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Investor Visa Database: Combating Corruption and Abuse

This act establishes a database of investor visa denials to prevent abuse by corrupt officials and criminals. Its goal is to protect the integrity of visa programs and stop illicit money from being used to obtain visas. Citizens may indirectly benefit from increased transparency and international security.
Key points
An investor visa denial database will be created, initially for the U.S., then expanded to include other countries.
The database aims to prevent individuals involved in corruption or serious human rights abuses from obtaining visas.
EU and Five Eyes countries (Australia, Canada, New Zealand, UK) will have priority access to the database.
Other countries can join the database if they meet specific conditions regarding honesty and risk of abuse.
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Print number: 117_HR_4142
Sponsor: Rep. Kinzinger, Adam [R-IL-16]
Process start date: 2021-06-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Golden Visa Accountability Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4142.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • An investor visa denial database will be created, initially for the U.S., then expanded to include other countries.
  • The database aims to prevent individuals involved in corruption or serious human rights abuses from obtaining visas.
  • EU and Five Eyes countries (Australia, Canada, New Zealand, UK) will have priority access to the database.
  • Other countries can join the database if they meet specific conditions regarding honesty and risk of abuse.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Kinzinger, Adam [R-IL-16].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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