Archive · 6 Sep 2025
Trump Administration Eyes Green Card Rule Overhauls
The U.S. government is changing the rules for how people get green cards, which allow them to live and work permanently in the country.
These changes, proposed by the Trump administration, will affect people who get green cards through their jobs and those who invest money in the U.S. to get a green card.
The government will check employers more carefully to make sure they really need the workers they sponsor.
There will also be changes to the EB-5 program for people who invest money.
The goal is to make sure the programs are working as intended and to ensure companies and applicants meet stricter criteria.
The Trump administration is prioritizing reforms to employment-based green cards, including EB-1, EB-2, and EB-3 categories.
Proposed rules would clarify the definition of a "genuine job offer."
Immigration agencies could increase scrutiny of employers, including site visits and audits.
Eligibility requirements for EB-1 category would be tightened.
Changes are also coming to the EB-5 investment green card program.
- Who
- The Trump administration and DHS
- What
- Are proposing stricter rules for employment-based green cards and the EB-5 program.
- When
- Proposed rules expected to be published in January 2026.
- Where
- United States
- Why
- To clarify and tighten requirements for employers, skilled workers and investors seeking permanent residency.
- Government Agency
- Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
- Green Card Categories Affected
- EB-1, EB-2, EB-3 and EB-5
- Proposed Rule Publication
- January 2026
- Annual Employment-Based Green Cards
- 140,000
- Country Cap
- 7%
- EB-5 Program
- Investment-based Green Cards
