Investment Migration Programs
Countries in Europe, Oceania, the Caribbean, the Middle East, Asia, Africa, and the Americas offer citizenship or residence by investment. Besides, there are options for wealthy people with passive income, digital nomads, and entrepreneurs.
Here’s an overview of where to obtain a second passport or a residence permit and the key requirements for applicants.
$130,000+
Investments in citizenship
€25,500+
Investments in residency
2+ months
Obtaining period
Citizenship by investment
Country and statusInvestmentsTime requiredBenefits
$250,000+4+ months
4+ months
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Global mobility with 150+ visa-free destinations
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Opportunity to get a 10-year visitor visa to the USA
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Possibility to become a tax resident and pay 0% personal income tax
$235,000+8+ months
8+ months
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Visa-free entry to the Schengen countries, the UK, and China
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Eligibility for the US E-2 business visa
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No taxes on foreign income, dividends, interest, and royalties in Grenada
$240,000+6+ months
6+ months
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Global mobility with 140+ visa-free destinations
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Opportunity to get a 10-year visitor visa to the USA
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No taxes on foreign income, dividends, and capital gains in St Lucia
$230,000+6+ months
6+ months
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Visa-free entry to the Schengen countries and the UK
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Opportunity to get a 10-year visitor visa to the USA
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Favorable investment conditions for families
$200,000+6+ months
6+ months
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Global mobility with 140+ visa-free destinations
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Opportunity to get a 10-year visitor visa to the USA
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No taxes on dividends, interest, royalties, and capital gains for Dominica tax residents
€690,000+14 months or 3 years
14 months or 3 years
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Visa-free entry to the United States and simplified entry to the UK
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Ability to live, study, and work in an EU country
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Citizenship in 14+ months with confirmation of connection with Malta
$130,000+2+ months
2+ months
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Fastest citizenship program in the world
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Opportunity to get a 5-year visitor visa to the USA
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Beneficial tax regime for companies for 20 years
$400,000+8+ months
8+ months
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Visa-free entry to Japan, Singapore, and other 100+ countries
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Opportunity to obtain a US E-2 business visa
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A safe haven in a warm country by the sea
$250,000+10+ months
10+ months
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Creating a safe haven in a warm country by the sea
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Eligibility for the Е‑2 business visa to the USA
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Bank accounts in Egypt
€7,200+4 years
4 years
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Moving to Paraguay and creating a safe haven
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140+ visa-free countries, including the Schengen states and the UK
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Affordable cost of living and international bank accounts
Jordan
Citizenship$750,000+3+ months
3+ months
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80+ visa-free destinations, including Malaysia and Singapore
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Safe haven in a country with a low cost of living
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Business opportunities in the Middle East
Residency by investment
Country and statusInvestmentsTime requiredBenefits
€250,000+4+ months
4+ months
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Visa-free entry to the Schengen countries
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Possibility to live, study, and start a business in Greece
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Prospect of citizenship in 7 years
€169,000+6+ months
6+ months
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Visa-free entry to the Schengen countries
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Ability to live, study, start a business, and work in Malta
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New family members can be added after the investor has received permanent residence
€250,000+12+ months
12+ months
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Visa-free entry to the Schengen countries
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Prospect of citizenship in 5 years after obtaining and maintaining the residence permit
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Safe haven in a European country by the ocean
€250,000+5+ months
5+ months
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Visa-free entry to the Schengen Area
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Relocation to a European country with an affordable cost of living
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Tax optimisation with low rates
€300,000+9+ months
9+ months
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Tax optimisation
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Property investment income
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Prospect of obtaining citizenship in 8 years
€250,000+4+ months
4+ months
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Visa-free travel to the Schengen countries
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Creating of a safe haven or moving to Italy
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Special tax regime
€50,000+3+ months
3+ months
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Visa-free entry to the Schengen countries
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Beneficial terms and tax incentives for businesses
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Prospect of citizenship in 10 years
€600,000+2+ months
2+ months
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Visa-free entry to France and Spain
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Simplified US and Schengen visas processing
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Only 3-month residing a year to keep the residence permit
AED 2,000,000+2+ months
2+ months
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Residency for 10 years
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Moving to the UAE or creating a “safe haven”
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Tax optimisation
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Opening a bank account in the UAE
Residency for financially independent people
Country and statusInvestmentsTime requiredBenefits
€10,440+, yearly income6+ months
6+ months
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Moving to Portugal at the lowest cost
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Visa-free travel across the Schengen Area
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Prospect of citizenship in 5 years
€28,880+, yearly income4+ months
4+ months
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Moving to Spain at the lowest cost
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Visa-free travel across the Schengen Area
