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How can a felony record affect my EB-5 visa application?

I have a low-level felony record for nonviolent negligent assault back in my home country. Am I still eligible to apply for an EB-5 visa? Could this be grounds for a denial?

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Bernard P Wolfsdorf

Bernard P Wolfsdorf

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A felony conviction is absolutely an issue and failure to disclose it can be an even bigger problem.

Lynne Feldman

Lynne Feldman

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Would need to see the records to advise.

Belma Demirovic Chinchoy

Belma Demirovic Chinchoy

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You need to have the conviction analyzed (based on the penal code of your home country) to evaluate admissibility. But yes, your past crimes (anywhere in the world) may impact your eligibility for residence in the US (via EB5 or any other program).

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