Summary
A former official from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has shared guidance on applying for President Donald Trump's new "Gold Card" visa program. This program offers foreign nationals a quicker path to U.S. residency for a $1 million contribution, after paying a processing fee and passing background checks.
Key Facts
- The "Gold Card" visa program was introduced by an executive order from President Donald Trump.
- Applicants need to contribute $1 million and pay a $15,000 processing fee for a faster route to residency.
- Morgan Bailey, former U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services deputy chief of staff, advises applicants to prepare financial and immigration documents.
- The U.S. State Department and Department of Homeland Security will vet applicants.
- There's a separate "Trump Platinum Card" available for a $5 million contribution, allowing longer stays without U.S. taxes on foreign income.
- The Gold Card could replace some existing visa categories like EB-1 and EB-2, which are for individuals with exceptional abilities.
- Legal experts are questioning the legality and potential impacts of this program.
