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The administration of former President Donald Trump is considering a major change in the U.S. investment immigration policy. The EB-5 program, a popular pathway for investors to obtain a green card, may soon be abolished and replaced by a $5 million ‘gold card’. This has raised concerns among investors, as a more affordable and accessible option like EB-5 may no longer be available.
So what is the ‘gold card’? Who qualifies for it? And how will this impact Vietnamese investors seeking U.S. residency?
$5 Million Gold Card – A New Pathway to U.S. Citizenship?
According to Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick, the EB-5 program has faced numerous issues, including fraud, misuse, and significant application backlogs. As a result, the Trump administration is considering replacing it with the ‘gold card’, which has a simpler criterion: Investing $5 million into the U.S. economy grants investors permanent residency and a faster route to U.S. citizenship.
Key Differences Between EB-5 and the ‘Gold Card’
| Feature | EB-5 | $5 Million Gold Card |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Investment | $800,000 – $1,050,000 | $5,000,000 |
| Benefits | Green card, job creation requirement | Faster residency and citizenship |
| Processing Time | 3-5 years (or longer due to backlog) | Expected to be faster (no official regulation yet) |
| Target Audience | Mid-level investors, entrepreneurs | Ultra-high-net-worth individuals, global elites |
A particularly controversial aspect is that the Trump administration does not rule out the participation of Russian oligarchs and other wealthy foreign nationals, raising concerns about the transparency of “selling” U.S. citizenship.
EB-5 At Risk of Being Eliminated – Investors Must Act Now
The EB-5 program remains the most cost-effective route for Vietnamese investors to gain U.S. residency at a significantly lower cost than the $5 million ‘gold card’. However, with tightening immigration policies, EB-5 may be completely abolished if the ‘gold card’ is approved.
If you are considering an EB-5 investment, act now before the policy changes.
Why Investing in EB-5 Now is a Smart Move
- Time is running out. If EB-5 is replaced, investors will no longer have the opportunity to obtain a U.S. green card for just $800,000.
- Save over $4 million compared to the ‘gold card’. If the ‘gold card’ becomes the only option, investors will need to spend at least $5 million – a significantly higher amount than EB-5.
- Secure a green card and long-term U.S. residency. EB-5 remains the best pathway for families to live, study, and work in the U.S. without worrying about visa renewals.
Conclusion: U.S. Immigration is Getting Harder – Act Now if You Want EB-5
The Trump administration is proposing a major shift in U.S. immigration policy. If the ‘gold card’ officially replaces EB-5, investment requirements will skyrocket, making the dream of U.S. residency far more expensive and inaccessible.
Are you considering an EB-5 investment? This may be your last chance before the program is canceled.
Contact us now for a detailed consultation on the EB-5 investment pathway and to finalize your application before it’s too late.
