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RC NewsMay 19, 2026ยท 2 min read

New EB-5 Regional Center Designations: USCIS Approves New Centers in Q1 2026

USCIS has approved new regional center designations in Q1 2026 under the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act, expanding the pool of USCIS-authorized investment vehicles available to EB-5 investors.

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New EB-5 Regional Center Designations: USCIS Approves New Centers in Q1 2026

New EB-5 Regional Center Designations in Q1 2026

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has designated new Regional Centers under the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program in Q1 2026, continuing its review of I-956 applications under the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act.

What This Means for Investors

New regional center designations expand the universe of USCIS-authorized programs available to prospective EB-5 investors. USCIS designation alone does not constitute an endorsement of any specific fund or investment offering.

Investors should conduct comprehensive due diligence on any regional center program. For a complete evaluation guide, see How to Choose an EB-5 Investment Project โ†’.

Browse Active Regional Centers

EB5Visa.io maintains a verified directory of all 560+ USCIS-designated regional centers. Search regional centers โ†’ by state, project type, and investment size.

For a foundational understanding of how regional centers work, see the Beginner Guide to EB-5 Regional Centers โ†’.

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This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment or legal advice.

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