U.S. to hike EB-5 Green Card fees
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services is significantly increasing fees for the EB-5 investor visa program starting November 2026. The move aims to cover the agency's operational costs, which are primarily funded by user fees rather than taxes.
Why it matters
Higher costs for the EB-5 program may impact foreign investment in the U.S. and change the landscape for international entrepreneurs seeking permanent residency.
The U.S. has decided to drastically increase fees for immigrants seeking to invest in America and eventually claim permanent residency under the EB-5 investor programme, which remains one of the most reliable ways for Indian entrepreneurs and families to obtain a Green Card.
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) finalised a rule on Tuesday (September 29, 2026) that seeks to more than double the fees for applying to the EB-5 visa. The rule will be effective from November 30, 2026.
The U.S. EB-5 Immigrant Investor Programme grants permanent residency, or a Green Card, to foreign investors and their immediate families who invest capital in a U.S. commercial enterprise and create 10 full-time jobs for American workers.
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