Scott Fuller CEO and Partner at EB5 United believes the biggest markets of EB-5 investors in South America are Brazil, Columbia and Mexico.

“Columbia has demand but is a much smaller country. Many Venezuelans also reside in Columbia and invest from Columbia. Venezuela would be a very strong market if it were not for the severe economic hardships and political issues,” says Fuller.

He notes Mexico is becoming a stronger market since the political landscape has changed under the current administration, but says the country has never been a massive market because of the E-2 visa and close proximity.

“COVID-19 and its impact economically and politically are driving uncertainty. As this is the dominant issue in the world it remains the primary hindrance for growth in the EB-5 market,” says Fuller.