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10 USCIS-Designated Regional Centers · Across 20+ States

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EB5 United administers EB-5 investment funds across 10 (6 owned and 4 licensed) USCIS-designated Regional Centers in multiple U.S. regions, offering nationwide flexibility and EB-5 investment opportunities structured to comply with USCIS regulations and the Reform and Integrity Act of 2022.

We act as a partner and fiduciary to EB-5 investors worldwide and help investors gain access to EB-5 Projects backed by established track records and disciplined oversight.

1850+
I-526 & I-526E Approvals
510+
I-829 Petition Approvals
$194MM
Capital Repaid
27,000+
Total Jobs Created
15+
Years of EB-5 Experience
$900+
I-526E Approvals Post-RIA
USCIS Compliant · RIA 2022

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What is an EB-5 Regional Center?

An EB-5 Regional Center is a USCIS-designated entity authorized to sponsor EB-5 investments within approved geographic areas and industry categories. Regional Centers facilitate investment into job-creating projects and allow investors to count direct, indirect, and induced jobs toward the EB-5 Program's job creation requirement. Created by Congress in 1993 under the Immigrant Investor Program, the Regional Center model enables pooled investment structures designed to promote economic growth while complying with USCIS regulations and the Reform and Integrity Act of 2022.

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USCIS Designation

Designated and overseen by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

Defined Geographic Scope

Authorized to operate within specific states and approved industry sectors.

Project Sponsorship

Sponsors EB-5 Projects that use approved economic methodologies to calculate qualifying job creation.

Compliance Oversight

Files required USCIS forms, including Form I-956F (Project approval) and Form I-956G (annual compliance reporting), and maintains policies required under the Reform and Integrity Act (RIA) of 2022.

Pooled Investor Structure

Enables multiple EB-5 investors to participate in a single project structure.

Passive Investment Structure

Enables EB-5 investors to participate in qualifying projects as passive investors.

Why More EB-5 Investors Invest Through Regional Centers

Regional Center investments provide greater job-creation flexibility by counting direct, indirect, and induced jobs and allowing multiple investors to pool capital into a single project. Compared to direct EB-5 investments, this structure offers a more reliable path to meeting USCIS requirements.

Job Creation Methodology

Regional Centers count direct, indirect, and induced jobs using approved methodologies, providing greater flexibility in meeting the 10-job requirement.

Pooled Capital Structure

Regional Centers pool capital from multiple investors into a single EB-5 Project, allowing job creation to be measured across the entire development rather than by individual payroll.

Reduced Job-Creation Risk

Jobs are credited based on qualifying Project expenditures and economic impact, not solely on individual W-2 employees, reducing exposure to staffing fluctuations.

Professional Oversight

Experienced teams oversee Project sponsorship, compliance filings, and reporting under USCIS regulations and the RIA of 2022.

Regulatory Compliance

USCIS-designated Regional Centers file required forms, including I-956F and I-956G, and maintain ongoing compliance controls.

Ongoing Investor Reporting

Investors receive regular updates on project progress and key compliance milestones.

Passive Investment Structure

Investors are not required to participate in day-to-day management of the project.

EB5 United: 10 USCIS-Designated Regional Centers Across the U.S.

10 Regional Centers | 20+ States Covered | 6 Owned | 4 Licensed

6 Owned Regional Centers

An owned Regional Center is a USCIS-designated entity that the EB-5 operator legally owns and controls. The operator manages required filings such as Forms I-956F and I-956G, oversees compliance policies and audits, controls geographic and industry scope, and bears regulatory liability under the Reform and Integrity Act. This structure provides full operational control and full compliance responsibility, which is why many large EB-5 platforms prefer ownership in the post-RIA environment.

