Summary
A U.S. court blocked an increase in fees for the EB-5 investor visa program, which helps foreign investors get green cards by investing in U.S. projects that create jobs. This court decision means that the fees will return to their lower, earlier amounts, making it cheaper for investors seeking green cards.
Key Facts
- A court ruling stopped fee increases for the EB-5 investor visa program.
- The EB-5 program lets foreign investors obtain green cards by creating jobs in the U.S.
- A new rule aimed to raise the fees starting April 1, 2024, but the court reversed this change.
- The U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado issued the decision.
- Fees for forms like Form I-526 will now revert to the old rate, such as dropping from $11,160 to $3,675.
- Applicants must pay the reduced rates for forms sent after November 26, 2025, or they risk having their petitions rejected.
- The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and USCIS disagree with the court but are following the decision.
- There is a possibility of an appeal or new rules in the future.
