Immigration by investment

Migration Through Investment

Migrating permanently is a far greater decision for the applicant and their family. The acquisition of permanent residency through investment often means the start of a new life in a new country. Business, education, and tax residency are just some of the considerations. Of the three programme categories this usually involves a greater application challenge and ultimate decision for the applicant. However many of the residency by investment programmes offer a softer, more gradual route to migrating permanently with a flexible approach to temporary residency leading to permanent residency and potential citizenship.

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Related Immigration by Investment Programs

A selection of the main residency & citizenship by investment programmes.
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Immigration by Investment Overview

It is possible to relocate and live full time in all of the countries offering residency by investment and citizenship by investment programmes.

Many traditional immigration routes are only available to those who may have secured employment sponsorship, are investing through a business method, or perhaps have ancestry links to the country. In some cases, applicants must also undergo interviews and language tests and may have to reside full time in the country to retain their residency permit.

Immigrating through a residency by investment or citizenship by investment programme offers a much more flexible solution, without the need to meet such demanding requirements. Most the programmes have low minimum stay requirements, just a few days or weeks per year at most, and once the investor has secured their residency permit, they will enjoy full residency rights including the right to live, work and study in the country and the opportunity to later apply for permanent residency (PR) or citizenship, usually after 5-10 years.

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Selected Immigration Investments

A selection of investments suitable for permanent immigration.

USA

$800,000

EB5 Visa

This fantastic EB5 Investment project is a luxury hotel, situated in the heart of Chicago’s financial district.

Commercial, EB5, Property

Italy

€250,000

Residency

This exciting new investment opportunity qualifies under the Innovative Business category for Italy’s Golden Visa programme – requiring just €250,000….

Business, Commercial

Portugal

€500,000

Residency

This Golden Visa-compliant, close-ended fund focuses on accelerating the decarbonisation of residential and commercial buildings across Portugal and Spain.

Fund

What is Immigration by Investment?

Immigration by Investment programmes enable foreign investors to gain either a residency permit or full citizenship in return for a real estate investment, government donation or through a fund investment. Each country has its own unique requirements.

Most of the countries offering such programmes do not require the investor to reside full time, usually the minimum stay requirements are very low, a few days or a week at most. Should the investor wish to relocate, then investing in a residency or citizenship by investment programme provides a straightforward solution to immigrating to their chosen country, compared to more traditional routes where your residency rights may be more conditional or tied to employment or sponsorships.

How is Immigration by Investment different to Citizenship by Investment?

Immigration by investment is the process of relocating to another country following a substantial investment. It is possible to relocate through a citizenship by investment programme too. The difference is that many citizenship by investment programmes do not require the investor to reside full time in the country, although the investor has the right to, should they wish to relocate.

How easy is the process of Immigration by Investment?

The process is relatively easy compared to many traditional immigration routes which are often only available on a conditional basis or linked to terms such as your employment status. When immigrating through an investment programme, the applicant will need to fulfil the selected country’s investment requirements and then submit a selection of documentation to complete the application. La Vida’s expert team will assist with the entire application from A to Z, ensuring the process is as straight forward as possible for you.

How do I decide which country to Immigrate to?

La Vida’s trusted advisor will provide you with an overview of the best Residency and Citizenship by Investment programmes and help you select the most suitable option based on your budget and requirements. Get in touch to arrange your free consultation with one of our experts.

Which countries offer Immigration Investment Programmes?

There are a number of nations that offer citizenship by investment and residency by investment programmes which would allow the applicant to immigrate, following approval. These countries include:

Citizenship by Investment Programmes:

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Immigration by Investment With La Vida

La Vida has developed an expertise in helping those seeking a second residency and passports by investment. Whether it’s for immigration, tax savings, education or business, our advisors understand each individual’s specific needs and can provide them with tailored solutions within a strict timeframe. La Vida has extensive global reach with our expert team having helped clients in over 150 countries worldwide. Contact us today on the form below.

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