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United States President Donald Trump has launched the “Gold Card” visa, a new immigration pathway allowing foreigners to pay $1 million to expedite their U.S. visa application or have companies pay $2 million to sponsor a foreign worker.
The launch was announced on Wednesday via a Truth Social post alongside a website where those interested can apply.
While speaking on the launch at the White House, President Trump called the initiative “very exciting, for me and for the country”.
Applicants are to pay a non-refundable $15,000 processing fee to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), after which a background approval and a subsequent payment of $1 million must be made to receive US residency in “record time”.
The website said, “Additional small fees to the U.S. Department of State may apply depending on the applicant.”
The site also stated that the process will take “weeks” and includes an interview, with applicants required to submit additional documents as requested.
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Depending on the applicant, additional State Department fees may apply.
Furthermore, the site previews a forthcoming “Trump Platinum Card”, which, for $5 million, would allow eligible foreign nationals to spend up to 270 days in the United States without being subject to U.S. taxes on non-U.S. income.
Those interested can be part of a waiting list and pay a $15,000 DHS processing fee when the programme launches.
“Foreign nationals can sign up now and secure their places on the waiting list for the Trump Platinum Card.
“When launched, and upon receipt of a $15,000 DHS processing fee and $5 million contribution, they will have the ability to spend up to 270 days in the United States without being subject to U.S. taxes on non-U.S. income,” the site said.
