Trump Gold and Platinum Card Considerations for Startups, Tech Talent and High-Net-Worth Individuals

Join professionals from Fragomen and Andersen for a timely discussion on the emerging U.S. Gold Card program, the proposed Platinum Card concept and the immigration, tax and source-of-funds considerations companies and individuals should be evaluating now.

The Gold Card program introduces a potential expedited path to U.S. permanent residency through a significant financial contribution, creating new opportunities but also complex legal, tax and compliance questions. For startups, technology companies, corporate sponsors and high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs), the program raises important considerations around eligibility, source-of-funds documentation, corporate sponsorship, employee compensation structures, dependent family members and long-term U.S. tax residency.

Speakers will also discuss the proposed Platinum Card concept, current green card considerations, abandonment of lawful permanent resident status, naturalization planning and the legal and legislative uncertainty surrounding certain tax-related aspects of these developing programs.

Topics will include:

• Overview of the Gold Card program and corporate sponsorship model
• Source-of-funds documentation for companies, startups, investors and individuals
• Challenges for new entities, founder-funded companies, investor-backed businesses, founder loans, cash-heavy businesses and crypto-origin funds
• Tax considerations when companies pay Gold Card-related fees directly, on behalf of employees or as part of a broader compensation structure
• Green card, abandonment, exit tax and naturalization considerations
• What to watch as the Platinum Card concept continues to develop 

This session is designed for companies, founders, investors, executives, HNWIs and advisors seeking to understand the practical implications of these developing programs and how to prepare for the immigration, tax and compliance issues they may create.

Speakers:

• Chad Ellsworth, Partner, Fragomen
• Rahul Soni, Partner, Fragomen
• Clarissa Cole, Managing Director, Andersen
• Benjamin Spilka, Director, Andersen