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ARTON INDEX Updated yearly, the Arton Index is an overall assessment and comparative benchmark of the country and its investment program. 48 GLOBAL MOBILITY 16 QUALITY OF LIFE 9 SIMPLICITY 8 SPEED 2 COST 13 UNITED STATES EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program LOCATION North America CAPITAL Washington, DC TIME DIFFERENCE UTC-5 TOTAL AREA 9,826,675 km 2 AGE DEMOGRAPHICS 0-14: 20%, 15-64: 66.2%, 65+: 13.9% LANGUAGE English 82.1% Spanish 10.7% Other 7.3% RELIGIONS Roman Catholic: 23.9% Protestant: 51.3% Christian: 4.4% Muslim: 0.6% Other: 19.8% GOVERNMENT TYPE Constitution-based federal republic, strong democratic tradition CURRENCY US dollar (USD) EXCHANGE RATE 1 USD = 0.7838 EUR (2012) 50,700 USD GDP (per capita) GDP (purchasing power parity) 15.94 trillion USD (2012) 316,668,567 Population Growth 0.9% 185 Visa free countries
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Page 1: Livmax EB5 US Citizenship Program

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Live the American Dream for yourself and move to the U.S., a cultural melting pot with a thriving economy, a wealth of opportunities, and one of the highest standards of living anywhere on the globe.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet all of the following requirements to be eligible for the program:

Be at least 21 years of age;

Show legal source of assets and funds;

Choose from one of the available investment options.

WHY CHOOSE THE U.S.?

Known over the world as the land of opportunity, the United States of America boasts a rich and diverse culture, one of the strongest currencies in the world, and one of the most sought-after passports on the planet. Through the USA EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, applicants can enjoy a host of exclusive benefits including:

No language skills required;

No minimum education required;

No business or management experience required;

Investment capital can come from a gift, inheritance, business ownership or any other lawful activities;

No obligation to live in the area of investment;

The opportunity to live, work and study anywhere in the U.S. and benefit from lower tuition fees;

Inclusion of dependent children under the age of 21.

USA EB-5 IMMIGRANT INVESTOR PROGRAM

USA EB-5 IMMIGRANT INVESTOR PROGRAM

INVESTMENT OPTIONS

Investment options

There are two investment options within the USA EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program:

1. Creation of a new U.S. enterprise

To be eligible for this investment option, the applicant must meet the following criteria:

Make an investment of US$ 1 million in a new commercial enterprise, or US$ 500,000 if that enterprise is in a targeted commercial area, which includes rural areas or areas with unemployment of at least 150 percent that of the national average;

Create full time employment for at least 10 qualified U.S. workers, who must be direct employees of the commercial enterprise;

Actively manage the day-to-day activities and/or policy formulation of the enterprise.

2. Invest in a regional center

Regional centers are investment opportunities that have been pre-approved by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). To be eligible for this investment option, the applicant must meet the following criteria:

Make an investment of US$ 500,000;

The enterprise must create full time employment for at least 10 qualified U.S. workers, where indirect employment is permitted;

Active management of the enterprise is not required.

CITIZENSHIP REQUIREMENTS

If you are a non-conditional Green Card holder for at least five years, you can apply for naturalization if you meet the following requirements:

Be 18 years or older;

Have lived within the state, or USCIS district with jurisdiction over your place of residence, for at least three months prior to the application;

Have continuous residence in the U.S. as a Green Card holder for at least five years immediately preceding the application;

Be physically present in the U.S. for at least 30 months out of the five years (60 months) immediately preceding the application;

Reside continuously within the U.S. from the date of application for naturalization up to the time of naturalization;

Be able to read, write and speak English, and have knowledge and an understanding of U.S. history and government (civics);

Be a person of good moral character, in keeping with the principles of the Constitution of the United States, and well disposed to the good order and happiness of the United States during all relevant periods under the law.

APPLICATION FEES

Advisory and legal fees ..........US$ 15,000

I-526 ...............................................US$ 1,500

DS-230 (per person) ................US$ 405

I-829 ..............................................US$ 3,750

I-829 submission fee ...............US$ 2,500

Biometrics (per person) .........US$ 85

All application fees charged by the U.S. government and by Arton are subject to change. These fees depend on the number of applicants and the complexity of the process. Please contact us if you have any questions or need more information.

