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When during the EB-5 process do I have to be in the United States? I am currently not residing in the United States and am interested in investing in the EB-5 program. Am I required to travel to the United States to open the escrow account, or can my attorney do it for me? Besides the interview, would there be any stage of the EB-5 application when I would be required to be in the United States?

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June 13, 2014 14:50 Sal Picataggio

The only requirement for physical presence is after obtaining your conditional permanent residency. Opening your U.S. account will be dependent on your bank. If you are abroad, your interview would be at the U.S. consulate in your country.

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June 13, 2014 15:41 Ed Beshara

During the EB-5 process which involves the filing of the I-526 petition and US Consular process of obtaining the conditional permanent residency, you do not have to be in the U.S. Depending on the type of EB-5 project you are investing in the Escrow account may already be established. Once you obtain your conditional permanent residency you need to intend to physically reside in the U.S.

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