Do you and your family want to immigrate to New Hampshire or elsewhere in the United States? Or perhaps you’re an immigrant already living in New Hampshire, and you want to gain permanent U.S. residency? One of the best ways to achieve this is through the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, which enables you to obtain a U.S. Green Card by investing in the country’s economy.
Although you can invest anywhere in the United States, there are certain benefits to investing in
New Hampshire. If you live in New Hampshire or plan on moving there, you might also wish to invest in a project located close to home.
Just like in other parts of the United States, the easiest way to make an EB-5 investment in New Hampshire is through a regional center. This article explains everything you need to know about this process.
What Is the EB-5 Program?
Primary EB-5 Investment Requirements
What Is a Regional Center?
- Indirect Job Creation Counts Toward Your Total Job Creation
- Faster Form I-526E Approval for Rural TEA Projects
- Passive Management
Why Invest in a Regional Center?
EB5AN’s Northeast Regional Center
EB-5 Investors Based in New Hampshire
How to Evaluate EB-5 Investment Projects
Reasons to Immigrate to New Hampshire
- Cultured Cities
- High Quality of Life
- Natural Beauty and Outdoor Recreation
- Proximity to Major Markets
New Hampshire: Population and Income Demographics
EB-5 Investment: Your Gateway to Permanent Residency in the U.S., Including New Hampshire
What Is the EB-5 Program?
The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program is a program that allows foreign investors to gain permanent residency in the U.S. by investing in a new commercial enterprise (NCE). If, after two years, you are able to prove that your investment has generated and maintained 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers, you can apply for an unconditional Green Card.
Read our article on the steps you need to take to obtain an EB-5 visa to learn more about the application procedure.
Primary EB-5 Investment Requirements
Investments made under the EB-5 program are required to meet certain criteria. These include:
- ➔ Investing a minimum of $1,050,000 in a project or business venture, or a minimum of $800,000 in an infrastructure project, or in a project or business venture located in a targeted employment area (TEA). All of EB5AN’s projects are located in TEAs and, therefore, qualify for the lower investment amount.
- ➔ Creating at least 10 full-time jobs for qualifying U.S. workers and sustaining these jobs for a minimum of two years. Those who invest through a regional center can count indirect and induced jobs towards job creation. We discuss this in greater detail later in this article.
- ➔ Investing in a new commercial enterprise.
- ➔ Maintaining the at-risk status of the investment and using lawfully sourced investment funds.
| 💡 What Is a Targeted Employment Area? |
A TEA is a part of the United States that is either a rural TEA or a high-unemployment TEA:
There are several benefits to investing in EB-5 projects located in a TEA, including:
EB5AN offers several projects located in rural TEAs. |
What Is a Regional Center?
EB-5 regional centers streamline the EB-5 investment process for potential EB-5 applicants. Investing through a regional center has several benefits:
Indirect Job Creation Counts Toward Your Total Job Creation
Investments that aren’t made through a regional center can only count full-time jobs created by their project—direct jobs—toward the required total of 10. If you invest through a regional center, however, full-time jobs generated because of your project—indirect jobs—also count.
Faster Form I-526E Approval for Rural TEA Projects
Once you have invested, you can apply to the EB-5 program by completing Form I-526E. This form requires you to provide details of the project you are investing in. A rural TEA project qualifies for priority processing, meaning your application will likely be processed faster.
Passive Management
Project managers acting for or on behalf of the NCE or the job-creating entity that owns and develops the project handle most of the business and fund management on behalf of investors. This is great if you want to avoid the hassle of managing a business yourself.
Why Invest in a Regional Center?
Potential EB-5 investors may select EB-5 investments located anywhere in the United States. However, opting for an EB-5 investment in New Hampshire offers several advantages:
Residency benefits are granted to all direct and indirect (via a regional center) EB-5 investors, irrespective of where in the United States the project is located; however, certain advantages apply to investing and living in New Hampshire.
- The EB-5 program is one of the fastest ways to gain U.S. permanent residency for the EB-5 investor, their spouse, and their unmarried children under 21 years of age.
- Retired Green Card holders can access their pensions earned abroad and in the United States. They may also qualify for Medicare and other social welfare programs.
- Green Card holders may apply for U.S. citizenship after five years of established permanent residency in the United States.
Employment Benefits
- Green Card holders are free to live and work anywhere in the United States.
- The EB-5 program does not require a visa sponsor (like a family member) or an employer sponsor.
- Green Card holders do not need an H-1B work visa to work.
- New Hampshire does not have a personal income tax on wages and salaries, which is a significant advantage for workers.
- Additionally, there is no sales tax in New Hampshire, meaning residents and businesses do not have to pay extra when purchasing goods and services.
- New Hampshire also does not have a tax on dividends and interest income.
| 💡 What Is an H-1B Visa? |
| An H-1B visa is a work visa that allows foreign workers to come to the U.S. for a limited period to work in a specialist field. An employer must sponsor an H-1B visa; it is not an immigration visa. |
Travel Benefits
- Green Card holders can leave and enter the country without being denied reentry. However, some travel restrictions apply.