DISCLOSURE: The USA EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program has two key requirements: capital investment and job creation. If either one of these requirements is not fulfilled, the investor’s capital (in part or in full) and their immigration status are at risk, therefore there are no guarantees on return of any capital, nor on immigration status.

Becoming a U.S. resident and/or citizen can have an impact on an applicant’s taxable income and assets. As such, before an applicant chooses to invest in the U.S., they should obtain an independent tax assessment. This document is not intended for distribution within an U.S. state nor to any U.S. residents or citizens.

Copyright © 2014. Information has been verified at the time of print. In case of

discrepancies, the electronic version of this brochure prevails. Printed in UAE. 2014-02.

The USA EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program is offered by Arton Advisors, a member of Arton Group. The above timeline is an estimate provided for information purposes only, based on experiences with past clients. Processing times and costs will vary depending on a number of factors. Arton Advisors is not responsible for any changes to the estimations above; we can provide specif ic time and cost estimates on an individual basis. Please refer to our website for the most up-to-date information.

DOWNLOAD AN ELECTRONIC COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT.

For more information, please contact us [email protected] ARTONCAPITAL.COM

ARTON INDEX

Updated yearly, the Arton Index is an overall assessment and comparative benchmark

of the country and its investment program.

48

GLOBAL MOBILITY

16QUALITY OF LIFE

9SIMPLICITY

8SPEED2

COST13

UNITED STATES

EB-5 Immigrant Investor ProgramLOCATION North America

CAPITAL Washington, DC

TIME DIFFERENCEUTC-5

TOTAL AREA9,826,675 km2

AGE DEMOGRAPHICS0-14: 20%, 15-64: 66.2%, 65+: 13.9%

LANGUAGEEnglish 82.1% Spanish 10.7% Other 7.3%

RELIGIONS Roman Catholic: 23.9% Protestant: 51.3% Christian: 4.4% Muslim: 0.6% Other: 19.8%

GOVERNMENT TYPEConstitution-based federal republic, strong democratic tradition

CURRENCYUS dollar (USD)

EXCHANGE RATE1 USD = 0.7838 EUR (2012)

50,700 USDGDP (per capita) GDP (purchasing power parity) 15.94 trillion USD (2012)

316,668,567Population Growth 0.9%

185Visa free countries

STEPS AND TIMELINE

The following table breaks down the U.S. visa application process into eight basic steps. Each step must be completed before continuing to the next.

STEP 1AApplicant selects an investment option and starts application preparation. Advisory and legal fees are due at this stage.

STEP 1BOFAC (Office of Foreign Asset Control) license may be required for some nationalities.

STEP 2Applicant transfers investment and Regional Center fee into a nominated escrow account.

STEP 3Immigrant Petition by an Alien Entrepreneur application (I-526) is lodged with USA National Visa Center (NVC).

STEP 4 Immigrant Petition is approved by U.S. authorities.

STEP 5Visa application (DS-230) is lodged with local U.S. consular mission or embassy. Applicant and family may be subject to biometric tests.

STEP 6Medical and health screening.

STEP 7An interview with the applicant may be requested and conducted. All original documents should be available.

STEP 8Visa is approved and stamped in applicant’s passport. Conditional EB-5 is issued. Applicant and family must enter the U.S. within 180 days.

THE PROCESS

MONTH 1

MONTH 2

MONTHS 10-11

MONTHS 17-18

Arton’s Global Citizen Programs are represented by a network of Certified Partners, who are proud members and supporters

of the Global Citizenship movement.

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Live the American Dream for yourself and move to the U.S., a cultural melting pot with a thriving economy, a wealth of opportunities, and one of the highest standards of living anywhere on the globe.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet all of the following requirements to be eligible for the program:

Be at least 21 years of age;

Show legal source of assets and funds;

Choose from one of the available investment options.

WHY CHOOSE THE U.S.?

