# The "gold card" visa has been approved for one person, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said.

*business · news · 2026-04-24 · NBC News*

## Key points

- Only one person has been approved for Trump's 'gold card' visa so far, despite earlier claims.
- Trump's gold card visa program reported $1.3 billion 'worth' sold, but only hundreds are in the queue.
- Corporations can use the program to sponsor foreign employees for $2 million plus a 1% annual fee.
- A proposed $5 million 'Trump Platinum Card' would permit up to 270 days in the U.S. tax-free.
- The $15,000 application fee is intended to fund 'rigorous vetting' for each gold card applicant.

**Countries:** United States, United Kingdom, Spain, Greece, Malta, Australia, Canada, Italy

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