{"id":6344,"date":"2026-04-06T14:53:00","date_gmt":"2026-04-06T14:53:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oltarsh.com\/?p=6344"},"modified":"2026-06-19T15:10:22","modified_gmt":"2026-06-19T15:10:22","slug":"guia-del-inversor-del-centro-regional-eb-5","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oltarsh.com\/es\/eb-5-regional-center-investor-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Centro Regional EB-5: C\u00f3mo Evaluar Centros Aprobados y Proteger Su Inversi\u00f3n"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022<\/strong> introduced mandatory five-year audits for every designated <strong>EB-5 regional center<\/strong>. USCIS now reviews documentation, tracks capital flows, and applies <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gao.gov\/yellowbook\/overview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards<\/a> to ensure compliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This changes the risk profile for investors. A regional center that looked stable in 2021 may not pass scrutiny under the new audit framework.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Between 2016 and 2019, the EB-5 program created 1.7 million American jobs and attracted $75 billion in private investment, according to IIUSA, all at no cost to taxpayers. But that track record depends on choosing a regional center with transparent operations, verifiable job creation, and clean USCIS records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The difference between a well-managed regional center and a poorly structured one is the difference between <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oltarsh.com\/practice\/green-cards\/\">conditional green card<\/a> approval and capital loss with no immigration benefit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This guide shows you how to verify track records, identify compliance red flags, and protect both your investment and your immigration case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You&#8217;ll Learn<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How to verify a regional center&#8217;s I-526E and I-829 approval rates beyond self-reported claims<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Red flags that signal compliance risk or inadequate investor protections<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The difference between direct, indirect, and induced jobs in job creation calculations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What happens to your investment and immigration case if a regional center is terminated<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is an EB-5 Regional Center?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A <strong>regional center<\/strong> is a public or private economic unit promoting economic growth in the United States. These entities must submit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uscis.gov\/i-956\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Form I-956<\/strong><\/a> to USCIS for approval and operate within specific geographic areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oltarsh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/What-is-an-EB-5-Regional-Center-1024x683.avif\" alt=\"A graphic illustrating somebody signing an agreement at an EB-5 regional center.\" class=\"wp-image-7374\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oltarsh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/What-is-an-EB-5-Regional-Center-1024x683.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.oltarsh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/What-is-an-EB-5-Regional-Center-300x200.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.oltarsh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/What-is-an-EB-5-Regional-Center-768x513.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.oltarsh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/What-is-an-EB-5-Regional-Center-18x12.avif 18w, https:\/\/www.oltarsh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/What-is-an-EB-5-Regional-Center.avif 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Regional centers can count indirect and induced jobs toward the 10-job requirement \u2014 direct EB-5 investments count only direct jobs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Feature<\/th><th>Regional Center<\/th><th>Direct EB-5<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Job Types Counted<\/strong><\/td><td>Direct, indirect, and induced<\/td><td>Direct only<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Form Filed<\/strong><\/td><td>I-526E<\/td><td>I-526<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>USCIS Oversight<\/strong><\/td><td>Audited every five years<\/td><td>No audit requirement<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Regional center investors wire funds to an investment fund. That fund either loans EB-5 capital to the project or buys equity in it. You file Form I-526E and typically have no day-to-day management role.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oltarsh.com\/eb-5-reform-act\/\">Direct EB-5<\/a> requires you to establish or invest in your own enterprise, file Form I-526, and demonstrate active management involvement. Proving 10 direct jobs is substantially harder than meeting the requirement through economic modeling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act: What Changed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The RIA transformed how USCIS oversees approved regional centers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oltarsh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/The-EB-5-Reform-and-Integrity-Act-1024x683.avif\" alt=\"A graphic showing the skyline of New York City. \" class=\"wp-image-7375\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oltarsh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/The-EB-5-Reform-and-Integrity-Act-1024x683.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.oltarsh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/The-EB-5-Reform-and-Integrity-Act-300x200.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.oltarsh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/The-EB-5-Reform-and-Integrity-Act-768x512.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.oltarsh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/The-EB-5-Reform-and-Integrity-Act-18x12.avif 18w, https:\/\/www.oltarsh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/The-EB-5-Reform-and-Integrity-Act.avif 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">USCIS must now audit each designated regional center at least once every five years. These audits follow Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (Yellow Book) and review documentation, investor capital flow, and compliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Starting March 2, 2023, USCIS collects an annual fee from each approved center to finance the <strong>EB-5 Integrity Fund<\/strong>, supporting program administration and enforcement. Dozens of regional centers lost approval for compliance failures after the RIA took effect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The RIA also created <strong>set-aside visa categories<\/strong>: rural TEAs, high-unemployment areas, and infrastructure projects. These offer potential processing advantages for investors from backlogged countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-verse\"><strong>Action Step:<\/strong> Ask any regional center you're considering: \"Have you completed a USCIS audit under the Reform and Integrity Act? What were the findings?