Los inversores EB-5 presentan el formulario I-829, Petición de un inversor para eliminar las condiciones del estatus de residente permanente, para eliminar las condiciones de sus tarjetas verdes de dos (2) años. Los inversores obtuvieron las tarjetas verdes condicionales mediante su inversión en una nueva empresa comercial. La presentación del formulario I-829 es un paso crucial en el proceso de inmigración de los inversores EB-5, ya que una vez aprobado, permite a los inversores, junto con sus cónyuges e hijos solteros menores de veintiún (21) años, obtener la residencia permanente en los Estados Unidos. En este artículo, analizamos el formulario I-829 en detalle, explicando su propósito, los requisitos de elegibilidad, los documentos necesarios, el cronograma de presentación, los desafíos comunes y los consejos prácticos para una presentación exitosa.
Debido a la naturaleza condicional del estatus de residente permanente de los inversores EB-5, entre 21 y 24 meses después de recibir la tarjeta verde condicional, los inversores EB-5 deben presentar un formulario I-829 EB5 ante el USCIS para eliminar la condición de su estado de residente permanente. Los inversores EB-5 proporcionan documentación para demostrar que cumplieron con los requisitos del programa, incluida la prueba de que mantuvieron su inversión y crearon la cantidad requerida de empleos. El formulario I-829 es el paso final del proceso de inmigración de los inversores EB-5 y, una vez aprobados, los inversores se convierten en residentes permanentes incondicionales de los Estados Unidos.
Para eliminar con éxito las condiciones de la tarjeta verde, se deben cumplir los siguientes requisitos:
Al presentar el formulario I-829, el inversor EB-5 debe proporcionar una variedad de documentos para respaldar su petición, que incluyen:
El formulario I-829 debe presentarse dentro del período de 90 días inmediatamente anterior al segundo aniversario de la admisión del inversionista EB-5 como residente permanente condicional. La presentación anticipada o tardía puede ocasionar complicaciones o incluso la cancelación del estatus de residente permanente condicional del inversionista EB-5, por lo que es fundamental cumplir con este cronograma.
El tiempo de procesamiento del Formulario I-829 se indica en Sitio web del USCIS. Durante este período, el USCIS revisa la petición I-829, solicita pruebas adicionales, si es necesario, y finalmente toma una decisión. Es importante tener en cuenta que, si bien la petición I-829 del inversor EB-5 está pendiente, el estatus de residencia permanente condicional se extiende automáticamente por el período indicado en el recibo de presentación del inversor EB-5. Después de presentar la petición I-829, el inversionista EB-5 recibe del USCIS un acuse de recibo de presentación, que debe acompañar a su tarjeta verde vencida.
Presentar el formulario I-829 puede ser complejo y los solicitantes pueden enfrentar varios desafíos, que incluyen:
¿Qué es el formulario I-829?
El formulario I-829 es una petición presentada por inversores EB-5 para eliminar las condiciones de su estatus de residente permanente. Es el último paso del proceso EB-5, que permite a los inversores obtener una tarjeta verde incondicional si cumplen con los requisitos del programa EB-5.
¿Cómo lleno el formulario I-829?
Para completar el formulario I-829, los inversores EB-5 deben proporcionar información personal, detalles sobre su inversión y pruebas de que han mantenido la inversión y creado la cantidad requerida de empleos. La presentación del I-829 es un archivo voluminoso que contiene numerosos documentos que, por lo general, incluyen estados financieros, declaraciones de impuestos y estados bancarios de varios años, así como sorteos de obras de construcción, informes de gastos, informes de ingresos y un análisis de la creación de empleo, que abarca miles de páginas de documentos justificativos.
¿Por qué necesita llenar el formulario I-829?
Es necesario completar el formulario I-829 para eliminar las condiciones de la tarjeta verde del inversor EB-5. Si no se presenta esta petición, el estatus de residente condicional caducará y el inversor perderá la capacidad de convertirse en residente permanente de los Estados Unidos.
¿Qué sucede después de que se aprueba el formulario I-829?
Una vez que se aprueba el formulario I-829, el inversor EB-5, su cónyuge y sus hijos solteros menores de 21 años se convierten en residentes permanentes de los Estados Unidos de América. Esta condición otorga a los inversores EB-5 muchos derechos y privilegios, incluida la posibilidad de vivir y trabajar en los Estados Unidos, ser propietarios de propiedades, asistir a escuelas y universidades públicas y estar protegidos por las leyes de los Estados Unidos y del estado donde residen los inversores EB-5.
Para obtener más información sobre el formulario I-829 y el Programa de Inversionistas Inmigrantes EB-5, considere consultar los siguientes recursos:
Comience su viaje hacia la residencia en los EE. UU. con una inversión EB-5.
Tómate un momento para rellena el formulario de contacto en nuestro sitio web.
Cuando tengamos su información, uno de nuestros gerentes de relaciones con los inversores se pondrá en contacto con usted.
In a recent episode of the Peachtree Point of View podcast, Greg Friedman, CEO of Peachtree Group, sits down with Adam Greene, who heads the company's EB-5 program. Their conversation reveals how this unique financing mechanism can stimulate economic growth and job-creation while producing competitive advantages for commercial real estate investments.
For Peachtree Group investors, understanding EB-5 provides insight into how the firm enhances investment returns. The program works by connecting foreign nationals seeking U.S. green cards with development projects that need capital. These foreign investors contribute a minimum of $800,000 to qualifying projects that create U.S. jobs, and in exchange, they and their families receive a pathway to permanent residency.
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The EB-5 capital typically comes at a lower cost than traditional financing sources, as foreign investors are primarily motivated by immigration benefits rather than financial returns. This allows Peachtree to replace more expensive layers of the capital stack with this efficient capital, potentially improving overall project economics.
