About Us

Since 2006, Immigrant Invest has provided government-licensed citizenship and residency solutions for high-net-worth individuals and their families. Our expert team delivers compliance-first guidance across the EU, Caribbean, and other jurisdictions.

Our mission

We help accomplished individuals and their families become true cosmopolitans — people who see the world not as a set of borders, but as a landscape of opportunity.

Through tailored citizenship and residency solutions, we open doors to global freedom, security, and mobility. Our expert team guides clients at every step, combining in-depth legal knowledge with a highly personalised approach.

Still, our relationships don’t end there. Many clients return to us — even years later — for guidance as a real estate advisor and ongoing support, from renewing passports and extending residence permits to exploring new opportunities worldwide.

Elena Ruda

Elena Ruda,

Chief Development Officer at Immigrant Invest

Our clients are successful individuals and families — businesspeople, investors, executives, and public figures — who value flexibility, security, and global mobility. 

Since 2006, we have provided our clients with the freedom to move beyond visa restrictions and currency controls and establish a second home — a place they have the right but not the obligation to live in.

Our values

We build every client relationship on professionalism, transparency, and trust. These guiding principles shape how we work and the standard of service clients can expect throughout their entire journey.

Our Values
  • 1

    Compliance first

    We run strict Due Diligence to identify risks early and design strategies that protect you from avoidable refusals.

  • 2

    Licensed and accountable

    As a government-licensed agent, we ensure full accountability and strict adherence to international laws.

  • 3

    Privacy and trust

    We strictly safeguard your personal and financial data through rigorous protocols and signed agreements.

  • 4

    Honest guidance

    We recommend only official routes. If an option isn’t a fit, we tell you immediately and offer viable solutions.

  • 5

    Client-centric focus

    We build solutions around your family’s future, prioritising your specific goals over standard, off-the-shelf offers.

  • 6

    Commitment to excellence

    We prioritise accuracy in every document. Our attention to detail minimises delays and ensures a smooth, predictable process.

  • 7

    Forward-thinking expertise

    We constantly master changing global laws to ensure you always hold the most current and effective strategic advantages.

  • 8

    Decisive action

    We act with calculated speed to secure opportunities and ensure efficiency without compromising diligence.

  • 9

    Long-term partnership

    We support you and your family long after approval: from document renewals to tax residency planning, and more.

Our licences

We operate as a government-licensed investment migration agent in the jurisdictions where licensing is required and work strictly within official legal rules. Our Compliance Department follows AML/KYC standards used by competent authorities and accredited Due Diligence agents.

These licenses are not just formalities — they are legal requirements for any company offering such services. 

Government licences

We are authorised to advise and file applications under relevant investment migration frameworks in the EU, the Caribbean, and Africa. Licences confirm that our procedures, document handling, and client communications meet statutory requirements.

What this means for you: Your file is prepared and submitted by an approved agent under the program’s legal standards.

Investment Migration Council membership 

IMC is the industry’s professional body. Membership commits us to a code of ethics and continuous professional development across programs and jurisdictions.

What this means for you: Our advice reflects current best practices and regulatory expectations that correlate with the industry standards.

How we work

We support our clients from the first free consultation to obtaining the desired passport or residence permit — and even after that.

  • 1

    Initial consultation

    During a 20—30 call or meeting at our office, we map your goals, family setup, timelines, and constraints, then outline suitable options.

  • 2

    Compliance pre-check

    An AML Compliance Officer screens risk and issues a tailored document checklist to flag any risk gaps early. If the check is passed, we agree on the jurisdiction and sign an agreement. In case of any risks, we offer an alternative solution.

  • 3

    Strategy outline

    We agree on the sequencing with a single option or parallel tracks and assign your named advisor.

  • 4

    Document build-out

    The Legal Department assembles a coherent source-of-Funds record, coordinates certifications and sworn translations, and prepares you for possible interviews, if needed.

  • 5

    Filing and follow-up

    We submit the application, monitor progress, and respond to authority requests within stated windows. You receive status updates on a defined schedule.

  • 6

    Post-approval care

    We handle document renewals and replacements and can assist with banking, property, and relocation logistics so continuity is preserved.

Vladlena Baranova

Vladlena Baranova,

Head of Legal & AML Compliance Department, CAMS, IMCM

Due Diligence is a critical stage in any citizenship or residence by investment program — it protects our clients and safeguards their future status. As one of the few companies with an in-house compliance department, we conduct a thorough review before submitting any application, reducing the risk of rejection to just 1%.

As a government-licensed agent, we fully comply with the European Union’s 6th Anti-Money Laundering Directive and are held directly accountable for every application we submit. That’s why your success is not just important to us — it’s essential. 

We don’t just support your application; we stand behind it with our reputation and our licenses.

