India, Oct. 30 -- Foreign investor applicants using the EB-5 immigrant investor program will encounter increased filing fees and modifications to specific application processes due to a new rule from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) overseen by US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

These modifications impact investor petitions, some current investors, and regional centers involved in the program. The updated fees will be implemented starting November 30, 2026.

These changes are part of the Trump administration's efforts to tighten control over legal immigration, which includes modifications to visa and green card programs.

The EB-5 visa initiative enables eligible foreign investors to pursue permanent residency in t...