Known over the world as the land of opportunity, the United States of America boasts a rich and diverse culture, one of the strongest currencies in the world, and one of the most sought-after passports on the planet. Through the USA EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, applicants can enjoy a host of exclusive benefits including:

No language skills required;

No minimum education required;

No business or management experience required;

Investment capital can come from a gift, inheritance, business ownership or any other lawful activities;

No obligation to live in the area of investment;

The opportunity to live, work and study anywhere in the U.S. and benefit from lower tuition fees;

Inclusion of dependent children under the age of 21.

USA EB-5 IMMIGRANT INVESTOR PROGRAM

USA EB-5 IMMIGRANT INVESTOR PROGRAM

INVESTMENT OPTIONS

Investment options

There are two investment options within the USA EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program:

1. Creation of a new U.S. enterprise

To be eligible for this investment option, the applicant must meet the following criteria:

Make an investment of US$ 1 million in a new commercial enterprise, or US$ 500,000 if that enterprise is in a targeted commercial area, which includes rural areas or areas with unemployment of at least 150 percent that of the national average;

Create full time employment for at least 10 qualified U.S. workers, who must be direct employees of the commercial enterprise;

Actively manage the day-to-day activities and/or policy formulation of the enterprise.

2. Invest in a regional center

Regional centers are investment opportunities that have been pre-approved by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). To be eligible for this investment option, the applicant must meet the following criteria:

Make an investment of US$ 500,000;

The enterprise must create full time employment for at least 10 qualified U.S. workers, where indirect employment is permitted;

Active management of the enterprise is not required.

CITIZENSHIP REQUIREMENTS

If you are a non-conditional Green Card holder for at least five years, you can apply for naturalization if you meet the following requirements:

Be 18 years or older;

Have lived within the state, or USCIS district with jurisdiction over your place of residence, for at least three months prior to the application;

Have continuous residence in the U.S. as a Green Card holder for at least five years immediately preceding the application;

Be physically present in the U.S. for at least 30 months out of the five years (60 months) immediately preceding the application;

Reside continuously within the U.S. from the date of application for naturalization up to the time of naturalization;

Be able to read, write and speak English, and have knowledge and an understanding of U.S. history and government (civics);

Be a person of good moral character, in keeping with the principles of the Constitution of the United States, and well disposed to the good order and happiness of the United States during all relevant periods under the law.

APPLICATION FEES

Advisory and legal fees ..........US$ 15,000

I-526 ...............................................US$ 1,500

DS-230 (per person) ................US$ 405

I-829 ..............................................US$ 3,750

I-829 submission fee ...............US$ 2,500

Biometrics (per person) .........US$ 85

All application fees charged by the U.S. government and by Arton are subject to change. These fees depend on the number of applicants and the complexity of the process. Please contact us if you have any questions or need more information.

DISCLOSURE: The USA EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program has two key requirements: capital investment and job creation. If either one of these requirements is not fulfilled, the investor’s capital (in part or in full) and their immigration status are at risk, therefore there are no guarantees on return of any capital, nor on immigration status.

Becoming a U.S. resident and/or citizen can have an impact on an applicant’s taxable income and assets. As such, before an applicant chooses to invest in the U.S., they should obtain an independent tax assessment. This document is not intended for distribution within an U.S. state nor to any U.S. residents or citizens.

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Live the American Dream for yourself and move to the U.S., a cultural melting pot with a thriving economy, a wealth of opportunities, and one of the highest standards of living anywhere on the globe.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet all of the following requirements to be eligible for the program:

Be at least 21 years of age;

Show legal source of assets and funds;

Choose from one of the available investment options.

WHY CHOOSE THE U.S.?

Known over the world as the land of opportunity, the United States of America boasts a rich and diverse culture, one of the strongest currencies in the world, and one of the most sought-after passports on the planet. Through the USA EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, applicants can enjoy a host of exclusive benefits including:

No language skills required;

No minimum education required;

No business or management experience required;

Investment capital can come from a gift, inheritance, business ownership or any other lawful activities;

No obligation to live in the area of investment;

The opportunity to live, work and study anywhere in the U.S. and benefit from lower tuition fees;

Inclusion of dependent children under the age of 21.

