More than 2,700 families from over 70 countries have chosen EB5AN to pursue their EB-5 visas. These investors and their families come from a variety of occupations and backgrounds, but they share a common goal: to become permanent residents of the United States.
Once you receive your permanent resident card (better known as a Green Card), your prospects and the opportunities available to you are immediately expanded. As a Green Card holder, you can work in any industry for any employer—or start your own business—anywhere in the United States. You can work full-time, part-time, or not at all without putting your visa status at risk.
Unlike in other visa categories, such as L-1 or EB-3, EB-5 visas do not rely on employer sponsorship. And unlike the F-1 or E-2 programs, EB-5 offers a permanent, not temporary. This means you and your family will be able to enjoy the wealth of business, career, and academic opportunities the United States has to offer—without the uncertainty surrounding other visa categories, including H-1B.
If these are your goals, you may be considering an EB-5 investment. For most foreign nationals, the EB-5 program is the fastest path to a U.S. Green Card. Multiple EB5AN investors have received their physical U.S. Green Cards in only a few months—with investors in one EB5AN project obtaining I-526E approval in an average of 5.8 months.
And if you already live in the U.S. on a non-immigrant visa like an H-1B, you may be wondering about the immigration benefits an EB-5 Green Card holds.
In this post, we are pleased to share experiences from our own EB-5 investors who have already received their U.S. Green Cards. In their testimonials, they shared the wide-ranging benefits they’ve received since making their EB-5 investments: career growth, business opportunities, and peace of mind.
If you are considering the EB-5 program, read on to discover why other foreign nationals have pursued this immigration path and why they found a U.S. Green Card was well worth the investment.
(To protect our investors’ privacy, their names and some identifying information have been changed.)
How an Indian Couple Gained Peace of Mind and Career Stability (Rocky River Rural EB-5 Project)
Career Freedom For an H-1B Worker (Rocky River Rural EB-5 Project)
How Permanent Residency Has Benefitted My Family and Career (Twin Lakes Rural EB-5 Project)
Securing a Permanent Future in the United States (Saltaire St. Petersburg Urban EB-5 Project [Closed for Investment])
Become the Next Green Card Holder: Start Planning Your EB-5 Investment
How an Indian Couple Gained Peace of Mind and Career Stability (Rocky River Rural EB-5 Project)
Ananya and Vivek’s journey began when both came to the United States from India on F-1 student visas to complete master’s degrees. Over time, their careers grew, and they transitioned to H-1B visas.
Yet, despite their success, they found themselves caught in the same visa uncertainty familiar to so many Indian professionals: years of waiting in EB-2 and EB-3 queues, limited mobility, and constant anxiety about renewals. Even EB-1 was backlogged for those born in India. They realized that if they wanted lasting security, they needed a more direct path.
That path came through EB-5. For Ananya and Vivek, unlike the temporary work visas they had relied on, the EB-5 program offered a clear, dependable route to a Green Card—and with rural priority processing, it meant significantly shorter timelines. For them, this wasn’t just about immigration paperwork. It was about reclaiming control over their lives, free from the constant fear that a job change or visa denial could upend everything.
They took a methodical approach to choosing an EB-5 project. Their criteria were strict: strong job creation numbers, I-956F approval, rural designation, and a conservative capital structure. They compared urban projects with shorter projected payback periods against rural housing communities like Rocky River. While urban options looked appealing on the surface, they carried added risks—such as litigation around repayment timing and the inherent volatility of hospitality projects.
In the end, Rocky River stood out as the more secure option: single-family housing built in phases, backed by a developer with decades of successful experience. Kolter’s track record during challenging periods like the 2008 financial crisis and COVID further convinced them they were choosing wisely.
The benefits of their Green Cards have been profound.
First and foremost, Ananya and Vivek are no longer tethered to employers for visa sponsorship. They can pursue career opportunities wherever and whenever they arise, including roles in emerging industries or locations outside traditional H-1B hubs. This freedom has opened doors that were previously closed.
