USA
USD $200K - $800K+ — Invest in eligible projects for residency access & citizenship in 5 years.
Green Card for Family
World’s Largest Economy
Citizenship Eligibility
Overview
The United States of America stands as a pillar of global opportunity, economic leadership, and institutional strength. With over 330 million residents and the largest GDP in the world, the U.S. continues to attract international investors, entrepreneurs, and families seeking both financial success and personal freedom. English is the primary language, and the country’s legal, educational, and healthcare systems are among the most developed globally. As a federal constitutional republic with a strong rule-of-law tradition, the U.S. provides a secure, stable environment for capital preservation and long-term planning.

The U.S. economy is driven by innovation, global trade, and sectoral diversity—ranging from finance, healthcare, and manufacturing to cutting-edge tech, real estate, and energy. Its business climate supports risk-taking and rewards productivity, with deep access to credit, venture capital, and consumer markets. Furthermore, the U.S. is home to many of the world’s top universities, research institutions, and cultural hubs, making it an ideal destination for both professional advancement and family growth.

With extensive diplomatic reach, a powerful passport, and a proven track record of integrating high-net-worth individuals and global talent, the United States remains a premium destination for those seeking security, mobility, and legacy.
Why USA?
Investing in a U.S. immigration pathway is not just a personal decision—it’s a strategic positioning move in a rapidly shifting global landscape. Gaining U.S. residency or citizenship provides access to one of the most influential countries in the world, offering unmatched benefits in terms of business freedom, educational quality, healthcare access, and global connectivity.
With a U.S. Green Card, you and your family gain the right to live, work, and study anywhere in the United States, as well as travel visa-free to over 180 countries once you become a citizen. The U.S. also offers robust protections for personal property, IP rights, and personal safety. Children of residents gain access to world-leading education institutions, often at significantly reduced tuition rates for public universities.
From a financial perspective, the U.S. offers deep capital markets, a sophisticated legal framework for trusts and estate planning, and a welcoming ecosystem for startups and foreign business owners. Whether you are looking to expand your global footprint, secure a long-term relocation plan, or provide next-generation opportunities for your children, the United States offers a scalable, structured, and high-value path forward.
Explore how the U.S. can become your platform for long-term growth, freedom, and prosperity.
Discover how USA can fit into your global strategy.
EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program
The EB-5 program offers a direct pathway to permanent U.S. residency for investors and their families who fund job-creating projects in the American economy.
Qualifying Investments:
  • $800,000 in a project within a Targeted Employment Area (TEA)
  • $1,050,000 in a standard commercial venture
  • Investments must create or preserve at least 10 full-time U.S. jobs
Highlights
  • Green Card for investor, spouse, and unmarried children under 21
  • Path to U.S. citizenship after 5 years of permanent residency
  • Flexibility to live, work, or study anywhere in the United States
  • Investment can be direct or through a USCIS-approved Regional Center
  • Access to prestigious real estate, infrastructure, and hospitality projects
E-2 Treaty Investor Visa
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 The E-2 visa allows foreign nationals from treaty countries to reside in the U.S. while owning and operating a business. Though non-immigrant, the visa is renewable indefinitely.
Eligibility Requirements:
  • Nationality of a U.S. treaty country (e.g., Canada, France, Italy, Japan, Turkey, etc.)
  • “Substantial investment” in a bona fide U.S. business (typically $100,000 or more)
  • Investor must actively manage or direct the business
Advantages
  • Fast approval, often within 2–4 months
  • Renewable in 2- to 5-year increments, depending on treaty
  • Includes spouse (eligible to work) and children under 21
  • Flexible business type and sector—franchises, startups, and consultancies all eligible
  • Offers an entry point into the U.S. economy with relatively low capital thresholds
USA - Investment
The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program offers global investors a direct path to U.S. permanent residency (Green Card) through job-creating investment. It is ideal for families seeking long-term relocation to the U.S. with access to world-class education, healthcare, and career opportunities—all without sponsorship or employer ties.
Key Benefits
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 Green Card for investor, spouse, and children under 21
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No language, education, or business management requirements
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Access to U.S. schools, universities, and healthcare from Day 1
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Freedom to live, work, and study anywhere in the U.S.
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Path to U.S. citizenship after 5 years of permanent residency
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Flexible investment through Regional Centers or direct projects
Requirements
To qualify for the EB-5 visa, applicants must:
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Invest a minimum of USD 800,000 in a Targeted Employment Area (TEA) project or USD 1,050,000 in a non-TEA project
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Investment must create or preserve at least 10 full-time jobs
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Prove lawful source of funds
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Pass U.S. immigration background and medical checks