USA EB-5 IMMIGRANT INVESTOR PROGRAM

USA EB-5 IMMIGRANT INVESTOR PROGRAM

INVESTMENT OPTIONS

Investment options

There are two investment options within the USA EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program:

1. Creation of a new U.S. enterprise

To be eligible for this investment option, the applicant must meet the following criteria:

Make an investment of US$ 1 million in a new commercial enterprise, or US$ 500,000 if that enterprise is in a targeted commercial area, which includes rural areas or areas with unemployment of at least 150 percent that of the national average;

Create full time employment for at least 10 qualified U.S. workers, who must be direct employees of the commercial enterprise;

Actively manage the day-to-day activities and/or policy formulation of the enterprise.

2. Invest in a regional center

Regional centers are investment opportunities that have been pre-approved by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). To be eligible for this investment option, the applicant must meet the following criteria:

Make an investment of US$ 500,000;

The enterprise must create full time employment for at least 10 qualified U.S. workers, where indirect employment is permitted;

Active management of the enterprise is not required.

CITIZENSHIP REQUIREMENTS

If you are a non-conditional Green Card holder for at least five years, you can apply for naturalization if you meet the following requirements:

Be 18 years or older;

Have lived within the state, or USCIS district with jurisdiction over your place of residence, for at least three months prior to the application;

Have continuous residence in the U.S. as a Green Card holder for at least five years immediately preceding the application;

Be physically present in the U.S. for at least 30 months out of the five years (60 months) immediately preceding the application;

Reside continuously within the U.S. from the date of application for naturalization up to the time of naturalization;

Be able to read, write and speak English, and have knowledge and an understanding of U.S. history and government (civics);

Be a person of good moral character, in keeping with the principles of the Constitution of the United States, and well disposed to the good order and happiness of the United States during all relevant periods under the law.

APPLICATION FEES

Advisory and legal fees ..........US$ 15,000

I-526 ...............................................US$ 1,500

DS-230 (per person) ................US$ 405

I-829 ..............................................US$ 3,750

I-829 submission fee ...............US$ 2,500

Biometrics (per person) .........US$ 85

All application fees charged by the U.S. government and by Arton are subject to change. These fees depend on the number of applicants and the complexity of the process. Please contact us if you have any questions or need more information.

DISCLOSURE: The USA EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program has two key requirements: capital investment and job creation. If either one of these requirements is not fulfilled, the investor’s capital (in part or in full) and their immigration status are at risk, therefore there are no guarantees on return of any capital, nor on immigration status.

Becoming a U.S. resident and/or citizen can have an impact on an applicant’s taxable income and assets. As such, before an applicant chooses to invest in the U.S., they should obtain an independent tax assessment. This document is not intended for distribution within an U.S. state nor to any U.S. residents or citizens.

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Live the American Dream for yourself and move to the U.S., a cultural melting pot with a thriving economy, a wealth of opportunities, and one of the highest standards of living anywhere on the globe.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet all of the following requirements to be eligible for the program:

Be at least 21 years of age;

Show legal source of assets and funds;

Choose from one of the available investment options.

WHY CHOOSE THE U.S.?

Known over the world as the land of opportunity, the United States of America boasts a rich and diverse culture, one of the strongest currencies in the world, and one of the most sought-after passports on the planet. Through the USA EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, applicants can enjoy a host of exclusive benefits including:

No language skills required;

No minimum education required;

No business or management experience required;

Investment capital can come from a gift, inheritance, business ownership or any other lawful activities;

No obligation to live in the area of investment;

The opportunity to live, work and study anywhere in the U.S. and benefit from lower tuition fees;

Inclusion of dependent children under the age of 21.

USA EB-5 IMMIGRANT INVESTOR PROGRAM

USA EB-5 IMMIGRANT INVESTOR PROGRAM

INVESTMENT OPTIONS

Investment options

There are two investment options within the USA EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program:

1. Creation of a new U.S. enterprise

To be eligible for this investment option, the applicant must meet the following criteria:

Make an investment of US$ 1 million in a new commercial enterprise, or US$ 500,000 if that enterprise is in a targeted commercial area, which includes rural areas or areas with unemployment of at least 150 percent that of the national average;

Create full time employment for at least 10 qualified U.S. workers, who must be direct employees of the commercial enterprise;

Actively manage the day-to-day activities and/or policy formulation of the enterprise.

