6 countries in the IMD ranking offer foreigners the right to obtain a residence permit or citizenship by investment. Governments offer one or more investment options, such as a non-refundable contribution to a government fund, the purchase of real estate or bonds, or investments in businesses.
Ranking of countries with investment programmes
Switzerland grants residence permits to financially independent persons without the right to work in the country. However, they can invest in local companies. The investor enters into an agreement with the cantonal administration and pays a lump sum tax of ₣ 450,000.
The UK offers the Investor Visa to wealthy people. To obtain a UK residence permit, investors invest at least £2 million in local shares. The investor can also register his company and invest in its development.
Cyprus grants a residence permit by investments from €300,000. The investor chooses from three options: purchase of real estate, shares of local companies or units of investment funds.
Portugal offers a residence permit by investment of €350,000 or more. The investor can choose from eight options: purchase of real estate or securities, opening a deposit in a local bank, investment in business, scientific activities or cultural heritage of the country.
Greece grants a residence permit by purchasing real estate or shares in local companies, opening a deposit in a Greek bank. The minimum investment is €250,000.
Turkey offers citizenship for establishing a business with a capital starting from €500,000. Alternative options: purchase of real estate worth from €250,000, deposit in a local bank, purchase of securities, government bonds or shares of investment funds.
Immigrant Invest is a licensed agent for European residence permit programmes by investment. If you want to invest in one of the rated countries and become a resident or citizen of a European country, seek advice from experts in investment programmes.
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