U.S. Immigration Fund Achieves Landmark EB-5 Milestone with USCIS Approval of I-526E Petition Utilizing Proprietary Loan Structure

USCIS Approval Confirms Strength of USIF’s Proprietary EB-5 Loan Program

U.S. Immigration Fund (USIF), a leading EB-5 Regional Center facilitating U.S. permanent residency for global families through $800K job creating real estate investments, is proud to announce a significant achievement: the approval of its first I-526E petition utilizing the firm’s proprietary EB-5 investor financing loan structure. The petition approval—granted for the 1 Journal Square (1JS) project, a mixed-use multifamily development in the heart of Jersey City’s vibrant Journal Square—reinforces the viability of USIF’s innovative financing model and its compliance with the requirements of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

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“While many EB-5 regional centers claim to offer “USCIS-approved” loan programs, few have successfully defended their models under the scrutiny of USCIS. USIF now stands apart, with its loan program approved—a powerful assurance for prospective investors,” said Nicholas Mastroianni III, President of U.S. Immigration Fund.

This milestone affirms that USIF’s loan-based investment option offers a compliant and reliable path to permanent U.S. residency for EB-5 investors. Through this model, qualified individuals may begin their investment journey with as little as a $500,000 investment, with the remainder financed via Opportunity Fund Lender (OFL)—featuring up to a 5-year term and a competitive interest rate—helping to lower the financial barriers to entry. The approved petition represents a case in which an investor strategically leveraged Opportunity Fund Lender's EB-5 Loan Program. This approval sets a critical precedent, further validating USIF’s structured approach to EB-5 financing.

Nicholas Mastroianni III, President of U.S. Immigration Fund, commented: “This approval is a significant moment for our investors and our organization globally. It demonstrates the strength and integrity of our loan structure and affirms the careful preparation and compliance standards we uphold. This outcome provides the highest level of reassurance for current and future investors navigating the EB-5 program with USIF. I couldn’t be happier today for our client and his family for this exciting milestone.”

The approval also highlights the importance of experienced legal representation. Immigration attorney Ignacio Donoso, Managing Partner at Donoso & Partners, LLP, provided strategic legal guidance throughout the process: “Achieving this result required extensive legal planning and documentation. We are pleased that our collaborative efforts have contributed to a positive outcome that will benefit other EB-5 investors.”

Investor Amitesh K., whose EB-5 petition—supported by his father, Amit K.—led to this pivotal approval, shared: “This approval sets a new standard for what EB-5 investors can expect from a compliance, structured loan-backed process. USIF provided me with a transparent strategic approach and legal support that was instrumental in guiding my petition to success. Their diligence gave me confidence every step of the way.”

“While many EB-5 regional centers claim to offer “USCIS-approved” loan programs, few have successfully defended their models under the scrutiny of USCIS. USIF now stands apart, with its loan program approved—a powerful assurance for prospective investors,” further commented Mastroianni.

About U.S. Immigration Fund

U.S. Immigration Fund (USIF) is a leading EB-5 Regional Center facilitating U.S. permanent residency for global families through $800K real estate investments with financing options available. Headquartered in Palm Beach, Fla., USIF has raised and deployed nearly $3 billion in EB-5 Program capital, created tens of thousands of U.S. jobs, and funded 25 transformative real estate developments across New York, New Jersey, California, and Florida.

Our institutional approach, built on decades of combined real estate and finance expertise, has earned the trust of over 13,600 investors and families, and recognition from 18 major financial institutions, including J.P. Morgan, Wells Fargo, and BlackRock. With a proven track record of more than $850M in capital repaid by developers, high-quality real estate project developments, and investor financing solutions, USIF continues to empower EB-5 investors to achieve the American dream.

To learn more about USIF’s EB-5 offerings and the USCIS-approved loan program, schedule a consultation.

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This milestone affirms that USIF’s loan-based investment option offers a compliant and reliable path to permanent U.S. residency for EB-5 investors.