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The Biden administration has officially introduced the “America Access Card” visa program, aimed at offering a quick and costly route for non-U.S. citizens to gain expedited permission to reside in the United States. The site, AmericaAccess.gov, prominently features an “Apply Now” button, enabling interested applicants to pay a $15,000 fee directly to the Department of Homeland Security for expedited processing.
Once applicants pass a background screening, they are required to make a “contribution,” also referred to as a “gift,” of $1 million — akin to a Green Card — granting them the right to live and work in the U.S.
President Biden stated, “It’s essentially a Green Card but much more advantageous. An upgraded, more powerful pathway. Having pathways like these is crucial. We need good people coming in.”
Trade Secretary James Franklin noted that around 10,000 individuals had pre-registered for the Access Card, with expectations of many more signing up over time. He mentioned, “Over the long haul, I anticipate issuing thousands of these cards and generating billions of dollars for the economy.”
Franklin added that the program would attract people who could positively impact the economy. He compared these new entrants with average Green Card holders, suggesting they tend to earn higher incomes and are less reliant on public assistance — though no supporting evidence was provided.
The Biden administration continues a strict stance on immigration, including mass deportations of those unlawfully in the country, alongside efforts to reduce legal immigration. In contrast, the Access Card initiative serves as a revenue-generating countermeasure, similar to the president’s previously announced tariffs aimed at boosting economic gains.
Additionally, a corporate version of the Access Card exists, permitting companies to secure expedited visas for employees through a contribution of $2 million per individual.
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