2. Invest in a regional center

Regional centers are investment opportunities that have been pre-approved by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). To be eligible for this investment option, the applicant must meet the following criteria:

Make an investment of US$ 500,000;

The enterprise must create full time employment for at least 10 qualified U.S. workers, where indirect employment is permitted;

Active management of the enterprise is not required.

CITIZENSHIP REQUIREMENTS

If you are a non-conditional Green Card holder for at least five years, you can apply for naturalization if you meet the following requirements:

Be 18 years or older;

Have lived within the state, or USCIS district with jurisdiction over your place of residence, for at least three months prior to the application;

Have continuous residence in the U.S. as a Green Card holder for at least five years immediately preceding the application;

Be physically present in the U.S. for at least 30 months out of the five years (60 months) immediately preceding the application;

Reside continuously within the U.S. from the date of application for naturalization up to the time of naturalization;

Be able to read, write and speak English, and have knowledge and an understanding of U.S. history and government (civics);

Be a person of good moral character, in keeping with the principles of the Constitution of the United States, and well disposed to the good order and happiness of the United States during all relevant periods under the law.

APPLICATION FEES

Advisory and legal fees ..........US$ 15,000

I-526 ...............................................US$ 1,500

DS-230 (per person) ................US$ 405

I-829 ..............................................US$ 3,750

I-829 submission fee ...............US$ 2,500

Biometrics (per person) .........US$ 85

All application fees charged by the U.S. government and by Arton are subject to change. These fees depend on the number of applicants and the complexity of the process. Please contact us if you have any questions or need more information.

DISCLOSURE: The USA EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program has two key requirements: capital investment and job creation. If either one of these requirements is not fulfilled, the investor’s capital (in part or in full) and their immigration status are at risk, therefore there are no guarantees on return of any capital, nor on immigration status.

Becoming a U.S. resident and/or citizen can have an impact on an applicant’s taxable income and assets. As such, before an applicant chooses to invest in the U.S., they should obtain an independent tax assessment. This document is not intended for distribution within an U.S. state nor to any U.S. residents or citizens.

FOLD

FOLD

Live the American Dream for yourself and move to the U.S., a cultural melting pot with a thriving economy, a wealth of opportunities, and one of the highest standards of living anywhere on the globe.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet all of the following requirements to be eligible for the program:

Be at least 21 years of age;

Show legal source of assets and funds;

Choose from one of the available investment options.

WHY CHOOSE THE U.S.?

Known over the world as the land of opportunity, the United States of America boasts a rich and diverse culture, one of the strongest currencies in the world, and one of the most sought-after passports on the planet. Through the USA EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, applicants can enjoy a host of exclusive benefits including:

No language skills required;

No minimum education required;

No business or management experience required;

Investment capital can come from a gift, inheritance, business ownership or any other lawful activities;

No obligation to live in the area of investment;

The opportunity to live, work and study anywhere in the U.S. and benefit from lower tuition fees;

Inclusion of dependent children under the age of 21.

USA EB-5 IMMIGRANT INVESTOR PROGRAM

USA EB-5 IMMIGRANT INVESTOR PROGRAM

INVESTMENT OPTIONS

Investment options

There are two investment options within the USA EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program:

1. Creation of a new U.S. enterprise

To be eligible for this investment option, the applicant must meet the following criteria:

Make an investment of US$ 1 million in a new commercial enterprise, or US$ 500,000 if that enterprise is in a targeted commercial area, which includes rural areas or areas with unemployment of at least 150 percent that of the national average;

Create full time employment for at least 10 qualified U.S. workers, who must be direct employees of the commercial enterprise;

Actively manage the day-to-day activities and/or policy formulation of the enterprise.

2. Invest in a regional center

Regional centers are investment opportunities that have been pre-approved by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). To be eligible for this investment option, the applicant must meet the following criteria:

Make an investment of US$ 500,000;

The enterprise must create full time employment for at least 10 qualified U.S. workers, where indirect employment is permitted;

Active management of the enterprise is not required.

