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Trump Administration Introduces "Gold Card" Visa Program Favoring High-Net-Worth Entrepreneurs

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The Trump Administration has introduced a new visa program, dubbed the "Gold Card," aimed at attracting high-net-worth entrepreneurs and investors to the United States. According to the executive order signed by President Donald Trump, the program will provide expedited entry for individuals who make a significant financial contribution to the US, with a minimum gift of $1 million for individuals and $2 million for corporations. The program is designed to promote commerce and American industry, with the Department of Commerce overseeing the initiative.

The Gold Card program will allow eligible individuals to establish eligibility for an immigrant visa using an expedited process, with the gift amount considered as evidence of exceptional business ability and national benefit. The program will be implemented within 90 days, with the Secretary of Commerce, the Secretary of State, and the Secretary of Homeland Security taking necessary steps to establish the program's framework. The Secretary of Commerce will deposit the contributed gifts in a separate fund to promote commerce and American industry.

Key Takeaways:

  • The "Gold Card" visa program is designed to attract high-net-worth entrepreneurs and investors to the United States, prioritizing the admission of aliens who will benefit the Nation.
  • The minimum gift requirement for individuals is $1 million, while corporations must contribute at least $2 million to qualify for the program.
  • The program will expedite the entry process for eligible individuals, with the gift amount considered as evidence of exceptional business ability and national benefit.
  • The Department of Commerce will oversee the initiative, depositing the contributed gifts in a separate fund to promote commerce and American industry.
  • The program will be implemented within 90 days, with the Secretary of Commerce, the Secretary of State, and the Secretary of Homeland Security taking necessary steps to establish the program's framework.
  • The transferee of a Gold Card holder will be subject to the same processing procedures as an original visa applicant, including screening for public safety and national security.
  • Administrative fees will be established to cover the cost of expedited processing, as well as maintenance and transfer fees for corporations sponsoring individuals under the program.

Statistics:

  • The minimum gift amount for individuals is $1 million.
  • Corporations must contribute at least $2 million to qualify for the program.
  • The program will expedite the entry process for eligible individuals, with a targeted implementation timeline of 90 days.
  • Administrative fees will be established to cover the cost of expedited processing.
  • Maintenance and transfer fees will be established for corporations sponsoring individuals under the program.

Sources:

  • White House, Executive Order: Establishing a National Immigration Philosophy and Prioritizing the Admission of Aliens Who Will Benefit the Nation, September 19, 2025.

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