Residency by investment
Residency by investment programmes enable you to invest in a country and receive residency in return, meaning you and your family are free to live, work and study there.
Programmes grant either temporary or permanent residence. The rights applied to either permit are the same, however, a temporary permit must be renewed. A temporary residence permit can lead to permanent residency and, in some instances, residency by investment programmes can be a gateway to citizenship.
Threshold investment amounts, eligibility criteria and wider benefits differ from country to country.
Benefits of residency by investment
Business growth;
having residency in another country can alleviate red tape.
Visa-free travel;
a greater freedom to travel.
Reduced tax burden;
many countries that offer these programmes are low-tax jurisdictions or offer tax incentives, which may mean lower rates of tax.
Improved lifestyle;
you and your family have the chance to live, work and study in another country, with access to services including education and healthcare.
Portfolio diversification;
having investments in multiple jurisdictions is a great way to add value and diversify your portfolio, helping you to grow and preserve your wealth.
A second home;
in a volatile global climate, having another country you can call home offers peace of mind and more options for the future.
Investment options
Threshold investment amounts differ from country to country as does the form in which your investment takes. However, common investment options include;
- Property (residential and commercial).
- Investment in government bonds or securities.
- Investment in a business.
- Transferring capital.
- Making a philanthropic donation.
- Contributing to a government fund, promoting social or economic development.
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Learn more about each of our residency by investment programmes.
Greece
Minimum investment: €250,000 EUR
Key benefits:
- Visa-free travel to Schengen countries.
- Work and live in Greece, an EU member state.
- Do business in the wider EU.
- Residency for your spouse, children under 21 and parents.
- Route to citizenship.
Portugal
Minimum investment: €500,000 EUR
Key benefits:
- Visa-free travel to Schengen countries.
- Work and live in Portugal, an EU member state.
- Do business in the wider EU.
- Route to citizenship.
Spain
Minimum investment: €500,000 EUR
Key benefits:
- Visa-free travel to Schengen countries.
- No physical presence in the country required.
- Work and live in Spain, an EU member state.
- Do business in the wider EU.
- Route to citizenship.
UAE
Minimum investment: 2,000,000 AED
Key benefits:
- Live, work and study in UAE without a local sponsor.
- Retire in UAE without a local sponsor.
USA (EB-5 Visa)
Minimum investment: $800,000 USD.
Key benefits:
- Opportunity to live, study and work in the U.S.
- Route to citizenship.
Philippines
Minimum investment: $75,000 USD.
Key benefits:
- Live, work and study in Philippines.
- No obligation to purchase real estate.
- Opportunity to apply for dual citizenship.
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