\"<\/pre>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Verify a Regional Center&#8217;s Track Record<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Self-reported success rates are marketing, not evidence. Ask for <strong>USCIS approval notices<\/strong> \u2014 the only proof that matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The I-526E approval rate shows how many investors cleared the first hurdle. But the I-829 approval rate matters more \u2014 it confirms job creation was met and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oltarsh.com\/practice\/green-cards\/\" data-type=\"portfolio\" data-id=\"4777\">green card<\/a> is permanent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Regional centers emphasizing investment returns over immigration outcomes are the ones most likely to disappoint on both fronts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Metric<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>What It Proves<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Red Flag<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>I-526E approval rate<\/td><td>USCIS accepted the project structure<\/td><td>No written documentation provided<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>I-829 approval rate<\/td><td>Job creation requirements were met<\/td><td>Rate significantly lower than I-526E<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Investors fully repaid<\/td><td>Capital management and project completion<\/td><td>Vague language about &#8220;expected&#8221; returns<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Projects completed on time<\/td><td>Operational execution capability<\/td><td>Multiple delayed or abandoned projects<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-verse\"><strong>Action Step:<\/strong> Request written documentation of: (1) total I-526E petitions filed, (2) I-526E approval rate, (3) total I-829 petitions filed, (4) I-829 approval rate, (5) number of investors fully repaid. Refusal is a red flag.<\/pre>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Red Flags When Evaluating EB-5 Regional Centers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A regional center that cannot provide USCIS approval notices for completed I-829 cases isn&#8217;t sharing evidence. They&#8217;re hiding results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1650\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oltarsh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Evaluating-an-EB-5-Regional-Center.avif?wsr\" alt=\"An infographic about evaluating an EB-5 regional center, showing the strong indicators and the red flags to watch out for \" class=\"wp-image-7376\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oltarsh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Evaluating-an-EB-5-Regional-Center.avif 1080w, https:\/\/www.oltarsh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Evaluating-an-EB-5-Regional-Center-196x300.avif 196w, https:\/\/www.oltarsh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Evaluating-an-EB-5-Regional-Center-670x1024.avif 670w, https:\/\/www.oltarsh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Evaluating-an-EB-5-Regional-Center-768x1173.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.oltarsh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Evaluating-an-EB-5-Regional-Center-1005x1536.avif 1005w, https:\/\/www.oltarsh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Evaluating-an-EB-5-Regional-Center-8x12.avif 8w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pressure tactics<\/strong> like &#8220;limited spots,&#8221; &#8220;closing soon&#8221; exploit your urgency. Legitimate regional centers explain compliance measures and provide transparent audit histories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The real question is how projected jobs will be documented and verified when you file an I-829. If the regional center cannot explain their job tracking system and sustainment period compliance, they&#8217;re guessing about your immigration outcome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In practice, terminated regional centers leave investors with neither green cards nor returned capital. If a center changed ownership without a clear explanation or cannot detail what happens to your investment upon USCIS termination, you&#8217;re evaluating a black box.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Job Creation Requirements: What Regional Centers Must Prove<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oltarsh.com\/eb-5-green-card-process\/\">EB-5 investment<\/a> must create <strong>at least 10 full-time jobs<\/strong> per investor. Regional centers count three types: <strong>direct jobs<\/strong> (project payroll), <strong>indirect jobs<\/strong> (suppliers and contractors), and <strong>induced jobs<\/strong> (local spending by those workers).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the I-526E petition, USCIS accepts economic modeling. For the I-829, the standard changes. USCIS requires actual documentation: tax records, payroll reports, or verification from third-party economists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Job Type<\/th><th>I-526E Standard<\/th><th>I-829 Standard<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Direct<\/td><td>Economic modeling<\/td><td>Payroll records, W-2s<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Indirect<\/td><td>Economic modeling<\/td><td>Supplier contracts, economist verification<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Induced<\/td><td>Economic modeling<\/td><td>Economic impact analysis with actual data<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Happens If a Regional Center Is Terminated<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">USCIS can terminate regional centers for compliance failures, fraud, or failure to meet program requirements under the RIA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oltarsh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/What-Happens-If-a-Regional-Center-Is-Terminated-1024x683.avif\" alt=\"A lawyer sitting in front of a laptop checking for the status of an EB-5 regional center.\" class=\"wp-image-7378\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oltarsh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/What-Happens-If-a-Regional-Center-Is-Terminated-1024x683.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.oltarsh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/What-Happens-If-a-Regional-Center-Is-Terminated-300x200.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.oltarsh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/What-Happens-If-a-Regional-Center-Is-Terminated-768x512.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.oltarsh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/What-Happens-If-a-Regional-Center-Is-Terminated-18x12.avif 18w, https:\/\/www.oltarsh.