I have been visiting the United States regularly for over five years as a business owner from Nigeria, always respecting the rules and maintaining lawful visits. Now, I am considering buying a house to have a property of my own when I come. I want to understand if owning property affects my immigration status or future visa applications. Are there any legal considerations I should know before purchasing?

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Lalita Chakraborty · Accepted Answer

Owning property in the U.S. does not automatically grant you immigration status.

Nkosinathi Ndlovu · Answer

Buying a house is considered a personal investment and does not change your visa obligations. You must continue to comply with all entry and exit rules tied to your visa type. Property ownership cannot be used to claim permanent residency on its own. Consult an immigration attorney if you plan to stay long-term or explore investment-based visas like the EB-5.

Mahboubeh Mahboubeh · Answer

Ensure all property transactions are legal and properly documented to avoid complications with immigration authorities.

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