EB-5 Visa Outlook For Indian-Origin Investors In 2026

As the EB-5 grandfathering deadline approaches, India-born investors face a narrowing window to secure their place in the U.S. immigration process under current rules. At the same time, visa backlogs, policy uncertainty, and evolving adjudication trends make strategic planning more important than ever.

This webinar provides a clear and practical overview of the most important EB-5 developments for 2026, helping investors and their families understand both the risks and the opportunities ahead.

Our panel of leading immigration attorneys and EB-5 professionals will break down key considerations around timing, eligibility, and strategy, with a focus on real-world decision-making.

What You Will Learn

We will cover a range of critical EB-5 topics, including:

• EB-5 updates for 2026–2027: key regulatory and market developments that may impact new investors.
• Grandfathering deadline: what protections may apply when filing before September 30, 2026, and why timing is critical.
• H-1B to EB-5 strategies: how professionals can transition away from employer sponsorship and gain more flexibility.
• Concurrent filing: how eligible applicants may live and work in the U.S. while their EB-5 petition is pending.
• Aging-out risks: how to plan for dependent children and avoid losing eligibility.
• International capital remittance: key considerations for transferring funds, particularly for India-based investors.
• Common investor mistakes: real examples of what to avoid when planning your EB-5 journey.
• Live Q&A with immigration attorneys: get answers to your specific questions.

Speakers:

• Abhinav (Abhi) Lohia — Chief Revenue Officer, Golden Gate Global
• Anibal Sanchez — Partner, Darren Silver & Associates, LLP
• Joey Barnett — Partner, WR Immigration
• Paul Chen — Partner, Meyer Law Group