On September 19, 2025, the Trump administration formally established the “Gold Card” visa program through executive order, promising an expedited path to U.S. permanent residency for foreigners willing to make a substantial financial gift to the federal government. To qualify, individuals must contribute $1 million directly, or $2 million if the contribution is made by a corporation on another’s behalf.
At the same time, President Trump signed a proclamation imposing a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa applicants. This fee does not apply to existing H-1B visa holders, renewals, or petitions filed before the new policy’s effective date. The White House has clarified that it is a one-time charge for new visa issuances, not an annual fee.
To learn more about the Trump Gold Card and new $100,000 H-1B fee, register for our webinar on Thursday, September 25 at 12:00 p.m. EDT.
If you cannot join live, register to receive a link to the webinar recording.
This panel includes:
- Ron Klasko, Founder and Chairman of Klasko Immigration Law Partners, LLP
- Sam Silverman and Mike Schoenfeld, Founders and Managing Partners of EB5AN
- Ahmed Khan, Senior Vice President of EB5AN
Topics for discussion:
- What is the Trump Gold Card?
- Legal path to implementing the Gold Card
- Timeline for receiving a Gold Card
- Impact on the EB-5 program
- Who is affected by the new $100k H-1B fee?
- Recommended next steps