CITIZENSHIP REQUIREMENTS

If you are a non-conditional Green Card holder for at least five years, you can apply for naturalization if you meet the following requirements:

Be 18 years or older;

Have lived within the state, or USCIS district with jurisdiction over your place of residence, for at least three months prior to the application;

Have continuous residence in the U.S. as a Green Card holder for at least five years immediately preceding the application;

Be physically present in the U.S. for at least 30 months out of the five years (60 months) immediately preceding the application;

Reside continuously within the U.S. from the date of application for naturalization up to the time of naturalization;

Be able to read, write and speak English, and have knowledge and an understanding of U.S. history and government (civics);

Be a person of good moral character, in keeping with the principles of the Constitution of the United States, and well disposed to the good order and happiness of the United States during all relevant periods under the law.

APPLICATION FEES

Advisory and legal fees ..........US$ 15,000

I-526 ...............................................US$ 1,500

DS-230 (per person) ................US$ 405

I-829 ..............................................US$ 3,750

I-829 submission fee ...............US$ 2,500

Biometrics (per person) .........US$ 85

All application fees charged by the U.S. government and by Arton are subject to change. These fees depend on the number of applicants and the complexity of the process. Please contact us if you have any questions or need more information.

DISCLOSURE: The USA EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program has two key requirements: capital investment and job creation. If either one of these requirements is not fulfilled, the investor’s capital (in part or in full) and their immigration status are at risk, therefore there are no guarantees on return of any capital, nor on immigration status.

Becoming a U.S. resident and/or citizen can have an impact on an applicant’s taxable income and assets. As such, before an applicant chooses to invest in the U.S., they should obtain an independent tax assessment. This document is not intended for distribution within an U.S. state nor to any U.S. residents or citizens.

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Live the American Dream for yourself and move to the U.S., a cultural melting pot with a thriving economy, a wealth of opportunities, and one of the highest standards of living anywhere on the globe.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet all of the following requirements to be eligible for the program:

Be at least 21 years of age;

Show legal source of assets and funds;

Choose from one of the available investment options.

WHY CHOOSE THE U.S.?

Known over the world as the land of opportunity, the United States of America boasts a rich and diverse culture, one of the strongest currencies in the world, and one of the most sought-after passports on the planet. Through the USA EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, applicants can enjoy a host of exclusive benefits including:

No language skills required;

No minimum education required;

No business or management experience required;

Investment capital can come from a gift, inheritance, business ownership or any other lawful activities;

No obligation to live in the area of investment;

The opportunity to live, work and study anywhere in the U.S. and benefit from lower tuition fees;

Inclusion of dependent children under the age of 21.

USA EB-5 IMMIGRANT INVESTOR PROGRAM

USA EB-5 IMMIGRANT INVESTOR PROGRAM

INVESTMENT OPTIONS

Investment options

There are two investment options within the USA EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program:

1. Creation of a new U.S. enterprise

To be eligible for this investment option, the applicant must meet the following criteria:

Make an investment of US$ 1 million in a new commercial enterprise, or US$ 500,000 if that enterprise is in a targeted commercial area, which includes rural areas or areas with unemployment of at least 150 percent that of the national average;

Create full time employment for at least 10 qualified U.S. workers, who must be direct employees of the commercial enterprise;

Actively manage the day-to-day activities and/or policy formulation of the enterprise.

2. Invest in a regional center

Regional centers are investment opportunities that have been pre-approved by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). To be eligible for this investment option, the applicant must meet the following criteria:

Make an investment of US$ 500,000;

The enterprise must create full time employment for at least 10 qualified U.S. workers, where indirect employment is permitted;

Active management of the enterprise is not required.

CITIZENSHIP REQUIREMENTS

If you are a non-conditional Green Card holder for at least five years, you can apply for naturalization if you meet the following requirements:

Be 18 years or older;

Have lived within the state, or USCIS district with jurisdiction over your place of residence, for at least three months prior to the application;

Have continuous residence in the U.S. as a Green Card holder for at least five years immediately preceding the application;

Be physically present in the U.S. for at least 30 months out of the five years (60 months) immediately preceding the application;

Reside continuously within the U.S. from the date of application for naturalization up to the time of naturalization;

Be able to read, write and speak English, and have knowledge and an understanding of U.S. history and government (civics);

Be a person of good moral character, in keeping with the principles of the Constitution of the United States, and well disposed to the good order and happiness of the United States during all relevant periods under the law.

