Trump’s $1 Million ‘Gold Card’ Visa Sparks Debate
The United States has rolled out a brand-new visa program, and it’s already making waves across the world. The initiative is being branded as the “Trump Gold Card,” and the price tag is nothing short of staggering. For $1 million, wealthy foreign nationals can now secure American residency. The launch was presented by Donald Trump himself, alongside Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, and it was framed as a bold move to bring in foreign investment and create jobs on U.S. soil.
But that’s not all. A second tier, called the “Platinum Card,” is on the way, and it raises the stakes even higher. With a $5 million cost, this version doesn’t just grant residency — it offers an unusual perk. Holders will be able to spend up to 270 days a year in the United States while avoiding U.S. taxes on their non-U.S. income. For high-net-worth individuals, that kind of flexibility could be a major attraction.
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Corporate pathways are also being introduced. Under the “Trump Corporate Gold Card,” businesses can invest $2 million and secure U.S. residency for certain employees. The program even allows companies to transfer the benefit between workers, as long as vetting is cleared and a transfer fee is paid. On top of that, a small annual maintenance fee will be required, making this initiative feel less like a traditional visa program and more like a luxury membership model.
The timing of this scheme is significant. While residency for the wealthy is being made easier, Trump has been pushing a much tougher stance on other parts of the immigration system. His administration is simultaneously overhauling the H-1B visa process, raising the application fee to a jaw-dropping $100,000. That move is widely viewed as a deterrent to tech firms and other employers who rely heavily on foreign talent. In other words, while low- and middle-income pathways are being tightened, high-income opportunities are being opened — at a steep price.
The sales pitch behind the Gold and Platinum Cards is that they will bring billions in foreign investment, help reduce the federal deficit, and expand job opportunities within the United States. Trump has even projected that up to one million people might purchase these cards. However, immigration experts have expressed skepticism. The pool of individuals or corporations willing — and able — to pay sums as high as $1 million or $5 million is likely much smaller than the projections suggest.
Still, the program is symbolic of Trump’s broader philosophy on immigration: fewer openings for the undocumented and for skilled workers coming through traditional routes, but brand-new golden gates for the ultra-wealthy. It is a vision that ties financial clout directly to residency rights, and whether this gamble pays off for the U.S. economy remains to be seen. What’s clear is that the “Trump Gold Card” has added a new layer to the global conversation on immigration, wealth, and access to the American dream.
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