USCIS proposes EB-5 integrity rule updates for investors and regional centers

On July 2, 2026, DHS published a proposed rule in the Federal Register about the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program.

The proposal is tied to the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022 and would update regulations for EB-5 investors, regional centers, and related petitions.

What the proposal covers

The Federal Register notice says DHS is proposing updates involving several EB-5 topics, including:

• investor and regional center requirements,
• national security and fraud-prevention measures,
• targeted employment areas,
• infrastructure projects,
• troubled businesses,
• removal of conditions,
• withdrawal requests and petition revocations,
• redeployment of investor capital, and
• registration of direct and third-party promoters.

This is a proposed rule, which means it is not final yet. DHS is asking for public comments before deciding what the final rule should say.

Why EB-5 applicants should pay attention

EB-5 cases often involve large investments, long timelines, business records, job-creation evidence, and family immigration planning. A rule change can affect how cases are documented and what USCIS expects from investors and regional centers.

Applicants and families connected to EB-5 should keep clean records, including:

• investment source-of-funds records,
• business and regional center documents,
• USCIS receipt and approval notices,
• adjustment or consular processing documents,
• family member records, and
• any notices about conditions on residence.

What this means now

Because the rule is still proposed, applicants should not assume every proposed change is final. But if you are planning an EB-5 filing, already invested, or preparing a related green card step, this is a good time to review your paperwork and watch for the final rule.

This post is general information, not legal advice.

We can help

Asal Immigration Services helps Columbus-area clients organize immigration paperwork, family records, translations, and USCIS filing packets. EB-5 strategy and investment eligibility should be reviewed with a qualified immigration attorney, but we can help keep your document packet organized.

Authoritative source: Federal Register, DHS/USCIS proposed rule, "EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022; Ensuring the Integrity of the EB-5 Program; Automatic Revocation of Petitions for Immigrant Classification": https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/07/02/2026-13392/eb-5-reform-and-integrity-act-of-2022-ensuring-the-integrity-of-the-eb-5-program-automatic