Trump Gold & Platinum Cards Explained: Fees, Eligibility, How to Apply

Donald Trump’s new visa-linked cards offer wealthy individuals a fast-track path to U.S. permanent residency, with costs ranging from $1 million to $5 million depending on the category.

What Are Trump Gold & Platinum Cards

• The Gold Card offers a route for wealthy individuals (and certain corporate-sponsored foreign employees) to get expedited U.S. permanent residency under a new scheme.
• The Platinum Card — a premium variant — promises added benefits, including extended stay privileges and favorable tax treatment on non-U.S. income, though full rollout details are pending.

Costs & Fees

• Individual Gold Card: $15,000 processing fee + $1,000,000 contribution.
• Corporate-sponsored Gold Card: $15,000 processing fee + $2,000,000 per nominee.
• Platinum Card (pending): $15,000 processing fee + $5,000,000 contribution.

Eligibility

• Must meet lawful permanent resident criteria, including background and health checks.
• Corporate-sponsored applicants require company sponsorship and contributions per employee.
• Family members (spouse, unmarried children under 21) can be included.

Benefits

• Gold Card holders gain permanent resident status (similar to EB‑1/EB‑2 visa categories).
• Platinum Card holders may enjoy extended stay privileges (up to 270 days/year) and potential favorable tax treatment.
• Corporate Gold Card allows employers to sponsor foreign talent.

Considerations

• Paying fees doesn’t guarantee immediate approval due to visa quotas and background checks.
• Platinum Card details are provisional; final benefits and timeline may change.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official application portal when open.
2. Select category (Individual Gold, Corporate Gold, or Platinum).
3. Fill personal or corporate/employee info.
4. Pay $15,000 processing fee.
5. Undergo background and visa checks.
6. Make the required contribution if approved.
7. Attend visa interview and complete additional formalities.