The EB-5 visa is the fifth preference employment-based category for immigrant investors who are willing to make a substantial investment in the U.S. economy. To qualify, applicants must invest $800,000 in a Targeted Employment Area (TEA) or $1,050,000 in a standard project that creates at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers. The EB-5 allows investors, their spouse, and unmarried children under 21 to obtain permanent residency (Green Cards). Many applicants invest through Regional Centers, which manage projects on their behalf. EB-5 is considered one of the fastest and most direct routes to U.S. Green Cards for wealthy individuals seeking long-term residency and business opportunities.