Residency by Investment Countries

Residency by investment (RBI) programmes, also known as golden visas or investor visas, allow you to broaden your horizons and explore fresh opportunities in a new country.

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Which Countries Offer Residency by Investment or Golden Visa?

The Residence by Investment, or Golden Visa, program grants investors residency status in the country where they choose to invest. These programs have become a preferred route for those seeking residency, and in some cases, a pathway to full citizenship. Living in a foreign country through such a program can unlock access to world-class healthcare and education, while also providing visa-free travel to numerous destinations.

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Portugal

Investment: €500,000 
Processing: 3–8 months 
Benefit: Immediate Portugal residency; EU access in 5 years.

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Spain

Investment: €500,000 
Processing: 1–2 months 
Benefit: Visa-free travel

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Greece

Investment: €250,000 
Processing: 1–2 months 
Benefit: Visa-free travel.

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USA

Investment: $800,000 
Processing: 12–24 months 
Benefit: Living in the USA

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Dubai

Investment: AED 2 million (~$550,000) 
Processing: 2 months 
Benefit: Residency in any of the seven emirates

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Malta

Investment: €738,000 
Processing: 12 months 
Benefit: Visa-free travel to Malta

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Antigua and Barbuda

Investment: $100,000 
Processing: 3–4 months 
Benefit: Visa-free travel to Antigua and Barbuda, Hong Kong, Russia, Singapore, the UK, and Schengen Area

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Dominica

Investment: $500,000 
Processing: 3 months 
Benefit: Visa-free travel to 144 destinations worldwide

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Grenada

Investment: $150,000 
Processing: 3–4 months 
Benefit: Visa-free travel to Grenada, China, Russia, Singapore, the UK, and Schengen Area

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St. Kitts and Nevis

Investment: $120,000 
Processing: 3–6 months 
Benefit: Visa-free travel to St. Kitts and Nevis, Hong Kong, Russia, Singapore, the UK, and Schengen Area

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St. Lucia

Investment: $100,000 
Processing: 4 months 
Benefit: Visa-free travel to St. Lucia, Hong Kong, Singapore, the UK, and Schengen Area

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Vanuatu

Investment: $130,000 
Processing: 2 months 
Benefit: Visa-free travel to St. Kitts and Nevis, Hong Kong, Russia, Singapore, the UK, and Schengen Area

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Processing times range from 2 months (Vanuatu) to 12 months (Malta), depending on the program.

  • The minimum investment varies by country, starting from $100,000 for programs like St. Lucia to €738,000 for Malta.

  • Residency requirements vary by country; some have no mandatory stay, while others require minimal physical presence.

  • Benefits include visa-free travel, global mobility, tax advantages, and a backup plan for you and your family.