They also no longer live with the annual stress of visa lotteries, renewals, and extensions. Instead, they have permanent residency: the right to live, work, and travel with confidence. That stability extends to their family planning as well. They know their children will grow up without immigration barriers defining where they can study or work.
Now, with their Green Cards secured, Ananya and Vivek describe the EB-5 process as one of the most important decisions of their lives. The freedom to move across states, switch jobs, or even pursue entrepreneurial ventures without immigration restrictions has opened up possibilities they once only dreamed of. More than anything, the sense of permanence—knowing their place in the United States is no longer conditional—has given them the peace of mind they were searching for since first stepping onto American soil.
Their story illustrates why EB-5 remains such a powerful solution for Indian H-1B professionals: It offers not just immigration status, but the freedom and security needed to truly build a life in the U.S.
Career Freedom For an H-1B Worker (Rocky River Rural EB-5 Project)
After arriving in the U.S. from India on an H-1B visa in 2016, Arjun worked hard to build a career and create stability for his family. Like many Indian professionals, he initially pursued permanent residency through the EB-2 category—but the crushing backlog soon made it clear that this path could stretch on indefinitely.
Living under the constraints of a temporary visa meant always planning around expiration dates, renewing paperwork, and remaining tied to an employer for sponsorship. That instability led Arjun to explore other options, and eventually to the EB-5 program.
The appeal of EB-5 was straightforward for Arjun: a direct, secure path to a Green Card. No other route offered the same combination of predictability and control over his family’s future. What stood out most was the opportunity to finally step away from the uncertainty of a temporary status and put down real roots in America.
While researching projects, Arjun focused on two things: investment and process transparency. He found both in EB5AN and its developer partner, The Kolter Group. Their track record with projects like Twin Lakes demonstrated reliable execution, and the phased construction approach gave him confidence that progress would be visible and measurable.
The Rocky River rural project matched his goals precisely. Building single-family homes in phases, with clear milestones, felt like the right balance of risk and reward. Importantly, the rural designation also meant faster petition processing—a crucial benefit for someone eager to avoid a lengthy backlog.
The practical advantages of the EB-5 Green Card have been transformative for Arjun and his family. He no longer needs to worry about whether his visa renewal will go through or whether a change in employer could jeopardize his status. The dependence on sponsorship is gone, replaced by the freedom to work for any company—or even start his own—without immigration restrictions shaping every career decision.
Just as importantly, Arjun and his family now have the peace of mind that they can live anywhere in the U.S., not just in regions where visa-sponsoring jobs cluster. For his children, it means stability in schooling and the chance to truly call the U.S. home without fearing disruption.
Today, with permanent residency secured, Arjun describes the EB-5 investment as life-changing. For him, the greatest benefit isn’t only the Green Card itself, but the ability to finally plan ahead without restrictions—whether that means pursuing new professional opportunities, moving to a different state, or simply living without the shadow of visa uncertainty. What began as a search for a faster immigration solution has become a foundation for Arjun’s family’s future in the U.S.
How Permanent Residency Has Benefitted My Family and Career (Twin Lakes Rural EB-5 Project)
After arriving in the United States several years ago to pursue his master’s degree, Sandeep built a career in the tech sector. Like many of his peers from India, Sandeep dreamed of staying in the U.S. long-term to seize professional opportunities and provide stability for his family. But his early visa journey made him question whether such a future was possible.
Sandeep’s first challenge came when he attempted to secure an H-1B visa. Despite applying multiple times, he was never selected. He considered other options, such as the O-1 visa and EB-1A, but each came with daunting hurdles and long backlogs for Indian nationals. Watching friends struggle with employer dependency and limited mobility under H-1B status only reinforced his concerns. Tech industry layoffs, with their unforgiving 60-day grace period, highlighted the precariousness of a temporary status.
For Sandeep, it was becoming clear: No matter how hard he worked, his place in the U.S. could always be subject to forces beyond his control.
That realization pushed him to explore the EB-5 program.
