On November 20th, 2025, EB5 United announced surpassing 700 I-526E approvals. In less than a month, that number has soared to 750+ I-526E approvals, underscoring our market dominance in Rural EB-5 Projects and the success of USCIS Priority Processing under the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act (RIA) of 2022.
We have sponsored three Rural TEA EB-5 Projects, and one post-RIA Urban High Unemployment Area (HUA) EB-5 Project since 2022. Compared to our Rural TEA Projects, our Urban HUA Project has just 7 I-526E approvals, averaging 29.4 months.
The volume and speed of approvals in our Rural Projects prove the effectiveness of Priority Processing for Rural EB-5 investors.
I-526E Approval Summary Across EB5 United’s Rural EB-5 Projects (2022 – 2025)
| Rural EB-5 Project | Total Approvals | Avg. Time | Shortest Approval Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rural Project 1 | 78 | 9.5 months | 2.8 months |
| Rural Project 2 | 437 | 8 months | 2.7 months |
| Rural Project 3 | 228 | 12.1 months | 1 month |
I-526E Approval Summary for I-526E Petitions Filed in 2025
| Rural EB-5 Project | Total Approvals | Avg. Time | Shortest Approval Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rural Project 1 | 18 | 7.7 months | 2.8 months |
| Rural Project 2 | 199 | 5.3 months | 2.7 months |
| Rural Project 3 | 19 | 5.1 months | 2.9 month |
The data for 2025 alone demonstrates a substantial acceleration in I-526E approvals, with most cased processed within 5 months significantly faster than prior years. This improvement in speed further underscores the impact of Priority Processing for Rural EB-5 investors and reflects USCIS’s increased efficiency this year. Notably, several of our investors who filed in September 2025 have received their approvals in under 3 months!
Adjudication Speed & Post-RIA Acceleration
Before the RIA of 2022, EB-5 I-526 petitions took 2-4 years on average to approve. The RIA introduced goals of 240 days for standard non-Rural TEA filings and 120 days for Rural TEA filings.
Almost three years later, USCIS has yet to meet the 240-day goal for non-Rural TEA filings (still averaging 27 months). In contrast, Rural EB-5 Projects under Priority Processing average under 12 months.
Based on EB5 United’s data, 582 approvals (78.3%) of the 743 I-526E Rural petitions have been approved within 12 months.
- 59 approvals (7.9%) in under 4 months
- 285 approvals (38.4%) in 4-8 months
- 238 approvals (32%) in 8-12 months
Some Rural approvals have been issued in as little as 1 month.
Why EB5 United Leads the Market
EB5 United stands as the dominant Regional Centre for Rural EB-5 Projects in the post-RIA era. Our leadership is supported by:
- 750+ I-526E approvals post-RIA
- 2,000+ investors served
- 3,000+ U.S. Green Cards granted
- 1,250+ Rural EB-5 investors post-RIA
- 18,000+ EB-5 compliant jobs created since 2022
- A 1st-position loan strategy that shields capital
- Relationships with premier U.S. development partners
These achievements reflect why EB5 United dominates the Rural EB-5 landscape and continues to deliver outcomes aligned with global investors’ expectations.
With a proven platform, tested projects, and unmatched results in Rural EB-5, EB5 United remains the trusted choice for families seeking faster approvals and reliable immigration outcomes.
Contact us today to take advantage of USCIS Priority Processing through EB5 United’s vetted Rural EB-5 Project Platform.
Disclaimer: Individual processing timelines may vary. Immigration benefits are not guaranteed and are subject to USCIS approval. This is not an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy any security.


