President Donald Trump officially rolled out the Gold Card visa system on Wednesday, a fast-track option intended to allow preeminent American companies to secure US residency for their valuable foreign employees via a fee.
Trump compared the new program to a Green Card with major benefits, telling executives that the new website was minutes away from accepting applications, where the payment for an individual would be $1 million and for a company to retain talent would be $2 million.
What is Gold Card?
The Gold Card is a new US visa pathway based on an applicant’s ability to deliver substantial benefit to the United States. It comes with a $15,000 processing fee and a $1 million gift after vetting. Successful applicants receive lawful permanent residence under an EB-1 or EB-2 classification.
Cost of Gold Card
- $15,000 DHS processing fee (non-refundable)
- $1 million gift for individuals after background checks
- Extra Department of State fees may apply
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What About Trump Platinum Card?
The Platinum Card — still waitlisted — requires:
$15,000 fee
$5 million contribution
It allows individuals to spend up to 270 days a year in the US without paying tax on foreign income.
Does Trump Gold Card Includes Family Member
Yes. Spouses and unmarried children under 21 may be added to the application. Each requires an additional $15,000 processing fee and $1 million gift.
Application Timeline
Once the processing fee is submitted, the vetting and approval process typically takes weeks. Applicants must attend a visa interview and respond quickly to document requests.
How to Apply for Trump Gold Card
Applications are submitted through the official website: https://trumpcard.gov/
Steps to Follow:
- Choose between Gold Card (individual), Corporate Gold Card, or Platinum waitlist
- Fill in personal information (name, birth details, citizenship, address, family count)
- Create a myUSCIS.gov account when instructed
- Pay the DHS processing fee of $15,375 (including credit-card surcharge)
- Complete the vetting and later wire the $1 million or $2 million gift
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