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EB-5 Visa Florida 2026

Florida is one of the top US states for EB-5 immigrant investor visas, with 24+ active USCIS Regional Centers, a minimum TEA investment of $800,000, and 720 monthly global searches from prospective investors in Miami, Orlando, Tampa, and internationally.

24+
Active Regional Centers
$800K
Minimum TEA Investment
No
State Income Tax
720/mo
Monthly Searches

Why Florida for EB-5?

State-specific advantages for immigrant investors targeting Florida.

1

Miami: Latin American & Brazilian Investor Hub

Miami is the US's primary gateway for Latin American HNWI immigration, including Brazilian, Colombian, Venezuelan, and Argentinian investors. The Miami EB-5 market is particularly active in luxury condo/hotel development in Brickell, Wynwood, and Miami Beach — with multiple active Regional Center projects targeting Brazilian and Latin American capital.

2

Florida Tourism Pipeline = Hotel EB-5 Projects

Florida's $100B+ annual tourism economy drives a consistent pipeline of hotel and resort EB-5 projects in Orlando (theme park corridor), Miami Beach, and the Florida Keys. Hotel projects have historically been one of the strongest job-creation vehicles in EB-5, as tourism employment is well-documented and USCIS-credible.

3

No State Income Tax + Favorable Residency Laws

Florida has no state income tax and favorable domicile laws, making it a top relocation destination for EB-5 investors, particularly Brazilians (already Florida-resident community) and Latin Americans. The combination of climate, no income tax, and large Portuguese/Spanish-speaking communities makes Florida the most popular EB-5 destination for South American investors.

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Florida EB-5 Landscape

TEA Landscape

Florida has high-unemployment TEAs in parts of Miami-Dade (Liberty City, Little Haiti, Overtown), Orlando, and Jacksonville. Rural TEA zones exist in North Florida (Panhandle, Big Bend region) and South Florida agricultural areas. Miami-Dade projects often achieve TEA status via adjacent census tract aggregation.

Attorney Availability

Florida EB-5 attorneys are concentrated in Miami (Brickell, Coral Gables), with secondary clusters in Orlando and Tampa. Miami attorneys frequently work with Brazilian, Venezuelan, Colombian, and Argentinian investor clients and often have Portuguese and Spanish language capability. The Florida Bar has an active immigration law section.

Common Project Types

Luxury hotel/condo (Miami Beach, Brickell)Theme park/hospitality (Orlando)Multifamily residential (Tampa, Jacksonville)Mixed-use (Wynwood, Miami Design District)Marina/waterfront (Fort Lauderdale)

Major Investor Cities

MiamiOrlandoTampaFort LauderdaleJacksonville

Frequently Asked Questions

Florida-specific questions from EB-5 investors.

What is the minimum EB-5 investment for a Florida project?
The minimum EB-5 investment for a Florida TEA project is $800,000 — applicable to high-unemployment urban census tracts in Miami, Orlando, and Jacksonville, as well as rural North Florida locations. Non-TEA Florida projects require $1,050,000. Most marketed Florida EB-5 projects are in TEA-qualified zones.
Is Miami a good location for EB-5 investment?
Miami hosts more active EB-5 projects than any other Florida city, particularly in luxury hotel, condo, and mixed-use development in Brickell, Miami Beach, and Wynwood. Miami is also the top choice for Brazilian and Latin American EB-5 investors due to its large Portuguese/Spanish-speaking community, no state income tax, and direct flights to São Paulo and Bogotá.
Are there hotel EB-5 projects in Orlando?
Yes. Orlando is one of the most active hotel EB-5 markets in the US, driven by the theme park tourism economy. International Drive, Lake Buena Vista, and Kissimmee corridors have historically hosted multiple simultaneous EB-5 hotel projects. Tourism-driven job creation is well-established in USCIS review for Orlando projects.
Is Florida a good state for Brazilian EB-5 investors?
Florida — particularly Miami — is the most popular US destination for Brazilian EB-5 investors. Reasons include: the large established Brazilian community in South Florida, no state income tax, Portuguese language availability among Florida attorneys and RC staff, direct flights from Guarulhos (GRU) to Miami International, and an active luxury real estate EB-5 market.
Does Florida no state income tax benefit EB-5 investors?
Yes. Florida has no state income tax, making it one of the most tax-efficient US states for EB-5 investors who plan to establish US domicile during their conditional green card period. Combined with no inheritance tax and favorable asset protection laws, Florida is consistently rated the top US domicile for international HNWI investors.

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Related EB-5 Guides

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Due-diligence checklist for evaluating Regional Center projects before you commit.
EB-5 Guide
EB-5 Targeted Employment Area Guide
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Nothing on this page constitutes investment or legal advice. EB-5 involves substantial risk, including the risk of total loss of capital and denial of immigration benefits. Consult a licensed immigration attorney and a qualified financial advisor before making any EB-5 investment decision. Regional Center counts and TEA designations are subject to change; verify current status on the official USCIS website.