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WY · Predominantly Rural TEA — most of Wyoming qualifies

EB-5 Visa Wyoming 2026

Wyoming is one of the top US states for EB-5 immigrant investor visas, with 2+ active USCIS Regional Centers, a minimum TEA investment of $800,000, and 60 monthly global searches from prospective investors in Cheyenne, Casper, Laramie, and internationally.

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Active Regional Centers
$800K
Minimum TEA Investment
60/mo
Monthly Searches
No
Income, Estate or Inheritance Tax

Why Wyoming for EB-5?

State-specific advantages for immigrant investors targeting Wyoming.

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No State Income Tax & No Estate or Inheritance Tax

Wyoming has no state income tax, no state estate tax, and no state inheritance tax — one of the most favorable tax jurisdictions in the United States. Wyoming is a popular domicile for HNWI investors and family offices. For EB-5 investors planning US permanent residency, Wyoming offers exceptional wealth preservation advantages.

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Yellowstone & Grand Teton Adjacent Tourism

Wyoming is home to Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park — two of the most visited US national parks. The tourism economy in Jackson Hole, Cody, and gateway communities drives hotel, lodge, and resort development with strong tourism job creation documentation for USCIS review.

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Extensive Rural TEA Across Most of Wyoming

Most of Wyoming qualifies as rural under USCIS criteria. Wyoming EB-5 investors have broad access to the 20% rural set-aside, enabling concurrent filing of I-526E and I-485 for all nationalities — including Chinese and Indian investors with decade-long backlogs.

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Wyoming EB-5 Landscape

TEA Landscape

Wyoming's rural TEA coverage is nearly statewide — most of Wyoming qualifies as rural or has sufficiently low population density to meet USCIS rural criteria. The 2022 Reform Act's rural set-aside applies broadly across Wyoming.

Attorney Availability

EB-5-specialized immigration attorneys in Wyoming are primarily in Cheyenne and Casper. Many Wyoming EB-5 investors work with attorneys based in Denver CO. Wyoming's trust and asset protection law community is nationally prominent and complementary to EB-5 wealth planning.

Common Project Types

Resort/hospitality (Jackson Hole, Cody)National Park gateway developmentEnergy infrastructure (Powder River Basin)Ranch & agricultural infrastructure (rural WY)Multifamily residential (Cheyenne, Casper)

Major Investor Cities

CheyenneCasperLaramieGilletteRock Springs

Frequently Asked Questions

Wyoming-specific questions from EB-5 investors.

What is the minimum EB-5 investment in Wyoming?
The minimum EB-5 investment in Wyoming is $800,000 for TEA-qualified projects. Most of Wyoming qualifies as rural TEA, so this threshold applies to nearly any WY project. Non-TEA projects require $1,050,000.
Does Wyoming have income or estate taxes?
Wyoming has no state income tax, no state estate tax, and no state inheritance tax — making it one of the best US tax domiciles for HNWI investors establishing permanent residency through EB-5. Wyoming is popular for family office formation and trust siting.
Can Wyoming EB-5 investors file concurrently?
Yes. Because most of Wyoming qualifies as rural TEA, Wyoming EB-5 investments can access the rural set-aside. This enables concurrent filing of I-526E and I-485 for all nationalities — a major benefit for Chinese and Indian investors.
Are there EB-5 projects near Yellowstone or Jackson Hole?
Yes. Wyoming's national park tourism economy drives resort, hotel, and hospitality development in Jackson Hole, Cody, and gateway communities. Tourism-driven job creation is well-established for USCIS documentation purposes.
How many Regional Centers operate in Wyoming?
Wyoming has approximately 2 USCIS-designated Regional Centers as of 2024. Some Wyoming investors also work with regional centers based in Denver CO or Salt Lake City UT. Always verify current active RC status on the USCIS website.

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Related EB-5 Guides

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How to Choose an EB-5 Project
Due-diligence checklist for evaluating Regional Center projects before you commit.
EB-5 Guide
EB-5 Targeted Employment Area Guide
How TEA status works post-Reform Act and why it matters for the $800K threshold.

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.