Trump’s $5 Million ‘Gold Card’ Visa – What It Means for Aspiring U.S. Investors

With President Trump’s recent announcement of a proposed $5 million "Gold Card" visa, the urgency for investors to act on EB-5 has never been greater. The EB-5 program remains authorized until September 30, 2027, with a grandfathering deadline of September 30, 2026, allowing those who invest before this date to lock in current regulations and avoid potential cost increases.

If the Gold Card visa replaces EB-5, investors will need to invest six times more than they do now—an astronomical leap from $800,000 to $5 million. With uncertainties surrounding future U.S. immigration policies, this blog provides an in-depth look at the proposed visa, its impact on EB-5, and why high-net-worth investors need to act before it’s too late.