The proposed Trump Gold Card is a newly introduced US visa program where foreign individuals may be able obtain lawful permanent residency (green card status under EB-1 or EB-2 classifications) by making a “gift” of USD 1 million to the US government. Corporate applications may also be possible: a USD 2 million gift per employee by a sponsoring company may qualify under the Corporate Gold Card. The applicant would also have pay a nonrefundable processing fee, proposed momentarily by President Trump at USD 100,000, and undergo standard background, vetting, and admissibility checks.
A Trump Platinum Card is reportedly in development, with a waiting list already forming. For a processing fee and, following DHS vetting, a USD 5 million contribution, holders may be permitted to spend up to 270 days per year in the United States without being subject to US taxes on non-US income.
Moving forward, US Congress requires draft legislation, and congressional approval before implementation.
For our clients exploring this pathway, the proposed Gold Card presents both opportunity and complexity:
As your trusted fianncial advisor and global wealth planner, our role is to support you in assessing whether the Trump Gold Card or any of the other options could align with your broader goals:
If you’re considering this pathway, let’s get started and schedule a review. We can run through whether the Trump Gold Card (or other options) could make strategic sense for you, factoring in your family, business interests, and long-term goals.
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Expatriation/Relocation
Expatriation/Relocation
Expatriation/Relocation
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Following the establishment of his Swiss banking structure, David required a coordinated framework to manage assets across jurisdictions while maintaining compliance with U.S. reporting obligations.
Alpen integrated his assets into a Swiss wealth management structure tailored for internationally active clients. The focus was on aligning investment strategy, currency exposure, and financial planning within a single cross-border framework.
Switzerland’s stable political environment, strong financial sector, and long-standing expertise in wealth management provided a reliable foundation for administering David’s international assets.
With the Swiss account in place, Alpen integrated it into a broader offshore banking structure designed for diversification and asset protection.
The Swiss banking environment also offered political stability, robust financial regulation, and a historically strong currency base.
As part of his relocation planning, David explored the process of establishing residency in Switzerland. For non-EU citizens such as U.S. nationals, residency typically requires either employment in Switzerland, the establishment of a local company, or a negotiated tax arrangement with cantonal authorities.
Working alongside local legal and tax advisors, Alpen helped David evaluate the available options and coordinate the financial aspects of the move. This included aligning banking structures, documenting international assets, and preparing financial disclosures required during the residency process.
Opening a Swiss bank account as a U.S. client follows a defined onboarding process based on regulatory requirements and internal bank standards. This includes identity verification, source-of-wealth documentation, and alignment with international reporting frameworks. It also involves coordination with the selected institution, including the negotiation of account terms and applicable fee structures.
As part of the onboarding, David was required to provide detailed documentation regarding his financial background and the origin of his assets. Minimum deposit thresholds and internal bank criteria were also considered when selecting the appropriate institution.
Once all documentation was complete and approved, the account opening process typically took approximately 1–2 weeks. Alpen then coordinated the initial asset transfers and ensured a smooth transition from existing banking relationships.