EB5 United Rockies Regional Center, LLC coverage area

EB5 United Rockies Regional Center, LLC

  • USCIS Designation: December 3, 2022
  • Geographic Scope: 11 states
  • Typical Project Types: Hospitality and resort-focused real estate development
States: Arizona | California | Colorado | Idaho | Montana | Nevada | New Mexico | Oregon | Utah | Washington | Wyoming
EB5 United Northeast Regional Center, LLC coverage area

EB5 United Northeast Regional Center, LLC

  • USCIS Designation: January 3, 2025
  • Geographic Scope: 6 states
  • Typical Project Types: Urban real estate development and hospitality
States: Connecticut | Massachusetts | New Jersey | New York | Pennsylvania | Rhode Island
EB5 United South Regional Center, LLC coverage area

EB5 United South Regional Center, LLC

  • USCIS Designation: February 14, 2013
  • Geographic Scope: 12 states
  • Typical Project Types: Hospitality and master-planned residential communities
States: Alabama | Delaware | Georgia | Florida | Kentucky | Maryland | Mississippi | North Carolina | South Carolina | Tennessee | Virginia | West Virginia
EB5 United Midwest Regional Center, LLC coverage area

EB5 United Midwest Regional Center, LLC

  • USCIS Designation: March 21, 2025
  • Geographic Scope: 12 states
  • Typical Project Types: Mixed-use, hospitality, and industrial real estate development
States: Illinois | Indiana | Iowa | Kansas | Michigan | Minnesota | Missouri | Nebraska | North Dakota | Ohio | South Dakota | Wisconsin
EB5 United Ranger Regional Center, LLC coverage area

EB5 United Ranger Regional Center, LLC

  • USCIS Designation: October 3, 2025
  • Geographic Scope: 8 states
  • Typical Project Types: Hospitality, industrial, and mixed-use real estate development
States: Arkansas | Kansas | Louisiana | Nebraska | North Dakota | Oklahoma | South Dakota | Texas
EB5 United PR Regional Center, LLC coverage area

EB5 United PR Regional Center, LLC

  • USCIS Designation: February 3, 2026
  • Geographic Scope: Territory of Puerto Rico
  • Typical Project Types: Hospitality and tourism-focused real estate development
State: The territory of Puerto Rico

4 Licensed Regional Centers

A Licensed Regional Center is a USCIS-designated entity not owned by the EB-5 sponsor but utilized pursuant to a use agreement. The sponsor pays licensing fees, and the RC owner remains responsible for all USCIS compliance filings and oversight. This structure allows the sponsor to utilize Regional Center coverage in geographic areas where it does not maintain an owned Regional Center but intends to sponsor EB-5 Projects.

Statistics reflect only the EB-5 Projects promoted by EB5 United under each Licensed Regional Center's sponsorship and do not represent their total activity across all sponsored projects.

Advantage America New York Regional Center, LLC coverage area

Advantage America New York Regional Center, LLC

  • USCIS Designation: May 1, 2017
  • Geographic Scope: Select counties in NY, NJ, PA, and CT
  • Typical Project Types: Commercial construction, hospitality, and mixed-use development
States: New York | New Jersey | Pennsylvania | Connecticut

What Are USCIS Approval Letters?

USCIS approval letters are formal designation notices issued by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services confirming that an entity is authorized to participate in the EB-5 Program as a Regional Center. Issued in connection with approval of Form I-956 under the Reform and Integrity Act of 2022, the designation establishes the Regional Center's approved geographic scope and assigns a unique Regional Center identification number. This identification number is required for all subsequent Form I-956F Project filings submitted under the Regional Center's sponsorship.

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Why They Matter?

USCIS approval letters establish the legal authority of a Regional Center to sponsor EB-5 Projects within specified regions and sectors. Without an active approval letter, a Regional Center cannot lawfully sponsor EB-5 investments, and investor petitions associated with it may be placed at risk. They verify regulatory legitimacy, confirm geographic authorization, demonstrate compliance with current law, and reduce immigration risk. In essence, they provide documented proof that the Regional Center is properly authorized and operating within USCIS requirements.

About EB5 United's Regional Centers

All 10 USCIS-designated Regional Centers maintain active designation, current approval letters, and ongoing compliance oversight. We provide full transparency through publicly available documentation.

EB-5 Regional Center Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to the most common questions about EB-5 Regional Center investments, advantages, approval rates, and requirements.

