This is the employment-creation visa, which allows foreigners to gain conditional permanent residence status in the United States to enhance employment opportunities for American workers. Investment minimums vary from $500,000 USD to $1,000,000 USD, depending on the area in which the investment will be made. A condition is placed on the foreign investor for two years, after which the investor may petition for the condition to be removed and to be granted Lawful Permanent Residence.