India, Dec. 12 -- The announcement of the 'Trump Gold Card' has generated considerable attention across global media. Headlines position it as a premium pathway to a US Green Card for wealthy individuals willing to make a substantial financial commitment. For Indian high net-worth families-particularly those with children studying or working in the US-the interest is understandable.

However, as with any immigration program, the real assessment lies beyond the headline. A closer examination suggests that the Trump Gold Card may not be as simple-or as fast-as it first appears, especially when compared with the long-established EB-5 Investor Visa.

This article seeks to move past the initial excitement and present a clear, factual compariso...