Material Change Policy

The Material Change Policy refers to USCIS regulations that require consistency between the information submitted in an EB-5 petition and the actual execution of the investment project. If significant changes occur after filing—such as changes in business structure, job creation model, project scope, or investment terms—the original petition may no longer remain valid.

This rule is designed to ensure that USCIS adjudicates petitions based on accurate and stable project information. Investors may be required to refile if material changes occur before approval, making due diligence and project stability extremely important in EB-5 planning.