What Indian investors in particular need to prepare — and how it's different from documenting the money's journey.
Last updated: August 2026Reviewed by: EB5SETU Editorial TeamScheduled review: February 2027
Every EB-5 petition must document that the investment capital was obtained lawfully, and how it moved to the investment account. These are two distinct concepts:
- Source of funds: how the investor legally earned or received the money.
- Path of funds: how the money moved from its original source, through any intermediate accounts, to the EB-5 investment account.
Common Lawful Sources
- Salary and accumulated savings
- Business income
- Sale of real estate
- Sale of shares or business interests
- Gift from parents or relatives
- Inheritance
- Loan secured by the investor's assets
- Investment or rental income
The final evidence strategy for your specific circumstances must be developed with your own immigration attorney — this checklist is a starting point for the conversation, not a substitute for legal advice.
Indian investors should also review EB-5 Guidance for Indian Investors for considerations specific to gifts, property sales, and remittance documentation.
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This article is for general educational purposes only and does not constitute legal, immigration, tax, or investment advice. It does not describe the terms of any specific offering. EB-5 law, USCIS policy, and Visa Bulletin availability change over time — confirm current requirements with USCIS, the U.S. Department of State, and your own independent immigration, securities, and tax advisors before making any decision.