Adam Greene, with 14 years of specialized experience in EB-5 and nearly three decades in construction financing, explains Peachtree's innovative approach: Unlike competitors who use a "best efforts" fundraising model, Peachtree fully underwrites and commits to projects upfront, then uses EB-5 capital as a take-out strategy. This eliminates execution risk while still delivering the financial advantages of EB-5 funding.
The podcast highlights a recent $25 million Home2 Suites hotel in Boone, North Carolina as an example. Located in a rural area qualifying for the $800,000 EB-5 investment threshold, the project successfully incorporated EB-5 capital to enhance its financial structure.
The conversation also touches on the proposed "Gold Card" visa program under the Trump administration, which differs significantly from EB-5 as it involves a $5 million donation to the U.S. Treasury rather than an investment in job-creating projects.
Listen to the full episode of Peachtree Point of View to gain deeper insights into how Peachtree leverages EB-5 financing to optimize returns on commercial real estate investments. Follow Peachtree Point of View on your favorite podcast platform for more strategic conversations on investment opportunities and financing innovations.
ATLANTA (April 2025) – Peachtree Group (“Peachtree”) has successfully secured U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) approval for four regional centers: Peachtree South Regional Center, Peachtree Northeast Regional Center, Peachtree Midwest Regional Center and Peachtree West Regional Center. These approvals allow Peachtree to independently structure and sponsor EB-5 projects within the designated territories, streamlining the investment process and enhancing efficiency in bringing deals to market.
The approved regional centers cover the continental U.S., giving Peachtree a national footprint to expand its EB-5 program. With these approvals, the firm plans to scale its EB-5 efforts, increase deal volume and seamlessly integrate EB-5 capital into its broader investment strategy.
Peachtree launched its EB-5 program in 2023 with the appointment of Adam Greene as executive vice president. Since then, the program has received three I-956F approvals for hotel developments, including Home2 Suites by Hilton in Boone, N.C.; TownePlace Suites by Marriott in Palmdale, CA.; and SpringHill Suites by Marriott in Bryce Canyon City, Utah.
The Regional Center approvals, granted by USCIS, represents a critical milestone in facilitating EB-5 investment opportunities. Previously, Peachtree relied on third-party regional centers, which added complexity and extended processing times. Now, with its own approved regional centers, the firm can directly manage and file EB-5 investments, significantly reducing timelines and enhancing control over its platform.
“These approvals mark a major milestone for Peachtree, solidifying our ability to independently execute EB-5 transactions and accelerate our investment initiatives,” Greene said. “With this expanded capacity, we can efficiently sponsor and structure projects, further driving economic development and job creation across the country.”
Peachtree has built a strong reputation in commercial real estate investment, and the newly established regional centers align with its long-term vision of diversifying and optimizing its capital sources.
"Implementing an EB-5 program is an excellent way to access low-cost capital, diversify our funding sources and invest in job-creating projects across the country," said Greg Friedman, Peachtree's CEO and managing principal.
The EB-5 visa program allows foreign investors to obtain a green card in exchange for making a significant investment in a new commercial enterprise that creates jobs in the U.S. Under the program, foreign nationals who invest a minimum of $800,000 in a U.S.-based project that creates or preserves at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers are eligible to apply for permanent residency in the U.S.
"Looking ahead, we are committed to expanding our EB-5 footprint by increasing the number of qualifying projects and deepening our engagement with EB-5 investors. With a proven investment track record, national reach and execution expertise, Peachtree is well-positioned to leverage these approvals and solidify its leadership in the EB-5 investment sector," Greene added.
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ATLANTA (April 28, 2024) – Peachtree Group("Peachtree") has received its I-956F approval from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), the government agency that oversees the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, for the currently under construction SpringHill Suites by Marriott in Bryce Canyon, Utah.
The I-956F approval, granted by USCIS, marks a crucial step in Peachtree’s ongoing efforts to facilitate investment opportunities through the EB-5 program, which is designed to promote economic growth and job creation in the U.S.
“Securing USCIS approval for this project marks an important milestone,” said Adam Greene, executive vice president of EB-5 at Peachtree. “It highlights our continued focus on structuring and originating capital for high-quality developments that generate economic impact and long-term value for investors and communities.”
Peachtree originated $16.95 million in floating-rate construction financing over a three-year term for the development of a 127-room SpringHill Suites in Bryce Canyon, Utah. The hotel will be located about 10 minutes from Bryce Canyon National Park, one of the most iconic natural attractions in the United States. Known for its dramatic geological formations, the park draws more than 2 million visitors annually. The hotel is expected to be completed by mid-2025.
This is the third hotel development for which Peachtree has received I-956F approval, having previously secured it for its Home2 Suites by Hilton development in Boone, N.C.,and TownePlace Suites by Marriott in Palmdale, Calif.
“With strong travel demand, limited new supply and favorable market tail winds, well-located, newly developed assets are positioned to out perform their competitive set,” said Greene. “Construction is already underway, reducing project risk, and the firm has retained an equity stake aligned with our EB-5 investors — reinforcing our commitment and directly tying our success to theirs.”
Peachtree launched its EB-5 program in 2023 as a key financing tool to support job-creating projects nationwide. The firm remains committed to delivering high-quality investment and development opportunities through its expanding portfolio of EB-5 projects.
The EB-5 visa program allows foreign investors to obtain a green card in exchange for making a significant investment in a new commercial enterprise that creates jobs in the U.S. Under the program, foreign nationals who invest a minimum of $800,000 in a U.S.-based project that creates or preserves at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers are eligible to apply for permanent residency.
