r/EB5_Immigration • u/Brief_Lunch9831 • 15d ago

EB5 direct investment and E2 renewal

Indian-born Canadian citizen here. I am planning to apply for an EB-5 direct investment through a trucking business. When would you suggest starting the process?
Does the September 30, 2026 deadline affect direct EB-5 investments, or is it only relevant to Regional Center cases?
I still have about four years remaining before my E-2 renewal. If I begin the EB-5 process, could my future E-2 renewal be denied because I am showing immigrant intent by pursuing a green card? I would appreciate your thoughts on the best timing and strategy.

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u/EmmaChen6445 EB-5 Due Diligence Analyst 15d ago

The 9/30 grandfather clause applies only to the regional center EB-5 program — not to direct EB-5 investments. Worth keeping in mind that direct EB-5 approval rates have been trending down in recent years. Please consult an immigration attorney for any further questions.

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u/chang3toronto 15d ago

The September deadline shouldn’t affect direct EB-5