Michael Moore of Las Vegas Sentenced to 5 Years for $3.5M IRS Fraud
Michael Moore received a five-year federal prison sentence for running two false tax-return schemes in Las Vegas. Prosecutors said the fraud caused more...
Top questions about EB-5 Green Card
Answers from VisaVerge guidesHow has EB-5 visa issuance changed recently according to July 2025 updates?
EB-5 visa issuance surged by 90% in Q1 FY2025, causing retrogressions for China and India applicants. This means longer waits for these countries as the priority dates have moved backward by more than two years.
Read: 10 Essential Facts About the Consular Processing Immigration RouteWhat changes did USCIS make in 2026 regarding EB-5 visa applications?
USCIS prioritized integrity and faster processing for all EB-5 visa applications, with enhanced screening and vetting of aliens.
Read: EB-5 Choice Expands EB-5 Regional Centers to Support Green Card AccessHow has the EB-5 investor category advanced for Indian nationals as of August 2025?
The EB-5 investor category has advanced by about six months, moving from May 1, 2019, to November 15, 2019, as of August 2025.
Read: Indian EB-3 Visa Progress Sparks Renewed US Green Card HopesIs there any change in EB-5 investment requirements or timelines as of 2025?
There have been no major legislative changes to EB-5 in 2024 or 2025, and the RIA 2022 remains law with set-asides and next investment increase scheduled for January 2027.
Read: Why Indian Professionals Turn to EB-5: Path to a Green CardHow has USCIS scrutiny changed for EB-5 applications since 2022?
USCIS has increased its scrutiny on EB-5 applications, especially regarding the origins of investment funds, due to stricter rules introduced by the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022.
Read: Inherited Funds, Gifts, and the EB-5 Visa: Navigating Documentation Hurdles
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