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.
Our offering
Securing citizenship or residency in another country can offer an array of benefits including; improved lifestyle, visa-free travel, the opportunity to grow your business, diversify your investment portfolio and reduce your tax burden. However, the journey from choosing which citizenship or residency by investment programme is right for you to completing a successful application can be fraught.
We can help.
Hear from Matthew Green, head of Global Citizenship and Residency by Investment, explaining our citizenship and residency by investment solution in response to a typical scenario.
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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.
Let us help you have greater freedom to invest, travel, work, study and live abroad.
Speak to our SpecialistOur residency by investment programmes
Learn more about each of our residency by investment programmes.
Cyprus
Minimum investment: €300,000
Key benefits:
- Visa-free travel to Schengen countries.
- Work and live in Cyprus.
- No minimum residency stay requirements.
- Route to citizenship.
Greece
Minimum investment: €250,000
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
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.
Malta
Minimum investment: €110,000
Key benefits:
- Visa-free travel to Schengen countries.
- No physical presence in the country required.
- Work and live in Malta, an EU member state.
- Do business in the wider EU.
UAE
Minimum investment: AED 2,000,000
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: USD 800,000
Key benefits:
- Opportunity to live, study and work in the U.S.
- Route to citizenship.
Philippines
Minimum investment: USD 75,000
Key benefits:
- Live, work and study in Philippines.
- No obligation to purchase real estate.
- Opportunity to apply for dual citizenship.
Our approach
We listen.
We would begin by listening to understand your individual circumstances and requirements.
We advise.
In consideration of your situation, we advise which citizenship or residency by investment programmes you would be eligible for and benefit most from.
We conduct an initial screening.
Once you have selected a citizenship or residency by investment programme and as a part of our due diligence, we conduct a screening to ensure eligibility.
We file your application.
After a successful screening, we collect all relevant supporting documentation and in partnership with a trusted legal team, we facilitate your application being completed and filed.
We monitor and support.
We monitor your application, working to resolve any issues that may arise.
We deliver.
We provide you with residency or citizenship to the country of your choice.
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