Takes Effect

Takes effect

Federal Taxes and fees

EB-5 immigrant investor filing fees rise about 71 percent on average

New fees include $7,615 for a standalone investor petition, $7,850 for a regional center investor petition, $5,000 to remove conditions on residence and $44,115 to seek regional center designation. Integrity Fund fees rise 10 percent, and filings postmarked from the start date must pay the new fees.

Who it affects

EB-5 investors, regional centers and project promoters

When

This rule takes effect on November 30, 2026.

Official text

FR Doc. 2026-20016: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Employment-Based Immigrant Visa, Fifth Preference (EB-5) Fee Rule
On Federal Register. The official text is what counts; read it before you act.

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