Immigrating to the United States as an entrepreneur or investor takes more than vision — it takes strategy. The good news? If you’re ready to invest in or acquire a business, your path to permanent residency may be closer than you think.
Both the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Visa and the EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) programs allow foreign investors to qualify for U.S. residency through business ownership — and acquiring an existing business can meet the requirements for both, if structured correctly.
At Grammont Enterprises, we help investors fund and structure these acquisitions so they qualify under immigration investor rules — turning opportunity into residency.
Why Business Acquisition Might Be a Smart Immigration Strategy
Launching a brand-new business in the U.S. can take months of setup and may delay your visa timeline. Buying an existing business, however, gives you immediate infrastructure, employees, and revenue, allowing you to contribute to the U.S. economy from day one.
A well-structured acquisition can demonstrate:
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Job creation or preservation (a key EB-5 visa program requirement)
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Economic benefit to the U.S. (an EB-2 NIW requirement)
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Financial viability and operational stability, strengthening your application
It’s a faster, lower-risk way to invest — and one that aligns perfectly with immigration investor goals.
How a Business Acquisition Qualifies Under EB-5
The EB 5 Visa Program requires you to invest in a U.S. business that creates or preserves at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers.
A business acquisition can qualify if one of the following applies:
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You substantially expand the business
– Increase its size, net worth, or employee count by at least 40%. -
You restructure or reorganize the company
– Transform it into a new commercial enterprise, such as changing its operations, products, or structure. -
You invest in a “troubled business”
– Purchase a business that’s lost at least 20% of its value over the past two years and preserve its jobs.
The minimum investment is currently $1,050,000, or $800,000 if located in a Targeted Employment Area (TEA) — a rural or high-unemployment zone.
With Grammont’s private lending and consulting support, you can acquire and expand a U.S. business while maintaining the liquidity and flexibility needed for EB-5 compliance.
How a Business Acquisition Fits the EB-2 NIW
The EB-2 National Interest Waiver doesn’t require a specific investment amount or job creation target. Instead, it focuses on whether your business benefits the U.S. economy or public interest and whether you are well-positioned to advance that business.
Acquiring an existing business can demonstrate both:
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You’re immediately contributing to the U.S. economy.
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You’re preserving or creating American jobs.
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You have the experience and resources to grow the business further.
Whether you’re buying a manufacturing firm, logistics company, or professional services business, an acquisition helps prove that your work aligns with the national interest — a key element for NIW approval.
How Grammont Enterprises Helps Investors Succeed
Grammont Enterprises specializes in private funding and strategic consulting for investors pursuing EB-5 and EB-2 pathways.
We help clients:
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Secure acquisition funding through private loans, credit-based lending, or the 90/10 Funding Model (where we fund up to 90% of your project cost).
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Structure deals to meet EB-5 or EB-2 criteria.
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Collaborate with immigration attorneys to ensure your investment meets USCIS compliance requirements.
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Consult on growth and documentation, including templates and video training to streamline your submission.
Our funding ranges from $1 million to $100 million+, making it ideal for investors acquiring mid- to large-scale U.S. businesses as part of their immigration strategy.
The Bottom Line
Acquiring a U.S. business isn’t just a smart investment — it can also be your gateway to permanent residency. With the right structure and funding, your acquisition can qualify under both the EB-5 and EB-2 NIW investor programs.
At Grammont Enterprises, we provide the capital, consulting, and expertise to make your U.S. business journey achievable — faster, safer, and more strategic.