The EB-5 community was met with unexpected news following President Trump’s announcement regarding his proposed “Gold Card” program that would result in potential changes to the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program. As a firm with over 20 years of experience in the EB-5 industry, we understand the importance of stability and certainty for our investors.
The EB-5 Program Remains in Effect
First and foremost, we want to reassure our investors and partners that the EB-5 Program remains in effect. From its inception, the EB-5 Program has been legislated by Congress, and under the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022 (RIA), it was reauthorized through September 30, 2027. Any changes to the program would require Congressional approval.
Investor Protections in Place
The statutory grandfathering provision guarantees that investors who file their petitions before September 30, 2026 will be processed under the current law and have EB-5 visas available. Under this provision, any EB-5 investor who submits a petition before this date will be adjudicated under the regulations and eligibility criteria in effect at the time of filing—regardless of any future policy changes. This statutory safeguard ensures continuity and stability for investors, shielding them from potential program modifications or executive policy shifts.
Our Commitment to Investor Protection
For our investors who are still in the process of preparing their EB-5 petitions, CanAm has always prioritized investor protection. We maintain strict safeguards. We hold EB-5 capital in the protected escrow account until USCIS issues the investor’s I-526E filing receipt notice. Only after USCIS confirms the petition’s proper filing do we release funds into the investment project. If USCIS does not issue a receipt, the funds are available to refund. These protections remain unchanged.
At CanAm, we remain steadfast in our commitment to supporting our investors. Your EB-5 petition remains valid and protected under current law, and we do not anticipate any immediate changes to the program.
CanAm will be proactively addressing this matter and providing updates as more details emerge. In the meantime, we encourage investors to reach out with any questions. CanAm is here for you—just as we have been for more than 20 years.
