FY2025 I-526E Data Report: Record Filings, Surging Adjudications, High Approval Rates, and Evolving Investor Market Trends
Earlier this week, USCIS published the quarterly statistics for the fourth quarter of FY2025, including the latest data on pre-RIA I-526 cases as well as post-RIA I-526E (regional center EB-5 investors) and I-526 (direct EB-5 investors) petitions. Key takeaways from our analysis of the full-year FY2025 data include: Record Filings and Adjudications: FY2025 set a new high, with 6,660 case filings and 3,439 adjudications. Since the enactment of the RIA, it’s...
Notice: Proposed Bylaws Amendment for Consideration at 21st Annual IIUSA Membership Meeting
Notice: Proposed Amendments to IIUSA Bylaws For consideration at the 21st Annual IIUSA Membership Meeting IIUSA's 21st Annual Membership Meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 29 at the Hyatt Regency Washington DC. In addition to an update on association business and the Board of Directors elections, this year there will be bylaws amendments to consider for approval. In accordance with the association bylaws, this is a formal notice to the membership for...
April 2026 Visa Bulletin: China Unreserved EB-5 Final Action Date Continues to Advance; Reserved Categories Remain Current
This week, the U.S. Department of State published the April 2026 Visa Bulletin (see here), reflecting a 17-day advancement in the Unreserved EB-5 Final Action Dates (FAD) for Chinese applicants. This marks the third forward movement in FY2026 for China’s Unreserved FAD, advancing from December 8, 2015 to September 1, 2016 for a total of 268 days. All three Reserved EB-5 categories — Rural Areas, High Unemployment Areas, and Infrastructure Projects — remain...
Momentum Is Building: IIUSA Passport Series Recap & What’s Next in 2026
The recent IIUSA Passport Series across Vietnam, Taiwan, and South Korea underscored a clear market reality: engagement is rising, demand is increasing, and momentum continues to build. In Ho Chi Minh City, we welcomed over 200 local attendees, reflecting a meaningful and growing base of investor interest. Participation levels and the quality of dialogue demonstrated a well-informed audience actively evaluating next steps. In Taipei and Seoul, we brought together...