The Trump Gold Card Immigration Program has made significant progress. From the formal signing of the executive order to the expedited approval of core forms, all procedures are advancing according to plan.
According to the executive order signed by Donald Trump on September 19, 2025, the Department of Commerce, the Department of State, and the Department of Homeland Security must complete the implementation rules within 90 days, with the final deadline set for December 28, 2025.
In this context, the Gold Card Program recently welcomed the latest news:
• On November 18, 2025, the Gold Card application form (I-140G Draft) was submitted for approval to OMB (Office of Management and Budget).
• On November 19, 2025, the I-140G received expedited approval and is set to be released soon.
• On November 20, 2025, the Gold Card visa application form DS-260G was submitted for OMB approval and has received expedited approval.
This series of actions indicates that the Gold Card Immigration Program has entered the final sprint stage for formal implementation, with the hope of launching the implementation rules by the original plan of December 28, 2025, marking the transition of the program from policy conception to actual execution.
Interpretation of the Core Rules of the “Trump Gold Card”
The newly disclosed I-140G form and filling guide first reveal the key operational requirements of the Gold Card system, covering application pathways, donation amounts, source of funds review, and asset disclosure.
1. Clear application pathways
The Gold Card is not a newly established independent visa category, but rather allows applicants to submit their applications under the EB-1 or EB-2 (including NIW) framework through a donation mechanism as “qualifying evidence.”
Applicants may choose EB-1A (Extraordinary Ability) or EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver), in which case they must also submit ETA-9089 form if choosing NIW.
2. Donation amount standards
• Individual applications (including spouses and children): The main applicant donates $1 million, with the family able to file jointly.
• Corporate applications on behalf of the applicant: The main applicant donates $2 million, with an additional $1 million for each spouse and child.
The I-140G form explicitly states: “the required gift is separate from the required fee,” indicating that the donation amount is entirely independent of the application fee. Additionally, a $15,000 application fee must be paid.
3. Source and pathway disclosure requirements
The Gold Card program requires a review of the legitimacy of the source of funds. Applicants must provide source documents related to the donation funds and complete remittance path records, demonstrating that all donated funds are legal and transparent.
Individual applicants must accurately disclose their financial status, including all domestic and foreign financial accounts as well as cryptocurrency accounts. It is noteworthy that this is the first time the U.S. immigration system has included cryptocurrency assets in the source of funds review.
4. Gold Card quotas
The government plans to issue 80,000 Gold Cards, but based on the application approval information for the I-140G form, the estimated annual applications for Gold Cards are 1,000.
Additionally, Gold Card applications cannot waive the priority dates, and once approved, applicants must adhere to the priority dates outlined in the U.S. State Department's Visa Bulletin, sharing quotas with EB-1/EB-2.
Advice: Investors should prepare early to seize the window of opportunity
The Gold Card immigration program is still in the implementation stage; more details will be continually monitored by WorldWay, and any new updates will be shared promptly.
At this critical juncture, interested families should initiate preparation in advance, including clarifying asset structures, improving source of funds documentation, and being well-prepared for the formal implementation of policies.
Simultaneously, it is important to emphasize that within the overall planning of U.S. immigration, EB-5 remains the most stable, mature, and predictable path for investment immigration. The Gold Card immigration channel does not conflict with EB-5 and can be prepared in parallel based on family needs and timelines.
Whether for the Gold Card immigration project or EB-5 immigration, both paths have consistent requirements for the integrity and compliance of the source of funds. The earlier the documentation organization and funding chain planning are initiated, the better the time advantage when submitting applications in the future, allowing for quicker slot allocation, and the ability to seize the policy window.
WorldWay holds two high-quality EB-5 rural projects, further supporting investors in achieving their U.S. identity planning safely, efficiently, and without priority date issues, swiftly embarking on a new life in the United States. Global quotas are limited, and spots are scarce, so first-come, first-served!
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