EB-5 Visa Attorney in South Florida

Immigration-Only Representation for Investor Visa Petitions on the Treasure Coast & Palm Beach County

The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program gives foreign nationals a path to lawful permanent residency by investing qualifying capital in a U.S. business that creates jobs for American workers. At The Gaston Law Firm, P.A., immigration is all we do. Your EB-5 petition won’t compete for attention against personal injury files or real estate closings because we don’t handle those matters. Clients get our full focus on immigration law and nothing else.

Our lead attorney’s background as a former prosecutor directly shapes how we approach EB-5 cases. Source-of-funds documentation is one of the most scrutinized elements of any EB-5 petition, and a prosecutorial mindset means we review financial records the way a government adjudicator would: identifying gaps before USCIS does and building a record that holds up under scrutiny. We serve investors throughout Martin County, St. Lucie County, Indian River County, Okeechobee County, Palm Beach County, and the broader South Florida region. Video conferencing means investors outside the area, including those located internationally, can work with us without an in-person visit.

The Gaston Law Firm, P.A. holds a 10.0 Superb rating on Avvo and is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA). Call (888) 388-6859 to discuss your EB-5 case with our South Florida immigration team.

Why South Florida Investors Work with The Gaston Law Firm, P.A.

The EB-5 process runs long. From the initial I-526 or I-526E filing through removal of conditions via Form I-829, the full timeline spans several years. That duration demands an attorney relationship built on consistent communication, not just activity at filing time. We stay in contact with clients throughout every stage, explaining developments, flagging USCIS notices, and keeping the file moving.

We build personalized strategies for each investor rather than processing cases through a template. When a client’s situation involves intersecting legal concerns, such as criminal history that could affect admissibility, we coordinate with criminal defense attorneys to address the full picture. Our approach is collaborative internally and transparent with clients at every step.

• Immigration-only practice: No competing practice areas dilute our focus on your case
• Prosecutorial document review: Source-of-funds records scrutinized before submission, not after
• Long-term client communication: Active engagement across a multi-year process, not just at filing
• National and international reach: Video conferencing for investors outside South Florida
• Cross-disciplinary coordination: Collaboration with criminal defense counsel when case complexity requires it

Call (888) 388-6859 to discuss your case. We serve all of South Florida, including St. Lucie County, Martin County, and the surrounding areas.

Frequently Asked Questions

The questions below cover the EB-5 program’s core requirements, investment thresholds, and timeline. Investors with questions specific to their situation should contact our South Florida immigration team directly.

What Is the Purpose of the EB-5 Investor Green Card?

The EB-5 visa allows a foreign national to self-petition for a green card by investing qualifying capital in a new commercial enterprise and creating at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers. Congress established the EB-5 category through the Immigration Act of 1990 to stimulate the U.S. economy through foreign capital and job creation. A qualifying investor, along with their spouse and unmarried children under 21, may be eligible for lawful permanent residency upon approval, though each applicant’s eligibility depends on individual circumstances.

What Are the Current Investment Requirements?

Under the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022, the standard minimum investment is $1,050,000. Investments in a targeted employment area (TEA), meaning a rural area or a geographic area where unemployment is at least 150% of the national average, qualify for a reduced minimum of $800,000. In both cases, the capital must be at risk and the investment must create or preserve at least 10 full-time jobs for qualifying U.S. workers. These thresholds replaced the prior $1,000,000 and $500,000 figures; if you’ve seen those older numbers elsewhere, they’re no longer current.

What Is a Targeted Employment Area?

A targeted employment area is a rural area or a geographic location where the unemployment rate is at least 150% of the national average at the time of investment. TEA designation matters because it unlocks the reduced $800,000 minimum investment threshold. Confirming whether a specific project qualifies as a TEA investment is an important early step in evaluating any EB-5 opportunity.

What Is the Difference Between Direct Investment & a Regional Center Investment?

Direct investment requires the investor to fund and actively manage a new commercial enterprise that creates at least 10 full-time jobs directly on its payroll. Regional center investment pools capital from multiple investors into a larger USCIS-approved project and allows indirect job creation to count toward the 10-job requirement, making it the more common route. Both paths require the same rigorous source-of-funds documentation. For a fuller explanation of how each path works, see the program overview below.

How Long Does the EB-5 Process Take?

Processing time varies based on the investor’s country of birth, petition complexity, and current USCIS workload. The full process, from filing Form I-526 or I-526E through removal of conditions via Form I-829, spans several years. Investors subject to visa backlogs based on country of birth may wait longer for visa availability before the conditional green card stage begins. Planning for a long-term commitment and maintaining compliance throughout is essential.

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