Many countries around the world offer investment programs through which one can obtain citizenship and a passport. It is possible to choose between direct citizenship programs or residency programs that lead to citizenship. In this article, you will learn about both options.
Direct citizenship programs through investment
Some countries grant direct citizenship through specific investment programs. Some of these countries include:
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Caribbean Nations
Caribbean passports rank high globally according to the Reach Immigration Passport Index, allowing investors to obtain second citizenship within 6-12 months through investment in programs offered by countries such as Saint Lucia,Dominica,St. Kitts and Nevis,Grenada,Antigua and Barbuda. The investment options available in these countries include:
- Financial Contribution
A non-refundable financial contribution starting from $100,000 USD.
- Real Estate Investment
By purchasing a share in a government-approved real estate project with a value of at least $200,000 USD.
- Government Bonds
The minimum required investment starts from $300,000 USD.
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Turkey
The Turkish Citizenship Program through Investment offers investors and their families the opportunity to obtain Turkish citizenship within 6-3 months through real estate investment in any city in Turkey, with a minimum amount of $400,000 USD.
According to the Reach Immigration Passport Index, Turkey’s passport is ranked 55th globally, allowing visa-free access to 113 destinations worldwide.
Residency programs leading to citizenship through investment
Some countries offer residency programs that can qualify investors for citizenship and passport after actual residency and specific conditions. Some of these countries include:
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Cyprus
Through the Permanent Residency Program in Cyprus, which starts with an amount of 300,000 Euros in the fast-track pathway or less in the regular pathway, one can obtain Cypriot citizenship and passport after obtaining actual residency and meeting specific conditions. This program provides the following advantages:
- Permanent European residency for all eligible family members.
- Ease of obtaining Schengen visa after obtaining permanent residency in Cyprus.
- Obtaining tax exemptions and privileges.
- The possibility of obtaining citizenship in the case of actual residency (conditions apply).
- Achieving good financial returns from real estate investment.
According to the Passport Index, Cyprus Passport is ranked 15th globally, allowing visa-free access to 178 destinations.
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Greece
Through the Golden Visa Program in Greece, which starts with an amount of 250,000 Euros, one can obtain Greek citizenship and passport after obtaining residency and meeting specific conditions. This program features:
- Freedom of movement within all Schengen countries without the need for a visa.
- The inclusion of family members.
- Benefiting from social advantages and educational rights.
- Achieving returns on investment through the rental of purchased property.
The Greek passport is ranked 7th globally, allowing visa-free access to 187 destinations.
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Canada
Through the Canada Startup Visa, one can obtain permanent residency that qualifies for Canadian citizenship and a Canadian passport. This program offers the following benefits:
- Permanent residency for approved applicants and their families.
- Inclusion of spouse and dependent children under 22 years old.
- Residency anywhere in Canada (except Quebec).
- The possibility of obtaining a work permit while waiting for permanent residency.
- Access to healthcare and free education for children, with low tuition fees for adults.
- Eligibility to apply for Canadian citizenship after 3 years of actual residency in Canada.
The Canadian passport is ranked 8th globally, allowing visa-free access to 186 destinations.
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