how long does a us visa take to be approved

Short answer

EB-5 Investor Visa applications typically take 12 to 24 months for approval after submission. The application fee is $3,000 for the I-526 petition, plus a minimum investment of $900,000 or $1.8 million depending on the project location. Additional fees may apply for consular processing. Verify current rules on official government or embassy sites as requirements may change.