EB-5 United and 12 Star Capital Partner to Offer US Residency and Investment Opportunities for African, UAE Investors

EB-5 United and 12 Star Capital have announced their partnership in which this alliance merges the extensive expertise of both organisations, offering a gateway to exclusive investment projects through the EB-5 Investor Programme.

By facilitating access to US permanent residency and citizenship, this collaboration promises to deliver robust financial returns and transformative lifestyle benefits, positioning itself as a game-changer for investors in the region, who are looking to diversify their portfolio and benefit from the dollar hedge.

This strategic partnership aims to unlock unparalleled opportunities for UAE and African, particularly Sub-Saharan African, investors.

"By joining forces with 12 Star Capital, we can offer a diverse portfolio of EB-5 projects that promise strong growth potential and meet all EB-5 requirements. We aim to provide investors with the best possible opportunities to achieve their financial and residency goals," said the In-charge of Global Sales at EB-5 United, Brennan Sim.

Director of 12 Star Capital, Stuart Ferguson, added: "This tactical partnership leverages the combined expertise of both entities to unlock new opportunities for investors and allows us to introduce previously unexplored investment avenues that will create a synergy truly greater than the sum of its parts. Our service offering allows families to carve out a new direction for themselves, so they can secure their families’ wealth from generation to generation".

With over a century of combined experience, EB-5 United and 12 Star Capital stand at the forefront of investment innovation. EB-5 United, a leader in the EB-5 investment landscape, has successfully raised over $950 million for various projects, consistently delivering strong growth and meeting all EB-5 requirements. Together, they bring unparalleled value through their deep industry knowledge, strategic foresight, and commitment to maximising investor returns while facilitating a seamless pathway to U.S. residency.

Boasting 15 years’ experience in Citizenship by Investment Programmes, 12 Star Capital have a distinct understanding of the application process and has affiliated with experts in the field of immigration to ensure success is achieved. The company has a strong South African presence that includes a corporate office in Johannesburg.

“We understand the various hurdles that might be encountered and offer global solutions to suit your specific needs with existing partnerships with the likes of established global experts in immigration through property investment and residency including EB-5 United and Lio Global. The destinations we specialize in securing Citizenship by Investment Programmes include the USA, Portugal, Greece, the Caribbean, Mauritius and the United Kingdom,” said Mr Ferguson.

He added: “Our objective is to ensure you experience a streamlined process through the investment programme and to acquire an alternative residency”.

The 12 Star Capital is a member of the Investment Migration Council and Invest in the USA Association (IIUSA) and is a lifetime member of the American Immigrant Investor Alliance (AIIA).

The benefits of the EB-5 programme are substantial. Investors and their immediate family members receive non-restrictive Green Cards, granting them the freedom to live, work, study, or do business anywhere in the United States. After five years, investors are eligible to apply for U.S. citizenship. Furthermore, their children gain access to over 4,000 higher education institutions in the USA, including Ivy League colleges, and the family benefits from high-quality healthcare services and visa-free travel to 160 countries.

Investors can choose from a range of opportunities including Kerzner International’s One&Only Moonlight Basin and The Lakefront Estates & Villas in Florida. The One&Only Moonlight Basin in Big Sky, Montana, is a six-star luxury resort within the Moonlight Basin community. This project features 123 accommodation options, including hotel guest rooms, cabins, and private residences, alongside a world-class spa, ski lodge, and high-speed gondola, located near the prestigious Yellowstone Club. Whereas, the Lakefront Estates & Villas in Okeechobee, Florida, is a master-planned community comprising 1,000 single-family lots, 300 rental units, and 780,000 square feet of commercial space, all developed in three phases and designed to foster a vibrant community lifestyle with numerous amenities.

One of the benefits of investing in the One&Only Moonlight Basin project is that it falls into a rural EB-5 visa category which allows for expedited processing, potentially shortening the time to obtain permanent residency. To qualify, an investor must commit $ 800,000.

The partnership between EB-5 United and 12 Star Capital represents a significant step forward in providing premium investment opportunities under the EB-5 Investor Programme. It’s in light of this partnership that EB-5 and 12 Star Capital will be conducting a joint roadshow within the regions of Dubai (UAE), Lagos (Nigeria) and Nairobi (Kenya) and over October and November to meet up with investors in those regions and help them achieve their financial and residency goals through a portfolio of carefully curated projects supported by a network of industry-leading professionals. Dates for the roadshow are as follows:

For more information on new EB-5 projects available to invest in or to set up personal consultations with the 12 Star Capital team during their roadshow – visit https://12starcapital.com/eb5-road-show/.

Disclaimer: Kindly be advised that the figures provided are estimated based on the prevailing exchange rate at the time of calculation.

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