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TP-Link Founder Jeffrey Chao Applies for US Residency Through Investment Visa Program

artist · 2026-03-20

Jeffrey Chao, founder and CEO of TP-Link Systems, has submitted an application for permanent residency in the United States through the EB-5 investment visa program. The California-based router manufacturer is currently under review by federal authorities regarding national security concerns. Chao's application requires a minimum investment of one million dollars. The company informed government agencies examining its activities about this visa pursuit.

Key facts

  • Jeffrey Chao is founder and CEO of TP-Link Systems
  • TP-Link Systems is a router manufacturer based in California
  • Chao has applied for US permanent residency through EB-5 investment visa program
  • The application requires a minimum $1 million investment
  • TP-Link is undergoing federal national security reviews

Entities

Institutions

  • TP-Link Systems

Locations

  • California
  • United States

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