Passport Talks

People move to Europe to get good job opportunities, study in the best universities, live near the sea, and for a peaceful and comfortable retirement. Relocation requires obtaining a residence permit — for example, through employment, study, or family reunification.

There are three main paths to citizenship in the European Union for people who weren’t born there: descent, general naturalisation, and naturalisation after investing in joining a Golden Visa program.

Costs, time or quality: we are too often forced to choose between them. But Caribbean citizenship by investment brings a rare balance between new opportunities, expenses and time limits.

Visa-free entry to 150+ destinations, including the European Union and the UK. Tax optimisation for business and daily life. Access to the best education and healthcare worldwide. Those are just a fraction of the benefits of a St Kitts and Nevis passport.

The first cosmopolitans lived in the 5th century BC in Ancient Greece. They were the Stoics who believed they were citizens of the whole world and not just one country.

Dreaming of a Mediterranean paradise with rich culture and warm hospitality? Look no further! Turkey citizenship by investment offers an exciting opportunity for those seeking a permanent home in Turkey, an American E-2 Investor Visa, or a safe haven amidst uncertainties.

Did getting second citizenship take too long? You can actually get a second passport in under 2 months!

Not every immigrant has enough money to meet the migration law requirements and obtain citizenship or permanent residence. But there is still a way out: the immigrant can get help from a sponsor.

From 10-year residency to no income tax, the UAE offers a wealth of opportunities for foreign investors.

An EU passport is a desirable possession for people from different countries. It offers many benefits such as visa-free travel, financial and social security, a right to live, study or work in any EU state, and many others.

St Kitts and Nevis is a Caribbean country with an attractive citizenship by investment program. Under it, you can invest $125,000+ in the economy and become a country's citizen.

Grenada is one of the Caribbean countries that offer to obtain citizenship by investment. There are two investment options: a non-refundable contribution of $150,000+ and a real estate purchase of $220,000+.

Citizenship by investment is a popular option for many seeking a second passport. The Caribbean is one of the most popular regions for citizenship by investment, offering a range of options and benefits to potential applicants.

To live legally in another country, a person must have a residence permit, permanent residency or citizenship. All these statuses can be obtained by investment in specific countries.

Cyprus is an attractive destination for those searching for tranquillity and comfort in a Mediterranean setting. The country is experiencing significant growth and boasts a gentle climate, ensuring sunshine throughout the year.

Warm climate, rich history, delicious food and relatively easy and fast way of obtaining citizenship: it’s all Turkey. And the country’s citizenship by investment program attracts many people interested in a second passport for plenty of reasons.

The Portugal D7 visa is the opportunity to get an EU residency for individuals with stable passive income and the desire to relocate to Portugal. 

Italy's Golden Visa program has been gaining popularity among foreign investors. It allows non-EU citizens to obtain a residence permit by contributing €250,000+ to the country's economy. The program suits people wishing to live in Italy or travel without visas in Europe.

Looking to obtain a European residence permit by investment? In this episode, let’s discuss the countries with the fastest routes for investors and financially independent persons.

For the past 10 years, property prices have increased by 50% in the UAE. It makes local real estate a desirable liquid asset. Besides, the demand for rental is always high, so properties are a good source of additional income: a yield is about 5—8% per year.

Turkey launched its citizenship by investment program in 2018. It is quite popular among investors as more than 35,000 people have already participated and got Turkish passports.

Caribbean states make great “plan B” countries while providing their citizens with travel mobility and opportunities for tax optimisation, among other things. But investors buying real estate on the islands get even more benefits.

Greece is among the 10 most attractive countries for foreigners to settle. Besides an opportunity to move to the country, the Greece Golden Visa offers profitable investment options, visa-free travel within the Schengen Area and the prospect of EU citizenship.

Maltese residents have access to visa-free travelling within the Schengen Area, prestigious education for their children, well-equipped clinics, and a safe and peaceful environment by a warm sea. And there is always more as Malta offers various opportunities for business development and tax optimisation, for example.

A permanent resident almost equals a citizen in their rights. The only difference is that permanent residents are limited in visa-free travelling and participation in elections.

As attractive as it may sound, one must live in the chosen country for at least six months a year to become a tax resident. Therefore, it’s better to consider a few more points, like the available paths for relocation. In this episode, we will learn more about “zero income tax countries”.

In 2023, both the EU and the Schengen Area include 27 member states. But the trick is that those countries are not the same. Take Cyprus as an example: it is part of the European Union but not of the Schengen Area. 

More and more Brits are now looking to emigrate abroad due to rising energy bills, interest rates, taxes, and food and petrol prices. But there are other things, including the consequences of Brexit, safety issues in major British cities and the people’s desire to live in a more pleasant climate for a change.

Multiple citizenship may import different opportunities for life and business. In European or Caribbean countries, for example, obtaining a second citizenship gives you the opportunity to travel without borders, create a safe haven and expand a business to the international market. We analyze in detail what multiple citizenship is about.