Can You Apply For US ‘Gold Card’? Know Eligibility Criteria, Benefits As Trump Unveils Website

Last Updated:June 12, 2025, 15:27 IST

A new website was launched for Gold Card, which only allows people to sign up by giving their name, email and region.

Gold Card is said to give holders the right to live in the United States without limits. (Photo Credit: X)

US President Donald Trump has unveiled a new website where immigrants can express their interest in obtaining the “gold card" — a fresh initiative to replace the 35-year-old EB-5 visa programme. Trump’s proposal had earlier sparked skepticism, raising questions about its accessibility and value. The US Gold Card visa, an immigration policy designed to attract wealthy foreign investors, will provide a direct path to permanent residency and citizenship for a substantial fee of $5 million.

A new website called https://trumpcard.gov/ was launched earlier this week. Right now, the site only allows people to sign up by giving their name, email and region. Surprisingly, the card does not offer citizenship directly. However, it’s still not clear what steps buyers will have to follow to become a citizen. Trump himself or Officials from the White House might share more information soon.

Benefits and Eligibility:

Although full details are still emerging, the Trump-backed Gold Card is reportedly set to offer holders the right to reside in the United States without restrictions, similar to a Green Card. It also provides a pathway to U.S. citizenship, though not automatically; applicants will still need to complete the required steps to naturalise.

Unlike the EB-5 visa program, the Gold Card does not require applicants to invest in specific businesses or generate jobs. Instead, this new initiative is tailored for high-net-worth individuals willing to pay $5 million for expedited access to the U.S.

The program differs from traditional visa routes, which typically demand lower investment amounts. Revenue from the Gold Card is expected to bolster the U.S. economy through increased tax contributions, consumer spending, and domestic investments by cardholders.

How to Apply:

Anyone can apply for the Trump Gold Card by following a few simple steps.

1 – On the website, you’ll find a form asking for your details, like name, region, email ID, reason for applying, and whether the request is for you, your spouse, your family or someone else. The website has eight regions to choose from: Europe, Asia (including the Middle East), North America, Oceania, Central America, South America, the Caribbean and Africa.

2 – After filling the form, click on Submit. You will then be taken to a new page.

3 – Check your email for a 6-digit One Time Password (OTP) and enter the code on the website.

4 – Once the OTP is submitted, you’ll get a message saying, “Your Journey Begins. You’ll be the first to hear when access opens." This confirms your registration.

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