Countries

Residence and Citizenship Countries

A growing number of countries now offer residence and citizenship by investment programs—commonly known as golden visa programs—providing a range of tailored investment options to suit each family’s unique goals and circumstances. In an unpredictable world, having a “Plan B” is increasingly important: a secure place to live, access to quality education and healthcare, and enhanced opportunities for business and lifestyle flexibility.

 

Investing in multiple residence or citizenship programs worldwide not only provides immediate benefits but also offers long-term strategic value. Greater global access allows for diversification of assets, reduced exposure to regional and geopolitical risks, and increased freedom to move, work, and invest internationally.

 

DLB Global advises clients on a curated selection of the most credible and successful residence and citizenship programs across the world, helping individuals and families choose the options that best align with their personal, financial, and mobility objectives.

European Citizenship by Merit Pathways

Austria

Minimum Capital

Substantial contribution to the Austrian economy

Key Benefit

Opportunity to become an EU citizen upon making a substantial capital contribution

Malta

Minimum Capital

Exceptional achievements, contributions, or service to Malta

Key Benefit

An attractive place to live or own a second home in, strategically located, with excellent air links

European Citizenship by Investment Programs

North Macedonia

Minimum Capital

 

EUR 200,000

Key Benefit

Freedom of travel to Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore, Türkiye, and Europe’s Schengen Area, among others, as well as an e-visa to India

Türkiye

Minimum Capital

USD 400,000

Key Benefit

Freedom of travel to Türkiye, Hong Kong, Japan, and Singapore, among others

Caribbean Citizenship by Investment Programs

Antigua and Barbuda

Minimum Capital

USD 230,000

Key Benefit

Visa-free or visa-on-arrival travel to over 150 destinations including Hong Kong, Russia, Singapore, the UK, and Europe’s Schengen Area

 

Dominica

Minimum Capital

 

USD 200,000

Key Benefit

Visa-free or visa-on-arrival travel to over 140 destinations worldwide

 

Grenada

Minimum Capital

 

USD 235,000

Key Benefit

Visa-free or visa-on-arrival travel to over 140 destinations including China, Russia, Singapore, the UK, and Europe’s Schengen Area

St. Kitts and Nevis

Minimum Capital

 

USD 250,000

Key Benefit

Enjoy the full benefits of citizenship for life, which can be passed on to future generations by descent

St. Lucia

Minimum Capital

 

USD 250,000

Key Benefit

Visa-free or visa-on-arrival travel to over 140 destinations including China, Russia, Singapore, the UK, and Europe’s Schengen Area

 

European Residence by Investment Programs

Austria

Minimum Capital

EUR 40,000 in liquid funds, German language skills, permanent accommodation, and more

 

Key Benefit

Freedom of travel to Austria, the rest of the EU, and Europe’s Schengen Area

Cyprus

Minimum Capital

 

EUR 300,000

Key Benefit

The right to live and study in Cyprus

 

Greece

Minimum Capital

 

EUR 250,000

Key Benefit

Freedom of travel to Greece and Europe’s Schengen Area

 

Hungary

Minimum Capital

 

EUR 250,000

Key Benefit

The right to live and work in Hungary

 

Italy

Minimum Capital

 

EUR 250,000

Key Benefit

The right to live, work, and study without restriction in Italy

Jersey

Minimum Capital

GBP 1.75 million in real estate and GBP 250,000 in annual taxes

Key Benefit

The right to live, work, and study without restriction in Jersey

Latvia

Minimum Capital

EUR 60,000

Key Benefit

The right to live, work, and study without restriction in Latvia

Luxembourg

Minimum Capital

EUR 500,000

Key Benefit

The right to live, work, and study without restriction in Luxembourg

Malta

Minimum Capital

EUR 169,000



Key Benefit

The right to live, work, and study without restriction in Malta

Monaco

Minimum Capital

No minimum investment

 

Key Benefit

The right to live, work, and study without restriction in Monaco

Montenegro

Minimum Capital

No minimum investment

 

Key Benefit

The right to live, work, and study without restriction in Montenegro

Portugal

Minimum Capital

EUR 250,000

 

Key Benefit

The right to live, work, and study without restriction in Portugal

Serbia

Minimum Capital

Annual cost of EUR 6,000 (company formation option)

 

Key Benefit

The right to live, work, and study in Serbia

Switzerland

Minimum Capital

CHF 250,000 in annual taxes

 

Key Benefit

First-class infrastructure and excellent banking facilities

United Kingdom

Minimum Capital

Innovative, scaling business

Key Benefit

The right to live, work, and study anywhere in the United Kingdom

Caribbean Residence by Investment Programs

Cayman Islands

Minimum Capital

USD 1.2 million or 10% ownership in Cayman Islands business

Key Benefit

The right to reside in the Cayman Islands, with the option to include immediate family members

Dominican Republic

Minimum Capital


USD 200,000

Key Benefit

Permanent residence in the Dominican Republic, with eligibility for citizenship after a period ranging from six months to two years

The Bahamas

Minimum Capital

 

USD 1 million

Key Benefit

The right to reside permanently in The Bahamas, with simplified immigration procedures for entry and re-entry