EB5 United has successfully completed more than ten EB-5 Projects across the United States, delivering full job creation and immigration success for investors. These Projects represent a diverse portfolio of luxury hotels, mixed-use developments, and residential communities funded through EB-5 capital. Completed and Delivered Projects include:

  • One&Only Hotel, Big Sky, Montana (Opened November 16, 2025)
  • Montage Hotel & Residences, Big Sky, Montana (Loan repaid in full)
  • Nine Orchard Hotel, New York, New York (Loan repaid in full)
  • The LaSalle Hotel, Chicago, Illinois
  • Marriott Residence Inn and Courtyard @ LA Live, Los Angeles, California
  • Marriott Residence Inn, Portland, Oregon (Loan repaid in full)
  • Wynwood Moxy Hotel, Miami, Florida
  • Sixty DC, Washington, D.C.
  • Queen Restaurant & Lounge, Miami Beach, Florida

EB5 United brings over 15 years of experience in real estate development and EB-5 capital formation, supported by a measurable record of project execution, job creation, and immigration outcomes. Key milestones:

  • $1.8B+ in EB-5 capital raised by principals since 2011
  • $8.5B+ in total Project value under development
  • 800+ I-526E approvals post-RIA of 2022
  • 3,000+ Conditional Green Card approvals
  • 1,500+ I-526 and I-526E petition approvals
  • 510+ I-829 petition approvals
  • $194MM in investor capital repaid
  • 27,000+ EB-5-compliant jobs created

Choosing a Regional Center is one of the most important decisions in your EB-5 journey. It's important to focus on objective, verifiable indicators of performance, compliance, and investor protection.

I-829 approval success rate

Ask for the number of I-829 approvals and denials tied to specific projects and filing cohorts.

Job creation track record

Look for projects structured with a meaningful cushion above 10 jobs per investor and ask how the buffer is calculated and what assumptions drive it.

Capital stack

Understand where EB-5 capital sits in the capital stack, whether senior debt, mezzanine, or equity.

Compliance posture

Confirm timely filings and internal controls, including Form I-956F Project approvals, I-956G annual reporting, fund administration, audits, and required compliance policies.

Track record of repayments and exits

Ask how much capital has been repaid, across how many Projects, under what structures, and on what timelines.

Transparency and reporting

Look for clear investor reporting cadence, construction and spending updates, job creation reporting, material change disclosures, and who you can contact for answers.

Visit our testimonials page to hear directly from investors about their experience with EB5 United, from Project communication to immigration milestones and capital repayment outcomes.

If a Regional Center project fails to create the required number of jobs, investors may face serious immigration consequences. USCIS may deny the investor's Form I-829 petition, which is the filing used to remove the conditions on permanent residence. Because the EB-5 program requires that at least 10 qualifying U.S. jobs be created per investor, a job-creation shortfall can result in the denial of the I-829 and the loss of conditional permanent resident status. Beyond immigration risk, investors may also face financial loss if an EB-5 Project underperforms or fails, as EB-5 investments must remain at risk and do not carry guaranteed returns.

EB-5 Regional Center investments are not risk-free. The capital must remain invested or "at-risk" until the investor has completed their Conditional Residency, if they fail to do so their Green Card will not become permanent. Even though EB-5 investments need to be "at-risk" that does not mean that the investment needs to be inherently "risky". EB5 United structures all deals with two primary objectives: However, established Regional Centers with strong track records, USCIS compliance history, diversified Project portfolios, and experienced management teams significantly reduce these risks. Well-structured EB-5 offerings have a structured exit strategy in which the EB-5 investors are repaid in full plus interest.

*Disclaimer: This is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell, a solicitation of an offer to buy, or a recommendation of any security or investment product. This is not a general solicitation or general advertisement. Any securities offering is made exclusively through a confidential Private Placement Memorandum ("PPM") delivered to qualified investors on a private basis. Investment in an EB-5 project involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. Immigration benefits are not guaranteed. Information herein is based on current laws and USCIS policies as of the date of publication and is subject to change. The content does not constitute legal, tax, financial, or immigration advice. Prospective investors should consult their own qualified legal, tax, and immigration advisors before making any decisions. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Processing times are estimates based on publicly available data and may vary significantly depending on individual circumstances and USCIS workload.
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