In February 2025, President Donald Trump introduced a measure that has caused significant international buzz: the Gold Card or "tarjeta dorada." This initiative, which is designed to transform U.S. immigration policy, has been promoted as a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs and global investors.
Through this program, Trump seeks to attract foreign capital and, at the same time, ease the country's fiscal deficit. Here, we tell you everything you need to know about this new "Trump Card" and how you can sign up.
What is the Gold Card promoted by Donald Trump?
The Gold Card is an investment immigration program, similar to the EB5 visa system that has allowed foreign investors to access permanent residency in the United States. Unlike the EB5 visas, which require between $800,000 and $1.05 million, the Gold Card requires $5 million.
Trump has indicated that this mechanism will gradually replace the EB5 program. It is intended to attract the "best profiles in the world": entrepreneurs, executives, and professionals willing to invest in the U.S. economy.
According to the government, this model is aimed at easing the fiscal deficit and generating a positive impact on the country's finances. Card beneficiaries will be able to live and work legally in the United States and eventually apply for citizenship.
How to sign up for the Gold Card waitlist?
Registration for the Gold Card is open and can be completed online through a form on the official government website. In the form, applicants must provide basic information such as their name, country of origin, and email address. In addition, there is an option to indicate whether the application is personal or business-related, and it can be processed for spouses or family members.
Once the application is registered, users will receive an email notification when the selection process is officially enabled. Although no dates have been announced, Trump has stated that more than 15,000 people are already on the waitlist. The president highlighted the high global interest and claimed that the program could generate up to $75 billion in direct revenue for the United States.
Benefits of the Gold Card
The Gold Card offers benefits similar to those of a permanent resident, without the need for a work visa or family reunification. Cardholders will be able to live and work in the United States legally, and will only pay taxes on income caused in the country.
This tax aspect attracts entrepreneurs, since they will only be taxed on earnings in the U.S., without declaring foreign income.
In addition, since the program is administered by the Executive Branch, it doesn't require Congressional approval for implementation. This gives the president more direct control, ensuring, according to Trump, that the Gold Card is a fast track to obtaining residency.