Loan Model Approved by USCIS as a Valid source of funds

EB-5 Green Card via Rural TEA + Loan Model

A Capital-Led Path to U.S. Residency for Indian Founders & Families. Secure your Green Card with just $400K-$500K upfrontinstead of the full $800K investment.

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Work Permit in 30-90 days

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Green Card in 12-16 months

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FEMA & RBI Compliant

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USCIS Approved Model

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Capital Advantage

Retain $300K-$400K for other investments

$800K

Traditional EB-5

Full upfront payment

$400K

Goldwater Model

Loan-backed structure

$240K+

Opportunity Value

From retained capital over 5 years

Who Is This For?

Goldwater's EB-5 loan-backed model is purpose-built for:

H-1B Professionals

Seeking an exit from visa uncertainty

H-1B Professionals

Indian startup founders

With capital tied to growing businesses

Indian Founders

Parents

Securing long-term U.S. residency for their children

Indian Family Offices

UHNI families & family offices

Seeking RBI-compliant global mobility

Indian HNIs & UHNIs

Medical professionals

Pursuing flexibility and independence

Medical professionals

Capital Comparison

Component

Traditional EB-5

Upfront Investment

$800,000

Legal + USCIS Filing Fees

~$40,000

Loan Interest (5 years)

$0

Other Fees (Admin, Tax, etc.)

$20,000–$30,000

Capital Savings Advantage

Total Outlay

$860,000–$870,000

Goldwater Loan Model

$400,000–$500,000

~$40,000

~$100,000 (estimated @5%)

$20,000–$30,000

$240K+ (Opportunity value from retained capital)

$560,000–$670,000

All investments remain "at risk" per USCIS guidelines. Structures may vary based on jurisdiction, asset mix, and profile.

EB-5 Loan Model

Goldwater's model is built on the landmark Zhang v. USCIS ruling :

"Cash is fungible... the buyer's source of cash—whether paycheck, gift, or loan—makes no legal or practical difference."

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USCIS must accept loan proceeds as EB-5 capital if lawfully obtained

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Collateral not required beyond your equity stake in the EB-5 NCE

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Loan must be personally liable and well-
documented

The Goldwater
Capital Advantage

By retaining $300K–$400K of your capital outside the EB-5 structure :

You could invest in equity markets, potentially compounding at 12-13% or invest in your
business/RE

Over 5 years, this creates an opportunity value of ~$240K — making the net cost of your Green Card dramatically lower.

Structurally Compliant. Strategically Sound.

Goldwater's EB-5 financing model is built around USCIS standards:

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Personal Loan

Issued to the investor, not the project

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Collateralized

Backed by your own property, deposits, or shares

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Lawful Source

Complete SOF for both equity + loan amount

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Active Investment

Interest/principal payments over 5 years

Fully aligned with: Matter of H-A-, AAO (2017), USCIS Policy Manual (Vol. 6, Pt. G, Ch. 2)

Projects That Meet the Our Standard

Every EB-5 opportunity we recommend undergoes institutional underwriting and meets

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50–90% construction complete

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Institutional co-investment or senior debt in place

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Completion guarantees + intercreditor protections

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Priority repayment for EB-5 investors

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Job creation buffers of 150–200%

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Located in Tier-1, resilient U.S. markets

Request Full Project Diligence Access

Includes construction videos, legal memo, job impact report, appraisal, and investment agreement.

Why Goldwater

We're not just advisors. We're your cross-border structuring partner.

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Rigorous Diligence

We underwrite like a private equity fund

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Tax-Aware Structuring

For LRS, NRO/NRE, and FEMA alignment

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Work with Tier-1 U.S. Attorneys

For every filing

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Trusted by UHNI Indian Families

CXOs and founders

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Our team includes ex-entrepreneurs, wealth planners and legal strategists

Frequently Asked Questions

Looking for a broader FAQ on EB-5 eligibility, benefits, and process?

Is the EB-5 loan model compliant with FEMA regulations?

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  • Yes. Goldwater ensures that any Indian tax resident using our model adheres to FEMA and RBI guidelines. Loans are structured in compliance with Indian outbound capital rules, with oversight from legal and tax advisors.

Who can legally access this EB-5 loan model?

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While Indian tax residents cannot directly take the loan, it is fully accessible to:

  • Children studying or residing overseas

  • Non-resident Indians (NRIs)

  • OCI/Green Card holders abroad

What kind of collateral is required?

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  • None beyond your EB-5 equity stake. Your economic interest in the New Commercial Enterprise (NCE) serves as the only collateral. No third-party property or additional security is needed.

Is this model USCIS-compliant?

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  • Yes. It is structured per the Zhang v. USCIS ruling and USCIS Policy Manual guidelines. Multiple I-526E approvals have already been obtained through this loan-backed model. As long as the source of funds is lawful, loan proceeds are considered valid investment capital.

What documents are required to prove lawful source of funds?

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  • Depending on your case: salary records, business sale proceeds, property transactions, or gift deeds (for parent-to-child transfers). Goldwater assists you in preparing a fully documented Source of Funds (SOF) package.