What if I want to manage my own business?

For those individuals who still desire to manage their own business there are several other options to choose from.  The L-1 Visa (Non-Immigrant Intra-Company Transferee), the E-2 Visa (Non-Immigrant Treaty Investor) or the EB-5 Alien Entrepreneur Investment (which requires an investment of USD$1,000,000) are often considered the best alternative options to consider.  However if the goal is to have a lawful permanent resident status and to not be required to actively manage the daily running of a business, which is typically a lower risk, less expensive and more convenient option to take advantage of,  then the structured investment program offered by the EB-5 Regional Center (Pilot) Program would often be the best available option.