Application Process

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Consultation

Work with Harper Greene advisors and licensed EB-5 attorneys to select a compliant project and investment route

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Due Diligence

Complete fund tracing, source-of-funds analysis, and project review

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Form I-526E Filing

Submit the immigrant petition with USCIS (for investors in Regional Centers)

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Investment Transfer

Place the required capital in escrow or directly into the project account

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Conditional Green Card

If approved, receive a 2-year conditional permanent residency

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I-829 Petition

After 2 years, file to remove conditions and receive a 10-year permanent Green Card

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Citizenship

Apply for U.S. citizenship after 5 years of permanent residency (if desired)

Minimum Stay Requirements
To maintain permanent residency and qualify for citizenship:
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You must reside in the U.S. for at least 6 months per year
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Extended absences may disrupt residency status unless a re-entry permit is obtained
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Naturalization requires physical presence in the U.S. for at least 30 months out of 5 years
U.S. Permanent Residency Through Investment
Build Your Future in the United States
Direct residency. Global mobility. Generational opportunity.
The EB-5 Program allows you to invest in the American economy and receive a Green Card in return—for you and your family. No sponsorship. No employer. Just strategic investment and long-term security.
Citizenship in 5 years
Green Card for family
No business background
Access to U.S. schools
Potential Return on Investment
Minimal stay
Invest from USD 800K in projects
Pathways to Portugal
Investment
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Enterpreneurship
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USA - Business
The E-2 visa offers foreign entrepreneurs from treaty countries the ability to live and work in the United States by investing in and operating a U.S.-based business. It is a renewable, non-immigrant visa ideal for business owners, franchisees, and startup founders seeking flexibility without the need for permanent immigration.
Key Benefits
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Fast-track U.S. entry for entrepreneurs and their families
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Spouse is eligible for a U.S. work permit, and children can attend U.S. schools
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No fixed investment threshold—starting from USD 100,000+
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Lower capital requirement than EB-5, with faster processing
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Visa can be renewed indefinitely as long as the business remains active
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Live anywhere in the U.S. while operating the business
Requirements for Applicants
To qualify for an E-2 Visa, applicants must:
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Be a citizen of a country with an E-2 treaty with the United States (e.g., Canada, France, Italy, Turkey, Japan, Grenada, etc.)
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Make a “substantial investment” in a bona fide U.S. business (commonly USD 100,000–300,000)
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Actively own and direct the business (passive investments do not qualify)
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Business must be real, operating, and economically viable
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Funds must be committed and at-risk, not speculative
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Show intention to depart the U.S. when the visa expires (although renewal is indefinite)

Application Process

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Consultation

Work with Harper Greene and E-2 visa attorneys to determine eligibility and identify the optimal business model (startup, franchise, or acquisition)

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Business Setup

Incorporate a U.S. business, open a U.S. bank account, and prepare a detailed business plan

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Capital Transfer

Invest funds into the business (purchase, lease, staffing, marketing, etc.)

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Application Submission

File the E-2 petition with the U.S. consulate in your home country (or file via change of status within the U.S.)

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Interview & Approval

Attend a consular interview (if abroad); if approved, receive 2–5 year multiple-entry visa, depending on your nationality

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Move to U.S.

