What are "Trump Accounts" and do I qualify to open one?

“Trump Accounts” or 530A Accounts, are a new type of investment account for children that are managed by their parents or guardians. Some children will qualify for $1,000 of seed money from the government, and additional contributions can be made over the life of the account. Generally, withdrawals cannot be made until the child turns 18. 

Any minor child under 18 with a Social Security number valid for employment will qualify to open an account, but to qualify for $1,000 of seed money, the child must have been:

- Born after December 31, 2024 but before January 1, 2029
- Be a US Citizen with a valid Social Security Number

Some of the details on how to open and manage these accounts are not yet available but generally, if have a qualifying child and want to open an account you can:
- Submit Form 4547 while e-filing your 2025 federal tax return
- Open an account at trumpaccounts.gov

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