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The current $800,000 entry point into the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program will not remain in place indefinitely.

An increase to the minimum EB-5 investment amount is imminent. While the exact new figure has not yet been announced, investors considering the programme now have a limited opportunity to pursue the EB-5 visa under the current $800,000 threshold.

For families already exploring a future in the United States, waiting could mean entering the same programme at a significantly higher cost.

To help investors understand the opportunity before the current investment window closes, The American Legal Center is hosting a free EB-5 seminar at Rove Downtown Dubai on Sunday, August 16, 2026.

Led by our team of U.S.-licensed lawyers, the seminar will explain how investors can approach the EB-5 visa process, what preparation is required and what they should consider if they hope to proceed before the investment amount increases.

Why the Current $800,000 Investment Matters

The current EB-5 investment threshold has been in place since 2022. However, the law requires the minimum investment amounts to be adjusted periodically for inflation.

Although the exact new amount has not yet been confirmed, investors who qualify and file before the increase takes effect may be able to pursue EB-5 at today’s investment level rather than entering the programme at a higher cost.

Why Preparation Should Begin Early

Proceeding with the EB-5 visa involves more than selecting a project and transferring the investment capital.

Before filing, investors generally need to review qualifying EB-5 projects, conduct due diligence, establish the lawful source of their investment funds, trace how the capital moved into the investment and prepare the immigration petition with the required supporting evidence.

Source of funds preparation can be particularly detailed where the investment comes from business income, accumulated earnings, property sales, gifts, inheritance or assets held across several jurisdictions.

Investors who wait until the increase is formally announced may find themselves making important financial and immigration decisions under unnecessary time pressure.

What Will the Dubai Seminar Cover?

The seminar will be led by Shai Zamanian, Legal Director of The American Legal Center, together with our team of experienced U.S.-licensed lawyers.

Attendees will receive practical guidance on:

The imminent investment increase
Understand why the current $800,000 threshold is expected to change and what investors should consider while it remains available.

Payment plan options
Learn about available investment structures and whether payment arrangements may form part of an investor’s EB-5 strategy.

Source of funds requirements
Understand how investment capital may be traced and documented as lawfully obtained.

Family eligibility
Learn how a spouse and unmarried children under the age of 21 may be included under the same application.

Application strategy and timing
Receive practical guidance on the legal and financial considerations that may affect when and how an investor proceeds.

The session will conclude with a live question-and-answer discussion, allowing attendees to raise questions directly with our legal team.

Why Attend Now?

Many investors have considered EB-5 but delayed taking the next step because the process can appear complex.

The imminent investment increase changes that calculation.

An investor who delays may ultimately pursue the same U.S. residency opportunity but be required to invest substantially more capital to do so.

The seminar will give families an opportunity to understand their options, assess whether they may qualify and determine what preparation would be required while the current $800,000 threshold remains available.

Reserve Your Seat

Attendance is free, but advance registration is required.

Location: Rove Downtown Dubai
Date: Sunday, August 16, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM
Registration: Click here to RSVP and reserve your seat
Telephone: +971 52 446 6095

The EB-5 investment increase is approaching. For families already considering U.S. permanent residence, now is the time to understand their options and decide whether acting under the current investment threshold is right for them.

Join us in Dubai to receive practical guidance from our team of U.S.-licensed lawyers while the $800,000 investment opportunity remains available.