Relocate and launch operations; apply for spouse work permit and school enrollment for children

Minimum Stay Requirements
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The E-2 visa does not require a fixed number of days in the U.S., but you must actively run the business
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Visa validity typically ranges from 2 to 5 years, depending on nationality, and can be renewed indefinitely
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To remain compliant, the business must stay operational and meet growth or employment expectations
Build and Thrive in St. Lucia
Caribbean enterprise gateway with global reach and citizenship potential
St. Lucia’s enterprise route provides a business-focused pathway to second citizenship—ideal for entrepreneurs seeking Caribbean access and tax efficiency, with no physical stay requirement.
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Visa-free access to 145+ countries, including the UK, EU Schengen, and Singapore
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Citizenship eligibility through enterprise investment (USD 3.5M solo / USD 6M joint)
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Full family inclusion (spouse, dependents, parents)
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No tax on global income and no wealth, inheritance, or capital gains taxes
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No relocation required — 100% remote-friendly application and maintenance
U.S. Business Entry With Low Capital & High Flexibility
Start and Grow a Business in the U.S.
Entrepreneur visa with unlimited renewals and full family benefits.
The E-2 visa provides a fast, low-capital pathway for international entrepreneurs to live and work in the U.S. by building or acquiring a U.S. business. Enjoy flexibility, family inclusion, and strategic mobility without the need for a Green Card.
Investment from USD 100,000 (case-by-case)
Unlimited renewals
Spouse work permit + kids’ schooling
Run or acquire a U.S. business
Potential Return on Investment
Minimal stay
Fast processing through U.S. consulate (as little as 2–4 months)
Pathways to Portugal

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about the visa and billing.

Can I invest in a business I own or operate directly?
Is the investment refundable?
How long does it take to get a Green Card?
 What happens if job creation requirements aren’t met?
Can my children attend U.S. schools and universities?
What types of businesses qualify for the E-2 visa?
Is there a fixed minimum investment?
Can I include my family?
How long can I stay in the U.S. on an E-2?
 Can I get a Green Card through E-2?

Who is eligible to apply for the Portugal Golden Visa?

 Non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationals who make a qualifying investment in Portugal and meet the legal requirements may apply.
2. What are the current qualifying investment options?
€500,000 in a regulated investment fund
€500,000 into a company creating 5+ jobs
€250,000 in support of arts, culture, or heritage (reduced to €200,000 in low-density areas)

What are the current qualifying investment options?

€500,000 in a regulated investment fund
€500,000 into a company creating 5+ jobs
€250,000 in support of arts, culture, or heritage (reduced to €200,000 in low-density areas)

What are the minimum stay requirements?

Golden Visa holders must spend:
14 days in Portugal during the first 2-year period
21 days over the following 3-year period

Can I include family members in my application?

Yes. The program allows inclusion of a spouse, dependent children, and dependent parents under the same application.

Does the Golden Visa lead to citizenship?

 Yes. After 5 years of legal residency, you may apply for Portuguese citizenship, provided you meet basic requirements, such as language proficiency and ties to Portugal.

Still have questions?

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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about the visa and billing.

 Who is eligible to apply for the Portugal Golden Visa?
What are the current qualifying investment options?
What are the minimum stay requirements?
Can I include family members in my application?
Does the Golden Visa lead to citizenship?
Am I required to become a tax resident in Portugal?

Who is eligible to apply for the Portugal Golden Visa?

 Non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationals who make a qualifying investment in Portugal and meet the legal requirements may apply.
2. What are the current qualifying investment options?
€500,000 in a regulated investment fund
€500,000 into a company creating 5+ jobs
€250,000 in support of arts, culture, or heritage (reduced to €200,000 in low-density areas)

What are the current qualifying investment options?

€500,000 in a regulated investment fund
€500,000 into a company creating 5+ jobs
€250,000 in support of arts, culture, or heritage (reduced to €200,000 in low-density areas)

What are the minimum stay requirements?

Golden Visa holders must spend:
14 days in Portugal during the first 2-year period
21 days over the following 3-year period

Can I include family members in my application?

Yes. The program allows inclusion of a spouse, dependent children, and dependent parents under the same application.

Does the Golden Visa lead to citizenship?

 Yes. After 5 years of legal residency, you may apply for Portuguese citizenship, provided you meet basic requirements, such as language proficiency and ties to Portugal.

Still have questions?

Can’t find the answer you’re looking for? Please chat to our friendly team.

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