why EB-5 Offers a Safer Path

Recent policy shifts—including SEVIS cancellations, heightened scrutiny of F-1 visa holders’ social media accounts, and the suspension of student visa interviews—have created unprecedented uncertainty for international students in the U.S. These developments, combined with the employment and time limitations of the F-1 visa, are prompting many students to consider the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program as ...

E-2 Visa to EB-5 Green Card: A Smart Path to Permanent Residency

Switching from an E-2 visa to an EB-5 green card is a smart path for many investors—especially as E-2 renewals become increasingly uncertain and burdensome. With stricter scrutiny on E-2 renewals and the inherent limitations of temporary visas, investors are seeking stability through EB-5’s green card benefits. Below, we break down the key fears surrounding ...

Why EB-5 is the Leading Option for L1 Visa Holders Facing Expiration

L1 visa holders facing expiration of their status may find themselves navigating uncertainty. The L1 visa, while offering a temporary work solution in the U.S., does not provide a pathway to permanent residency. For those seeking long-term security and stability, the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program has emerged as a compelling alternative. Below, we explore why ...
Consent Preferences