The decision to invest through EB5AN’s Twin Lakes rural project was easy. For Sandeep, the rural designation meant priority visa processing—a lifeline for Indian applicants stuck in other categories’ backlogs. Twin Lakes’ structure as a phased single-family housing development gave him added assurance. The developer’s proven history meant reduced risk, while the project’s suburban location near key infrastructure promised long-term viability. After careful evaluation, he concluded that Twin Lakes offered the right mix of security and speed.
Securing a Green Card has changed Sandeep’s life. He no longer worries about tying his career to an employer’s sponsorship. He is free to pursue opportunities across the U.S.—whether at a startup in Austin, a major tech hub in Seattle, or through his own venture anywhere in the country. The possibility of job loss, once an existential threat to his immigration status, no longer dictates his choices.
Equally important is the stability for his family. His wife and children now have the assurance of permanent residency. They can live anywhere in the country without fear of relocation tied to visa restrictions. His children’s education can proceed uninterrupted, with access to scholarships and opportunities previously off limits to temporary visa holders. For Sandeep, this peace of mind outweighs any financial trade-offs.
Looking back, Sandeep reflects that while the EB-5 required a significant upfront investment, the returns—immigration security, career freedom, and family stability—were priceless. His investment allowed him to step off the treadmill of uncertainty and finally build the life he envisioned in America. Today, he sees his Green Card not only as a legal status but as his foundation for a secure, confident future.
Securing a Permanent Future in the United States (Saltaire St. Petersburg Urban EB-5 Project [Closed for Investment])
When Rohit first moved to the United States in 2012 as a software engineer, he was excited about the opportunities ahead. Like many of his compatriots, he started his journey on an H-1B visa and later entered the EB-2 and EB-3 queues in hopes of permanent residency.
But years of visa backlogs, combined with the growing needs of his family, made him reconsider whether those routes could ever provide stability.
Rohit’s breakthrough came when he learned about the EB-5 program. Unlike other visa categories, EB-5 offered a direct route to a Green Card—and, with the right project, the potential for financial returns.
He attended several investor conferences, including one led by EB5AN’s leadership, where the transparency and depth of information convinced him to take the leap.
His choice was the Saltaire St. Petersburg project, developed by Kolter and sponsored by EB5AN. What set it apart for Rohit was not just its strong fundamentals but also its equity structure. While many EB-5 opportunities are loan-based, Saltaire promised a preferred return—up to 6%—on top of immigration benefits. For an investor concerned with both family security and wealth preservation, this dual advantage was compelling.
Over four years, Rohit saw his investment thrive. Detailed quarterly reports from EB5AN kept him apprised of construction progress, sales updates, and job creation benchmarks. This steady flow of information reassured him that the project was on track to deliver the employment required for his Green Card.
Just as importantly, the equity structure produced significant returns. Because part of his capital was financed at a lower interest rate than the project’s returns, he effectively generated a profit even on borrowed funds.
Yet the most profound benefit was the Green Card itself. With permanent residency, Rohit no longer lives under the constraints of H-1B renewals or employer dependence. He is free to explore new career paths or even entrepreneurial ventures without the specter of losing legal status.
For his family, the transformation has been equally meaningful. His son, once restricted by dependent visa limitations, can now pursue job opportunities after college without barriers. The family as a whole enjoys the security of knowing they belong permanently in the United States.
Today, Rohit looks back on his EB-5 decision as one of the most impactful choices of his life. The financial return was impressive, but the greater reward was the freedom and stability his Green Card has provided. Free from backlogs and visa anxieties, he and his family can now plan their futures with clarity.
The EB-5 program has not only secured their place in America but has also allowed them to thrive on their own terms.
Become the Next Green Card Holder: Start Planning Your EB-5 Investment
For investors from all backgrounds and in all situations, the benefits of a U.S. Green Card are clear and consistent: the freedom to work without restrictions, the ability to build lasting careers and businesses, and the security of knowing their families can thrive in the United States without the constant strain of visa uncertainty.
From education and professional opportunities to the peace of mind that comes with stability, permanent residency opens doors that temporary status keeps closed.
To get started on your own journey to a U.S. Green Card, schedule a free consultation with EB5AN.
