"In September 2025, the Trump administration unveiled a bold and controversial proposal to create a new pathway to U.S. permanent residency-one that centers not on skills or jobs created, but on wealth. The initiative, known as the "Trump Gold Card," aims to offer foreign nationals the opportunity to obtain a green card in exchange for a $1 million "gift" to the U.S. government. If the gift comes from a sponsoring business entity, the amount rises to $2 million."
"The Gold Card is not a new visa category in name, but rather a new immigration pathway proposed through an executive order signed on September 19, 2025. According to the White House, the program would allow eligible foreign nationals to receive an immigrant visa-commonly known as a green card-after making a voluntary, unrestricted contribution of $1 million to the federal government. When the contribution is made on the applicant's behalf by a corporation, the amount must be $2 million."
The Gold Card would allow eligible foreign nationals to obtain an immigrant visa (green card) after making a voluntary, unrestricted contribution of $1 million to the federal government, or $2 million if provided by a corporation. The contribution is characterized as a "gift" and the funds would be directed to a dedicated government fund to promote U.S. commerce, infrastructure, and development. Recipients would receive expedited processing compared with traditional employment-based and investment immigration routes. The program is being implemented by executive order rather than through creation of a new statutory visa category, raising legal sensitivity and questions about fairness and feasibility.
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