- A bona fide resident and Green Card holder is free to travel to any part of the United States.
Education Benefits
- Green Card holders have free access to public elementary, middle, and high schools and lower-cost in-state tuition at public colleges and universities.
- U.S. residency significantly improves the likelihood of admission to U.S. universities.
- Green Card holders may qualify for financial aid and scholarships.
- Permanent residents can work while studying, complete internships, and apply for postgraduate positions.
EB5AN’s Northeast Regional Center
Although EB-5 investors can make their EB-5 investment in projects located anywhere in the United States, those in New Hampshire may find it easier to invest in projects located within New Hampshire. Thankfully, EB5AN already has a USCIS-approved regional center in New Hampshire.
The EB5AN’s Northeast Regional Center contains 10 counties within New Hampshire, including Manchester, the state’s most populous city, and Nashua (Gate City), which links the Boston region and New Hampshire.
EB-5 Investors Based in New Hampshire
EB5AN has EB-5 investment projects available to people already living in the United States, including New Hampshire. The EB-5 program is the best way to obtain U.S. permanent residency by investment.
If you are a foreign national considering an EB-5 investment, EB5AN can help you. Schedule a call to learn more about currently available EB-5 investment opportunities and join other bona fide residents who have immigrated through the EB-5 program.
How to Evaluate EB-5 Investment Projects
EB-5 investors should evaluate financial and immigration risks when selecting an EB-5 investment project.
EB-5 visa investment capital must be at risk for the duration of the investment. This regulation ensures that investors invest their capital and are not simply “buying” a U.S. Green Card.
This “at-risk” requirement does not mean that EB-5 investors are obligated to invest in “risky” projects but rather that there must be a chance of loss. Instead, EB-5 investors are recommended to conduct due diligence to minimize their exposure to financial and immigration risk.
Reasons to Immigrate to New Hampshire
There are many reasons to choose to live in New Hampshire and invest there.
Cultured Cities
New Hampshire has the following main cities:
- Manchester
- Nashua
- Derry
- Concord
- Salem
It is also home to the following attractions:
- Kancamagus Highway
- Diana’s Baths
- Santa’s Village
- Portsmouth Market Square
- Story Land
High Quality of Life
New Hampshire offers a high quality of life with a strong focus on public safety, health, and education. The state is ranked 1 among the safest states in the U.S., with low crime rates contributing to a sense of security for families and businesses alike.
Additionally, New Hampshire is renowned for its excellent public schools and access to top-tier healthcare, making it ideal for raising families and ensuring employee well-being.
Natural Beauty and Outdoor Recreation
For residents and investors looking to balance work with lifestyle, New Hampshire’s natural landscapes offer excellent recreational opportunities. The state is home to the White Mountains, the Lakes Region, and a portion of the Appalachian Trail, providing year-round activities such as hiking, skiing, and boating.
This abundance of outdoor recreation not only enhances the quality of life but also boosts tourism, one of the state’s key industries. For investors, the strong tourism sector offers opportunities in hospitality, real estate, and retail.
Proximity to Major Markets
Despite being a small state, New Hampshire’s strategic location in the New England region offers easy access to major markets. It is within a short distance of Boston, one of the largest cities in the U.S., and a hub for finance, technology, and healthcare.
This proximity allows businesses to operate in New Hampshire while benefiting from Boston’s global business connections and resources. Additionally, New York City is only a few hours away, providing further access to major financial and commercial centers.
New Hampshire: Population and Income Demographics
According to the latest data from the U.S. Census Bureau at the time of writing, New Hampshire has a population of approximately 1.18 million people over the age of 16. Approximately 787,493 are in the labor force—of these, 756,872 are employed, and 20,151 are unemployed.
New Hampshire is a relatively small state in terms of population, with approximately 1.4 million residents as of the latest estimates. Though small, New Hampshire has seen modest population growth, fueled by migration from neighboring states like Massachusetts, as people seek lower taxes, affordable housing, and a better quality of life.
New Hampshire: General Economic Facts
- New Hampshire extends across 9,347.2 miles (land and water), with an average population density of 153.8 people per square mile of land. It is the 46th largest state by area.
- New Hampshire is bordered by Vermont, Massachusetts, and Maine.
- The capital of New Hampshire is Concord.
- New Hampshire’s 2024 gross domestic product (GDP) was $94.92 billion. The main drivers of the state’s economy include tourism, manufacturing, and information technology.
EB-5 Investment: Your Gateway to Permanent Residency in the U.S., Including New Hampshire
With its cultured cities, scenic views, and high quality of life, the state of New Hampshire is a great place to live. Investing in the U.S. economy under the EB-5 program is an easy way for foreign nationals to gain permanent U.S. residency status.
Best of all, if you gain citizenship under the EB-5 program, you will be able to live, work and travel anywhere in the United States. Book a free consultation today to find out how EB5AN can help you achieve this.