Source of Funds:

The investor must prove that the funds come from a lawful source such as profit or earnings from a business, the profits or proceeds from the sale of real estate, or the profits or earnings from stock or other investments. Inheritance, gifts or loans are allowed as a source of funds under the law. If the investment funds are from a gift, then the financial information regarding the person giving the gift must be provided. Evidence may include but need not be limited to bank statements, stock certificates, and any loan or mortgage documents, promissory notes, security agreements or other evidence of borrowing which is secured by assets of the applicant.

Transfer of Funds:

The investor must provide evidence that the capital investment of $539,000 has been placed in an escrow account prior to filing the application. The escrow account is established in a protected account with a bank in the U.S. or overseas.

Financial Statements:

Financial information that evidences a net worth of at least U.S. $1 million. Evidence can include bank statements, documents showing ownership in real estate or a company, accompanied by an appraisal of value and registration of ownership. Other examples of evidence include a gift statement, a loan statement, etc.

Passports:

Copies of passport for each member of the family must be provided. Passports must be valid for travel to the United States and must have at least 6 months validity beyond the issuance date of the visa. Household members can include husband, wide, and all unmarried children under the age of 21.

Employment and Business Documents:

Information regarding the investor's education, employment history, and business experience are required, including but not limited to résumés, diplomas, and business registrations.

Family Certificates:

Copies of birth, marriage (or divorce) certificates must be provided for all individuals applying for a green card under the investor's application, including spouse and children under the age of 21 at the time of application. For birth certificates, one certified copy of the birth certificate for each person named in the application should be submitted. Birth records must be presented for all unmarried children under the age of 21 even if they do not wish to immigrate at the time. For marriage certificates, one certified copy of the marriage certificate or proof of termination of any previous marriage(s) must also be submitted (e.g., death certificate of spouse, final decree of divorce or annulment).

Police Certificates:

Each visa applicant 16 years or older is required to submit a police certificate from the police of each locality of the country of the applicant's nationality or current residence or where the applicant has resided for at least 6 months since turning 16. Police certificates are also required from all other countries where the applicant has been arrested for any reason, and must be of recent date when presented. Police certificates must cover the entire period of the applicant's residence in any area.

Court/Prison Records:

Persons who have been convicted of a crime must obtain a certified copy of each court record and of any prison record, regardless of subsequent benefit from an amnesty, pardon or other act of clemency.

Military Records:

A certified copy of any military record should be submitted.

Photographs:

Two color photographs in passport style are required. No head covering or dark glasses should be worn.