The EB-5 immigrant investor program is a complex and highly regulated process, and one of the critical steps is filing the necessary paperwork with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). When it comes to transferring the name of an EB-5 investor on a petition, Form I-526, Immigrant Petition by Alien Entrepreneur, or Form I-829, Petition by Entrepreneur to Remove Conditions on Permanent Resident Status, needs to be properly completed and submitted. Below is a sample filled template for a Form I-526 name transfer, focusing on the key sections that would be relevant to such a scenario. Please note, this is a simplified example and should not be used for actual submission without consulting the official USCIS instructions and possibly a legal professional.
Form I-526 Sample Filled Template for Name Transfer
Part 1. Petitioner Information (for Name Transfer Purposes)
- 1. Petitioner's Full Name: John Doe (Original Investor)
- 2. Petitioner's Full Name (as it appears on the original petition): Same as above
- 3. Petitioner's A-Number (if any): A12345678
- 4. Petitioner's Date of Birth: 01/01/1990
- 5. Petitioner's Country of Birth: United States
- 6. Petitioner's Country of Citizenship/Nationality: United States
Part 2. Name Transfer Information
- 1. New Investor's Full Name: Jane Doe (Transferee)
- 2. Relationship between Original Investor and New Investor: Spouse
- 3. Reason for Name Transfer: Divorce and subsequent transfer of investment interest
- 4. Documentation Supporting Name Transfer (check all that apply):
- Court documents (divorce decree)
- Notarized statement explaining the transfer
- Updated business formation documents
Part 3. Business Information
- 1. Name of New Commercial Enterprise (NCE): XYZ Inc.
- 2. Address of NCE: 123 Main St, Anytown, USA 12345
- 3. Type of Business: Retail
- 4. Date the NCE was Established: 01/01/2020
- 5. Structure of NCE (check one): Corporation
Part 4. Investment Information
- 1. Amount of Capital Invested by the New Investor: $1,000,000
- 2. Source of Funds (check all that apply):
- Personal savings
- Gift from spouse
- Loan (explain): _______________________
- 3. Date the Investment was Made: 01/01/2022
- 4. Number of Jobs Created by the NCE: 10 full-time positions
Part 5. Additional Information
- Is the new investor requesting to remove conditions on their permanent resident status? Yes/No
Certification
- I, Jane Doe, certify under penalty of perjury that the information provided is true and accurate. Signature: _______________________ Date: _______________________
Additional Documents
- Copies of the original Form I-526 approval notice
- Court documents (divorce decree)
- Notarized statement explaining the transfer
- Updated business formation documents (articles of incorporation, operating agreement, etc.)
- Proof of investment (bank statements, wire transfer receipts, etc.)
Important Notes
- This is a hypothetical example and should not be used for actual USCIS submissions.
- The actual form and requirements may change, so always refer to the latest USCIS instructions.
- Consult with an immigration attorney to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
- The process and documentation required can be complex and vary based on individual circumstances.
Please remember, this is a sample for illustrative purposes only. Actual forms and submissions should be carefully prepared with the guidance of a qualified immigration attorney to ensure accuracy and compliance with the latest USCIS regulations.