They are additional to the program fee and gift. Obtain the approved provider’s price and ask what it includes, what follow-up could be charged separately, and how payment is made. The program’s statement that its processing fee is non-refundable does not establish a private provider’s cancellation or refund terms.
Compare a quoted service with the work actually requested
A quote may cover an initial appointment while another requested service has a separate charge. Ask for the scope in writing before relying on a single total. For an individual principal, the US$1,015,000 program total therefore remains separate from this provider budget, visa fees, travel, and professional advice. Document who is paying each invoice; a corporate sponsor’s promise to cover expenses should be checked against its actual agreement.
Corporate arrangements also have published annual and transfer charges and conditions; private payment handling does not waive them. Only after successful vetting, under verified directions, is the US$1 million individual gift requested. The gift is not EB-5 capital, equity or guaranteed repayment, and a prior visa fee does not establish a Gold Card payment credit. Compare the permanent loss of the gift payment with the distinct risks, obligations, and potential return of other routes.