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/What-Happens-If-a-Regional-Center-Is-Terminated.avif 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pending I-526E petitions<\/strong> filed through a terminated center may be denied outright. USCIS typically requires investors to refile under a different approved center, restarting the approval timeline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Investment capital remains trapped in the original project with no automatic recovery mechanism. USCIS provides no refund or capital protection when a regional center loses its designation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>I-829 petitions<\/strong> become significantly more complicated. Without the regional center&#8217;s ability to count indirect and induced jobs, investors may struggle to demonstrate the required 10 jobs per investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Due Diligence Checklist: Questions to Ask Before Investing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Document to Request<\/th><th>What It Proves<\/th><th>Red Flag If Missing<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>I-526E approval notices<\/td><td>USCIS accepted the project and job creation plan<\/td><td>No proof investors were approved<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>I-829 approval notices<\/td><td>Investors successfully removed conditions<\/td><td>No evidence of completed cases<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Independent job creation audit<\/td><td>Third-party verification of economic model<\/td><td>Self-reported job numbers only<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Subscription agreement<\/td><td>Investor protections and exit terms<\/td><td>Unclear capital deployment or repayment<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ask about past project failures and how the regional center handled them. Centers claiming zero failures either have a limited history or aren&#8217;t being transparent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Verify the regional center&#8217;s audit history and compliance status. Understand what happens to your capital if the project fails or the center is terminated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">EB-5 Regional Center Investment Structure: How Your Capital Flows<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your money flows through the <strong>regional center investment fund<\/strong> first. The fund deploys capital as a loan or equity position in the underlying project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Structure Type<\/th><th>Risk Profile<\/th><th>Repayment Priority<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Debt<\/strong><\/td><td>Lower<\/td><td>First in line<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Preferred Equity<\/strong><\/td><td>Medium<\/td><td>Second priority<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Common Equity<\/strong><\/td><td>Higher<\/td><td>Last priority<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your capital must remain &#8220;at risk&#8221; until USCIS approves your Form I-829. Exit strategies vary \u2014 some centers structure repayment 5\u20137 years out, others tie it to project milestones like property sale or refinancing. [VERIFY: 5-7 year repayment timeline and 4-8% fee range commonly cited but not in factual reference]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The biggest disputes arise from unclear fee disclosures and vague exit timelines. Request written documentation of all fees and the specific repayment mechanism before you invest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781794229001\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How do I verify if a regional center is currently approved by USCIS?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Check USCIS&#8217;s official list of designated regional centers. Confirm their Form I-956 approval is current. Always verify directly with USCIS rather than relying on marketing materials.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781794237011\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What&#8217;s the difference between I-526E approval and getting a green card?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Form I-526E approval confirms your eligibility to proceed \u2014 it doesn&#8217;t grant residency. After approval, you wait for a visa number, file <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oltarsh.com\/navigating-the-complexities-of-lawful-permanent-residency\/\"><strong>Form I-485<\/strong><\/a> to adjust status, receive a two-year conditional green card, and then file <strong>Form I-829<\/strong> to remove conditions.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781794256546\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can I switch regional centers after filing?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Switching after filing your I-526E is generally not possible without withdrawing your petition and starting over. You lose your priority date and must pay all filing fees again. Conduct thorough due diligence before committing.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781794257114\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How long does the process take from investment to permanent green card?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Timelines vary by country of origin and USCIS processing speeds. Some I-526E petitions have been approved in as little as four months. Investors from countries without visa backlogs may receive conditional green cards within 12\u201318 months [VERIFY: 12-18 month timeline for non-backlogged countries]. Investors from China and India face multi-year waits due to per-country visa caps. After receiving your conditional green card, you wait two years before filing Form I-829.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781794257732\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What happens to my investment if the project fails, but jobs were created?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>If the required 10 jobs were created and sustained, you can still qualify for permanent residency. USCIS evaluates job creation at the time you file Form I-829. Project failure may affect capital recovery, but successful job creation protects your immigration path.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781794279821\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Do I need a lawyer to invest in an EB-5 regional center?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>While not legally required, the EB-5 program involves complex immigration law, securities regulations, and substantial financial commitments. Beginning September 1, 2022, USCIS requires separate fee payments for each form (I-526E, I-485, I-131, I-765). An experienced attorney ensures you file correctly and avoid costly mistakes.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Do Next<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>This week:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Request I-526E and I-829 approval statistics from any regional centers you&#8217;re considering \u2014 ask for specific numbers, not marketing language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Verify the regional center&#8217;s current USCIS approval status on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uscis.gov\/working-in-the-united-states\/permanent-workers\/employment-based-immigration-fifth-preference-eb-5\/eb-5-immigrant-investor-regional-centers\/approved-eb-5-immigrant-investor-regional-centers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">official directory<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Schedule consultations with immigration attorneys who represent investors, not regional centers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>This month:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Review subscription agreements and offering documents with your attorney. Interview investors who completed the full EB-5 process with the centers you&#8217;re evaluating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ongoing:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Monitor USCIS termination notices and regional center compliance news \u2014 your regional center&#8217;s approval status today doesn&#8217;t guarantee approval status when you file Form I-526E.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022 introduced mandatory five-year audits for every designated EB-5 regional center. USCIS now reviews documentation, tracks capital flows, and applies Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards to ensure compliance. This changes the risk profile for investors. 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