Business Details
Craft & Sheppard: Trusted EB-5 Visa Investment Partner
Craft & Sheppard is a leading authority in guiding foreign investors through the complexities of the U.S. EB-5 Immigrant Investor Visa Program. Established to bridge global investment with American economic growth, we specialize in providing expert insights into the requirements, benefits, and strategic opportunities of EB-5 investments. Our team combines deep regulatory knowledge with a commitment to transparency, ensuring clients understand the financial and immigration implications of their investments.We focus on creating pathways to permanent residency while fostering job creation and community development in underserved regions. With a track record of empowering investors from Singapore and beyond, we emphasize compliance, risk mitigation, and tailored solutions to navigate evolving immigration policies. Our mission is to demystify the EB-5 process, offering actionable strategies for securing U.S. residency and driving sustainable economic impact.
Services
EB-5 Visa Consulting
Investor Immigration Services
Targeted Employment Area Analysis
Regional Center Evaluation
Source of Funds Documentation
Visa Backlog Strategy
Job Creation Compliance
Capital Preservation Planning
TEA Project Selection
Immigration Policy Advisory
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined expertise in EB-5 program compliance and investment strategies
- Our team provides transparent analysis of visa backlogs and country-specific challenges
- We specialize in reserved category project selection to avoid retrogression risks
- Our firm pioneered EB-5 education for Southeast Asian investors since 2015
- We guarantee personalized exit planning for capital preservation and liquidity
Services
EB-5 Visa Consulting
Our EB-5 visa consulting service provides comprehensive guidance for foreign investors seeking U.S. permanent residency through capital investment. We analyze eligibility requirements, investment thresholds, and job creation obligations while developing customized strategies to meet individual immigration goals. Our experts navigate complex source-of-funds documentation and regional center selection to ensure compliance with USCIS regulations.
Targeted Employment Area Analysis
We specialize in Targeted Employment Area analysis to help investors qualify for reduced $800,000 investment requirements. Our service includes geographic mapping of high-unemployment areas, verification of distressed community status, and strategic project placement recommendations. This expertise enables clients to maximize investment efficiency while fulfilling program obligations in economically challenged regions.
Visa Backlog Strategy
Our visa backlog strategy service addresses country-specific quota limitations and retrogression risks. We develop contingency plans for derivative family members, implement CSPA age protection measures, and recommend reserved category investments to mitigate processing delays. This proactive approach safeguards clients against unexpected visa bulletin movements while maintaining investment integrity.
Capital Preservation Planning
We provide tailored capital preservation planning that aligns with EB-5 program requirements and investor liquidity needs. Our service includes project exit strategy analysis, reinvestment clause negotiation, and collateral protection assessment. By focusing on low-risk investment vehicles with proven track records, we help clients balance immigration objectives with financial security.
Job Creation Compliance
Our job creation compliance service ensures EB-5 investments meet strict USCIS requirements for direct or indirect employment generation. We conduct pre-investment job impact assessments, implement tracking systems for employment metrics, and prepare documentation for I-829 petition approval. This specialized expertise covers diverse industries including construction, hospitality, and healthcare sectors.
Questions
What is the minimum investment for an EB-5 visa?
The standard minimum investment is $1.05 million, or $800,000 for projects in Targeted Employment Areas with high unemployment or rural locations.
How long does the EB-5 process take?
Processing typically takes 24-36 months, including I-526 petition approval, visa bulletin availability, and I-485 adjustment of status or consular processing.
Can I lose my EB-5 investment?
EB-5 investments carry risk as they require capital at risk. We recommend projects with strong exit strategies and collateral protection to minimize financial exposure.
What happens if my child turns 21 during processing?
Children aging out may lose derivative status. We implement CSPA protection strategies and recommend early filing to preserve eligibility for applicants nearing age limits.
Are Singapore investors facing visa backlogs?
Currently no backlog exists for Singapore, but increasing demand may create retrogression risks. We recommend reserved category investments to secure current visa availability.
How do I prove lawful source of funds?
USCIS requires comprehensive documentation including tax records, business ownership proof, and legal wealth accumulation evidence. Our specialists guide clients through this complex verification process.
