The rise in anti-immigration rhetoric in the United States, particularly within the political landscape, is driving a surge of Brazilian investors toward the EB-5 visa program. This increased demand is largely fueled by the September 2026 deadline tied to the grandfathering clause, which ensures that applications submitted by then will be processed under current rules. As uncertainty around future immigration policies grows, investors are moving quickly to secure regulatory predictability and mitigate the risk of potential changes, including higher investment thresholds and stricter eligibility requirements.
According to Marcelo Gorenstein, this trend reflects a more sophisticated investor mindset. He explains that Brazilian investors increasingly view the EB-5 not only as a pathway to US residency, but as a structured strategy that combines US dollar allocation, access to high-quality EB-5 projects, and immigration benefits for their families. He also emphasizes that the program’s attractiveness remains strong regardless of the political environment, given its fundamental role in financing the US economy.