APPLICATION FEES

Advisory and legal fees ..........US$ 15,000

I-526 ...............................................US$ 1,500

DS-230 (per person) ................US$ 405

I-829 ..............................................US$ 3,750

I-829 submission fee ...............US$ 2,500

Biometrics (per person) .........US$ 85

All application fees charged by the U.S. government and by Arton are subject to change. These fees depend on the number of applicants and the complexity of the process. Please contact us if you have any questions or need more information.

DISCLOSURE: The USA EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program has two key requirements: capital investment and job creation. If either one of these requirements is not fulfilled, the investor’s capital (in part or in full) and their immigration status are at risk, therefore there are no guarantees on return of any capital, nor on immigration status.

Becoming a U.S. resident and/or citizen can have an impact on an applicant’s taxable income and assets. As such, before an applicant chooses to invest in the U.S., they should obtain an independent tax assessment. This document is not intended for distribution within an U.S. state nor to any U.S. residents or citizens.

Copyright © 2014. Information has been verified at the time of print. In case of

discrepancies, the electronic version of this brochure prevails. Printed in UAE. 2014-02.

The USA EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program is offered by Arton Advisors, a member of Arton Group. The above timeline is an estimate provided for information purposes only, based on experiences with past clients. Processing times and costs will vary depending on a number of factors. Arton Advisors is not responsible for any changes to the estimations above; we can provide specif ic time and cost estimates on an individual basis. Please refer to our website for the most up-to-date information.

DOWNLOAD AN ELECTRONIC COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT.

For more information, please contact us [email protected] ARTONCAPITAL.COM

ARTON INDEX

Updated yearly, the Arton Index is an overall assessment and comparative benchmark

of the country and its investment program.

48

GLOBAL MOBILITY

16QUALITY OF LIFE

9SIMPLICITY

8SPEED2

COST13

UNITED STATES

EB-5 Immigrant Investor ProgramLOCATION North America

CAPITAL Washington, DC

TIME DIFFERENCEUTC-5

TOTAL AREA9,826,675 km2

AGE DEMOGRAPHICS0-14: 20%, 15-64: 66.2%, 65+: 13.9%

LANGUAGEEnglish 82.1% Spanish 10.7% Other 7.3%

RELIGIONS Roman Catholic: 23.9% Protestant: 51.3% Christian: 4.4% Muslim: 0.6% Other: 19.8%

GOVERNMENT TYPEConstitution-based federal republic, strong democratic tradition

CURRENCYUS dollar (USD)

EXCHANGE RATE1 USD = 0.7838 EUR (2012)

50,700 USDGDP (per capita) GDP (purchasing power parity) 15.94 trillion USD (2012)

316,668,567Population Growth 0.9%

185Visa free countries

STEPS AND TIMELINE

The following table breaks down the U.S. visa application process into eight basic steps. Each step must be completed before continuing to the next.

STEP 1AApplicant selects an investment option and starts application preparation. Advisory and legal fees are due at this stage.

STEP 1BOFAC (Office of Foreign Asset Control) license may be required for some nationalities.

STEP 2Applicant transfers investment and Regional Center fee into a nominated escrow account.

STEP 3Immigrant Petition by an Alien Entrepreneur application (I-526) is lodged with USA National Visa Center (NVC).

STEP 4 Immigrant Petition is approved by U.S. authorities.

STEP 5Visa application (DS-230) is lodged with local U.S. consular mission or embassy. Applicant and family may be subject to biometric tests.

STEP 6Medical and health screening.

STEP 7An interview with the applicant may be requested and conducted. All original documents should be available.

STEP 8Visa is approved and stamped in applicant’s passport. Conditional EB-5 is issued. Applicant and family must enter the U.S. within 180 days.

THE PROCESS

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MONTHS 10-11

MONTHS 17-18

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