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Prospect of permanent residency in 5 years
€100,000+ 3+ months
3+ months
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Visa-free entry to the Schengen countries
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Living in a country with a high level of safety, healthcare, and education
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Permanent residence in Austria after 5 years of holding a residence permit
₣450,000+, yearly tax3+ months
3+ months
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Visa-free entry to the Schengen countries
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Living in a country with a high level of safety, healthcare, and education
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Prospect of citizenship in 10 years
Digital Nomad Visas
Country and statusInvestmentsTime requiredBenefits
€3,480+, monthly income6+ months
6+ months
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Moving to Europe and creating a safe haven
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Visa-free travel across the Schengen Area
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Prospect of citizenship in 5 years
€3,000+, monthly income3+ months
3+ months
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Relocation and living in the EU
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Visa-free entry to the Schengen countries
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No income tax in Hungary if spending less than 183 days a year in the country
€3,500+, monthly income2+ months
2+ months
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Moving to Europe and creating a safe haven
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Visa-free entry to the Schengen countries
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Tax optimisation
€2,762+ of a monthly income4+ months
4+ months
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Relocation and residency in the EU for the whole family
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Visa-free entry to the Schengen countries
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Prospect of permanent residency in 5 years
€2,700+, monthly income4+ months
4+ months
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Relocation and residency in the EU for spouses, children, and parents
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Visa-free travel to the Schengen countries
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Prospect of citizenship in 10 years
Residency for business owners
Country and statusInvestmentsTime requiredBenefits
€7,700+, authorised capital6+ months
6+ months
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Relocation and residency in the EU for 3 years
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Travelling across the Schengen Area visa-free
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Low corporate and income taxes
€10,440+ on a bank account10+ months
10+ months
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Visa-free entry to the Schengen countries
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Prospect of citizenship in 5 years
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Starting a business and moving to the EU
$870,000+5+ years
5+ years
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Moving to the USA or creating a safe haven
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Opportunity to obtain US citizenship
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Opening bank accounts in the USA
Canada
Permanent residency10% of startup shares3 years
3 years
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Relocation to Canada with a spouse and children
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Government subsidies and tax incentives for businesses
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Prospect of citizenship in 3 years
Montenegro
Residence permitNot specified1—2 months
1—2 months
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Residency for business owners without specific requirements for the new company
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Safe haven in a European country by the sea
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Income and corporate taxes are 9%
Other paths to residency
Country and statusInvestmentsTime requiredBenefits
€30,000+3+ months
3+ months
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Visa-free entry to the Schengen countries
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Opportunity to live, study, and start a business in Malta
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Tax optimisation with a special regime
$25,500+1—3 months
1—3 months
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Long-term visa to live in Thailand or create a safe haven for up to 15 years
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Bonuses and privileges for visa holders
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Tax optimisation
$130,000+1+ months
1+ months
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Moving to Indonesia and creating a safe haven
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Prospect of permanent residency in 3 years
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Doing business and investing in Indonesia
Netherlands
Residence permit€1.25+ mln3+ months
3+ months
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Visa-free entry to the Schengen countries
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Right to live in an expat-friendly country
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Prospect of citizenship in 5 years
Luxembourg
Residence permit€500,000+6+ months
6+ months
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Visa-free entry to the Schengen countries
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Beneficial tax regimes for highly-skilled specialists and expatriates
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Prospect of citizenship in 5 years
Monaco
Residence permit€500,000+3+ months
3+ months
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Visa-free entry to the Schengen countries
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No income tax
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Prospect of citizenship in 10 years
Jersey
Residence permit£1.25+ mln1+ months
1+ months
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Visa-free entry to the UK and Ireland
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Property tax is 0% and other tax incentives
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Prospect of UK citizenship in 6 years
Hong Kong SAR China
Residence permitHK$30 mln4+ months
4+ months
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Right to live and do business in a stable Asian economic centre
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0% corporate tax for foreign companies
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Prospect of permanent residency in 7 years
Singapore
Permanent residencySG$10 mln9+ months
9+ months
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Right to live and do business in a stable Asian economic centre
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Tax incentives for individuals and companies
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Prospect of citizenship in 2 years
Malaysia
Residence permitMYR 500,0003—6 months
3—6 months
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Half of the deposit sum can be used to pay for education, healthcare or buying housing
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Low taxes and cost of living
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Prospect of citizenship in 12 years
Mauritius
Residence permit$375,000+6+ months
6+ months
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Safe haven in a tropical paradise
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Income tax is 10—15%, corporate tax is 15%
