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The Trump Gold Card is a newly launched immigration pathway promoted on the official U.S. government website TrumpCard.gov. Designed to offer a fast-track route to U.S. lawful permanent residency (a green card) for wealthy foreign nationals. 

What Is the Trump Gold Card?

According to the official site, the Trump Gold Card is an immigration visa program that allows eligible foreign nationals to receive U.S. residency more quickly than traditional processes — by paying a nonrefundable processing fee and making a substantial financial contribution to the U.S. Treasury. 

The program is described as opening a direct path to U.S. residency, with applicants ultimately receiving lawful permanent resident status (connected  to an EB-1/EB-2 visa) after approval. 

Cost and Fees

Here’s a breakdown of the financial requirements:

Individual Trump Gold Card

• $15,000 – Nonrefundable U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) processing fee.
• $1 million – Required “gift” contribution to the United States after vetting.      

Trump Corporate Gold Card

• $15,000 per employee – DHS fee.
• $2 million per employee – Corporate gift to the United States.
  This corporate option allows companies to sponsor key foreign talent. 
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How It Works

The application process is straightforward in three main steps:

1. Submit Your Application – Begin the process on TrumpCard.gov and pay the $15,000      processing fee. 
2. Background Vetting – U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) conducts      in-depth security and admissibility checks. 
3. Approval & Contribution – If vetted, the applicant is instructed to submit the      required contribution ($1M or $2M) and, after issuance, uses the Gold Card      throughout the U.S. 

Once approved, holders enjoy the rights and privileges of lawful permanent residents, including eligibility for naturalization after meeting standard residency requirements. 

Can Your Family Join You?

Yes. The program allows applicants to include a spouse and unmarried children under age 21. Each family member must pay their own processing fee and contribution. 

Visa Classification and Legal Notes

Once granted, the Gold Card results in lawful permanent residence through immigration categories like EB-1 or EB-2, as determined by USCIS based on availability. 

However, note that the legal foundation and long-term role of the program — relative to existing immigration law — remains subject to debate and could face legal scrutiny as implementation evolves. 

Final Takeaway

The Trump Gold Card represents an unprecedented — and controversial — immigration pathway that aims to accelerate U.S. permanent residency for wealthy investors and corporate talent. With clear financial thresholds and structured application steps listed on TrumpCard.gov, it’s a high-stakes option for global applicants seeking to make the U.S. their home.