Anna Semenyuk

In April 2025, Malta’s citizenship framework changed fundamentally. The country replaced citizenship for exceptional services by direct investment model with a merit-based approach. Maltese citizenship now rewards contribution and genuine integration rather than passive capital. It is aimed at individuals who create tangible value for the country through business activity, innovation, research, culture, or philanthropy aligned with national priorities. This guide explains how the new framework works, who can realistically qualify, and what determines success under the post-2025 rules.

The Greece Golden Visa is open to non-EU nationals who invest at least €250,000 into the country — usually through real estate, a bank deposit or an investment fund. How long it takes depends on the route you choose. If you go for a financial investment like a deposit or fund, the full process can take around 4 months. If you buy property, expect at least 6 months, sometimes more. In this guide, we break down the options and explain how to make the process as smooth and fast as possible.

More than 17,000 British nationals now call Greece home — drawn by the relaxed lifestyle, sunshine, tax perks, and the ability to stay longer than 90 days in the Schengen Area. For UK citizens, one of the most straightforward ways to get long-term residency is through the Greece Golden Visa. This route offers a 5-year renewable residence permit, with no minimum stay requirement, and is most commonly tied to a real estate investment of €250,000 or more. In this guide, we take a closer look at how the Greece Golden Visa works post-Brexit, what the key requirements are, and what to keep in mind before making the move.

The Greece Golden Visa offers non-EU citizens a path to European residence by investment. It grants visa-free access to 29 countries, the right to rent out property, and eligibility for citizenship after 7 years. In this guide, you’ll learn why non-EU investors choose Greece, how the Golden Visa works, what documents are needed, and how to apply for residence.

Turkish investors are increasingly turning to Greece’s Golden Visa, with applications from Türkiye rising by 46% between March 2024 and March 2025. In 2024 alone, 1356 Turkish nationals obtained Greek residency by investment, making Türkiye the second‑largest beneficiary country.  In this article, we explain why Greek residency is becoming a popular choice for Turkish nationals, how the Golden Visa works, what real estate options are available, and what benefits — including EU citizenship — applicants can expect.

Greece has issued nearly 50,000 residence permits since the launch of its Golden Visa in 2013, including those granted to dependent family members.  The high uptake highlights its appeal as a practical, long-term solution for families seeking stability, mobility, and a secure base in the EU. With a single investment, applicants can extend residency rights to their spouse or partner, children under 21, and parents.

The Greece Golden Visa offers a residence permit in exchange for a minimum investment of €250,000 in the country’s economy. The permit is valid for 5 years, renewable indefinitely, and may lead to Greek citizenship after 7 years of residency. Greece appeals to investors with its resilient property market, the freedom of movement within the Schengen Area, and low cost of living in a region with a pleasant Mediterranean climate. Below are real-life stories of investors who have successfully obtained residence permits through the Golden Visa.

Malta has become a sought-after destination for retirees worldwide, offering favourable tax treatment of foreign pension income and visa-free travel within the Schengen Area. Retirees are also drawn to Malta’s warm climate, laid-back lifestyle, and high-quality healthcare. To access the special tax regime and other benefits, retirees obtain residency through the Malta Retirement Programme.

More than 20,000 American expats are estimated to live permanently in Greece after moving from the United States. Foreigners are attracted to the South European country thanks to its year-round warm climate, relaxed lifestyle, and relatively low cost of living. There are multiple options for Americans to move to Greece, including the Golden Visa program.