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Prospect of citizenship in 5 years
Namibia
Residence permit$365,000+3+ months
3+ months
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Right to live, work, and study in a safe and stable country
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Only local income is taxed
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Permanent residency in 7 years
Australia
Residence permitAU$2.5+ mln12+ months
12+ months
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Right to live, do business, and study in Australia
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Various investment paths reducing time to permanent residency to up to 1 year
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Prospect of citizenship in 5 years
New Zealand
Residence permitNZ$5+ mln8+ months
8+ months
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Relocation to New Zealand, a safe and eco-friendly country
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Enhanced business opportunities and access to large economies
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Prospect of citizenship in 5 years
Panama
Residence permit$160,000+1—6 months
1—6 months
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Residency for a spouse and children up to 25
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Tax incentives and preferential tax regimes for businesses
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Prospect of citizenship in 5 years
Unavailable options
Country and statusInvestmentsTime requiredBenefits
€500,000+5+ months
5+ months
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Visa-free entry to the Schengen countries
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Opportunity to live, study, and start a business in Spain
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Prospect of citizenship in 10 years
£2,000,000+2—3 months
2—3 months
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Opportunity to live, study, and start a business in the UK
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Prestigious education at British schools and universities
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Prospect of citizenship in 5 years
€300,000+4—8 weeks
4—8 weeks
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Visa-free travel to the Schengen countries
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Moving to an EU country or creating a safe haven
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Tax optimisation
€472,000+6 months
6 months
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Visa-free entry to the Schengen countries, Singapore and Hong Kong
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Opportunity to obtain a US E-2 business visa
€100,000+3—4 months
3—4 months
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Visa-free entry to 130+ countries
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Citizenship for the whole family
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Citizenship can be passed on to descendants
€2+ mln9+ months
9+ months
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Visa-free entry to 160+ countries
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Tax optimization
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Safe haven in an EU island state in the Mediterranian Sea
What are the Immigrant Investor Programs?
The concept of “citizenship by investment” originated in 1984. It was introduced when St Kitts and Nevis passed a law permitting the issuance of passports to foreigners in exchange for economic contributions.
This legislation marked a pivotal moment in the industry's history, catalysing its growth. Today, the investment immigration sector generates billions of dollars annually, with approximately 60,000 individuals holding second citizenships by investment.
Currently, 18 countries across the Caribbean, Europe, the Middle East, and Oceania offer citizenship, while around 100 countries provide residency programs.
Citizenship and residency state programs aim to enhance personal and financial mobility, simplify international business operations, and serve as a safeguard against political or economic instability in one's home country.
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Investment Migration Programs options
Caribbean countries. Investments involve donations to state funds or real estate purchases. The minimum investment starts at $200,000.
European countries. Options typically include purchasing or leasing real estate, transferring capital, or investing in securities or businesses. Minimum investments start at around €250,000, depending on the country.
Oceania. Vanuatu's state program requires a minimum investment of $130,000 as a donation. It has the fastest processing time among similar pathways of obtaining a second passport by investment.
Each investment program offers benefits like visa-free travel and potential tax advantages, tailored to meet diverse investor needs.
Immigrant Investor Program requirements
Requirements for Immigrant Investor Programs vary by country but generally include:
- Minimum investment. A specified amount must be invested, often in real estate, government bonds, or local businesses.
- Due Diligence and background сhecks. Applicants pass background checks to verify their sources of funds and ensure they have no criminal record.
- Residency requirements. Some programs may require investors to spend a certain amount of time in the country.
- Legal сompliance. Applicants comply with all legal formalities, including the proper submission of documents and application forms.
- Financial proof. Proof of sufficient funds to make the investment and support oneself.
These requirements ensure that the state programs are accessible to legitimate investors while safeguarding the host country’s interests.
5 benefits of Investment Migration Programs
1
Enhanced global mobility
Holders of second passports often gain visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to numerous countries.
Holders of second passports often gain visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to numerous countries.
2
Tax optimisation
Second citizenship provides favourable tax regimes, potentially lowering tax liabilities on global income, inheritance, and wealth.
Second citizenship provides favourable tax regimes, potentially lowering tax liabilities on global income, inheritance, and wealth.
3
Family inclusion
Most countries on the investment migration list allow for the inclusion of family members, such as spouses, children, parents, grandparents, and siblings.
Most countries on the investment migration list allow for the inclusion of family members, such as spouses, children, parents, grandparents, and siblings.
4
Investment opportunities
Participants gain access to new markets, with the potential to earn income from their investments.
Participants gain access to new markets, with the potential to earn income from their investments.
5
Government-developed programs
Investment pathways to citizenship and residency are officially established and licensed by governments, ensuring their legitimacy and providing structured support with a regulated framework.
Investment pathways to citizenship and residency are officially established and licensed by governments, ensuring their legitimacy and providing structured support with a regulated framework.
How can we, as a licensed agent, help you to get residency or citizenship?
Immigration by investment requires a licensed agent. Consulting companies with state licences assist investors in applying for and obtaining a second passport. This requirement is mandated by the laws of most countries offering citizenship by investment programs.
Immigrant Invest is a licensed agent for investment immigration programs in the EU and the Caribbean. Investors trust our expertise, backed by government licences, 20 years of experience, and 10 offices worldwide.
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