Trump’s Gold card program: who qualifies and how applicants benefit

Washington, D.C.: President Donald Trump has officially launched the Trump Gold Card, a new visa program designed to attract global investors and top talent to the United States. With fast-tracked processing and exclusive benefits, the program aims to modernise the EB-5 system and generate billions for the U.S. economy.

Benefits of the Trump Gold Card

The Gold Card offers a range of advantages for eligible investors and their families:

Legal Permanent Residency comparable to EB‑1 or EB‑2 visas

Expedited processing compared to traditional visa pathways

Inclusion of family members — spouses and children under 21 can also qualify

Potential pathway to U.S. citizenship

Opportunity to invest directly in the U.S. economy

How to apply

Prospective applicants can follow these steps:

Visit the official website: trumpcard.gov

Choose the type of card: Individual, Corporate, or Platinum Waitlist

Fill in personal or corporate details

Create myUSCIS.gov account for updates

Pay the $15,000 non-refundable processing fee

Complete vetting by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

Upon approval, pay the $1 million (individual) or $2 million (corporate) investment

Payment Methods: Credit card, ACH debit (U.S. accounts), or SWIFT wire transfer (international)

Who can apply

Individuals: Must be admissible and eligible for lawful permanent residency

Corporations: Can sponsor foreign-born employees

Family Members: Spouses and unmarried children under 21 are eligible, with additional fees

Fees and investment requirements

Processing fee: $15,000 per applicant or corporate sponsor

Investment (“gift”): $1 million for individuals, $2 million per employee for corporations

Additional fees: Visa-related charges and medical exams