Our team

Every case is led by a named advisor and delivered by a multidisciplinary team across compliance, legal, and client strategy. Therefore, there are fewer surprises and risks, faster resolutions, and a clean audit trail if authorities ask questions. The same team supports renewals and replacements to keep continuity.

We include members of the Investment Migration Council and certified AML Compliance Officers, ensuring robust integrity throughout the process.

Elena Ruda

Elena Ruda

Chief Development Officer at Immigrant Invest

Zlata Erlach

Zlata Erlach

Head of the Austrian office

Ferenc Tihánszky

Ferenc Tihánszky

Head of the Hungarian office

Paul Lauber

Paul Lauber

Consultant, Compliance Anti Money Laundering Officer, certified CAMS

Frederick Ellul

Frederick Ellul

Lawyer and Immigrant Invest's partner in Malta

Albert Ioffe

Albert Ioffe

Legal and Compliance Officer, certified CAMS specialist

Vladlena Baranova

Vladlena Baranova

Head of Legal & AML Compliance Department, CAMS, IMCM

Lyle Julien

Lyle Julien

Investment programmes expert

Our case studies

Over the years, we’ve helped hundreds of families secure brighter futures for their children, gain peace of mind through safe havens, and enjoy the freedom of visa-free travel. Every case is unique — and your success story could be the next.

Our worldwide offices

We support clients worldwide, including in-person assistance through local offices and teams. This lets us coordinate documents, sworn translations, and filings in the jurisdictions where investment-migration work actually happens, while keeping one point of accountability for your case.

  • Malta

    St Julian's
    8/2, Portomaso Business Tower, 1 Church Street, STJ 4011

    +356-2033-01-78

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  • Portugal

    Lisbon
    Avenida Fontes Pereira de Melo 25, 3 Esq 1050‑116

    +351-963-996-406

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  • Hungary

    Budapest
    Szervita square 8, 1052

    +36-30-880-86-64

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  • Greece

    Athens
    91 Alexandras Ave 114 74

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  • Austria

    Vienna
    Rathausplatz 8, office 7, 1010

    +43-650-540-49-79

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  • Türkiye

    Istanbul
    Suadiye Mahallesi
    Bagdat Caddesi No: 399/B
    34740 Kadikoy

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  • St Kitts and Nevis

    St Peters
    Gillards Housing Development

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  • Grenada

    Grenville

    Victoria Street, Grenville, St. Andrew Grenada, West Indies

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  • Cyprus

    Paphos
    Tryfonos Court, Nikolaou I. Nikolaidi Ave 16-3rd Floor, 8010

    +357-22-232-044

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  • Kazakhstan

    Astana
    D. Kunaeva St, 29/1, BC Diplomat

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Our lawyers and analysts are regularly quoted and invited for expert commentary on investment migration, Due Diligence, and regulatory updates. Selected appearances include Forbes, Yeni Şafak, Newsweek, The Guardian, NorthWalesLive, Business Standard, The Week.

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Industry events

We actively engage in key investment migration events worldwide, sharing expertise and keeping ahead of regulatory developments. This involvement strengthens our partnerships and ensures clients benefit from the most current insights and best practices.

Frequently asked questions

  • What does “government-licensed agent” mean for me?

    Your application is prepared and filed by an authorised adviser that works under official legal rules. It means recognised procedures, compliant document handling, predictable communication with authorities, and better chances of approval. 

    In many countries, applications are only accepted from licensed agents; direct applications are automatically declined.

  • What happens during the compliance pre-check?

    An AML Compliance Officer screens identity, namesakes, prior refusals, and high-level source of wealth. You receive a tailored document checklist and early risk notes so we can fix gaps before filing.

  • Which documents do clients usually prepare first?

    The standard list includes:

    • valid passports;
    • marriage status records;
    • police certificates;
    • bank statements;
    • tax returns;
    • employment or corporate documents;
    • evidence for Source of Funds/Source of Wealth report, e.g. contracts, sale proceeds, dividends. 

    The exact list of documents depends on the chosen country and citizenship or residency option. In any case, we also specify format, certification, and sworn translations where required.

  • How long does the process of obtaining citizenship or residency take?

    Timelines vary by jurisdiction and risk profile. Expect several weeks to months in total; the government review alone can run from a few weeks up to 6 months. We provide status updates on a defined schedule.

  • Will there be an interview or requests for further information?

    Some programs prescribe interviews, for example, it is required for Caribbean citizenship applicants. Requests for further information are common when documents leave gaps. 

    We prepare you in advance and draft structured responses, referencing dates, amounts, counterparties, and supporting exhibits.

  • How is my data protected?

    We apply need-to-know access, encrypted storage and transfer, vendor NDAs, and a documented chain of custody for originals and certified copies. We work only with traceable client funds and do not use “financial options.”

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We will develop an individual solution, select a country and status that will solve your problems, and accompany the entire process.

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