Trump Gold Card and Afrikaner asylum visa concerns, Grenada and Portugal emigration opportunities

With global turbulence during the Trump era and ongoing uncertainty surrounding the GNU, many South Africans are exploring ways to find a Plan B to secure their future and investments. Among the oppportunities available in the United States is the Trump Gold Card visa, a residency permit requiring a $5 million payment from wealthy foreigners. While it promises a pathway to permanent residency and citizenship, Sarah Young from Sable International told BizNews in an interview that she is not sure it is a viable route for South Africans. She notes the price tag—about R95 million—and questions whether it constitutes a genuine investment or a non-refundable donation to US authorities. Regarding the asylum offer to Afrikaners, she also warns that, as an asylum-based category, it could be revoked at short notice. Beyond the US, Young highlights the Portugal Golden Visa as an attractive option for South Africans, while Grenada in the Caribbean offers citizenship-by-investment programmes with a strong passport and visa-free travel opportunities, making it a compelling choice for building a flexible, international lifestyle.