U.S. Cracks Down on Illegal Residents: Mandatory Registration Required

Trump Administration Establishes ‘Registry Office’ for Monitoring
The Trump administration has intensified its crackdown on illegal immigrants, making it mandatory for all undocumented individuals to register with the new ‘Registry Office’. Those who fail to comply will face heavy fines or even imprisonment.
The Department of Homeland Security announced that the Registry Office will track and monitor undocumented individuals across the United States. The move is seen as a major step toward identifying, regulating, and potentially deporting those residing in the country without legal status.
Consequences for Illegal Immigrants
•    Individuals failing to register may face legal action, including fines or jail time.
•    The Registry Office will assist in tracking undocumented residents.
•    The system aims to streamline future deportation procedures.
Impact on Indian Immigrants
This new policy is expected to affect a large number of Indian immigrants residing in the U.S. without proper documentation. Many Indians who overstayed their visas or are in the process of applying for legal residency may now have to register or face deportation risks.
While some immigrants fear the Registry Office might be used for mass deportations, officials claim it is intended to ensure proper documentation and compliance with immigration laws.
Trump’s ‘Gold Card’ Plan: A New Alternative?
Meanwhile, the Trump administration is also working on an alternative route for legal residency through the Gold Card visa program, replacing the existing EB-5 visa.
Key Differences Between EB-5 and Gold Card Visa:
•    The Gold Card visa requires an investment of $5 million, significantly higher than the EB-5 visa’s $1 million (or $500,000 in specific cases).
•    The Gold Card provides a direct pathway to U.S. citizenship, unlike the EB-5 visa, which only offers a Green Card.
How Will Indians Be Affected?
•    Wealthy Indian investors may benefit from the Gold Card program by securing U.S. citizenship through high investments.
•    Those unable to meet the $5 million investment requirement may find it harder to obtain legal residency.
•    The focus on investment-based visas could shift U.S. immigration policy away from traditional work-based or family-based Green Cards.
Aiming for Economic Growth
Trump’s immigration policies are strategically linked to boosting investment and job creation in the U.S. With the Gold Card plan, the administration aims to attract high-net-worth individuals while simultaneously tightening regulations on undocumented residents.
Experts believe this dual approach—strict registration for illegal residents and easier pathways for wealthy investors—marks a significant shift in America’s immigration landscape.