Investor Immigration
Your guide in finding your perfect new home while making a sound investment in the country of your choice. With our expertise and extensive knowledge of the real estate market, we can assist you in identifying the ideal property that suits your preferences, budget, and investment goals. Let us help you to find your new house by just making an investment in the selected country: Vanuatu, Dominica, Grenada, Antigua & Barbuda, St. Lucia, St Kitts & Nevis, Austria, Malta, Montenegro
All you need to know
VANUATU
Visa-free to 130 Countries | No residency requirements | Can be obtained remotely
With its powerful passport, Vanuatu has become one of the leading destinations to obtain a second citizenship. Currently, Vanuatu citizens can visit almost 150 countries and territories, without the need to obtain a visa before travel. Included within this is the freedom to travel to the United Kingdom for up to 6 months.
Since 1972, Vanuatu has built a global reputation and is known for its offshore financial center. There is no income tax, no corporate tax, and no capital gains tax. There are certain import duties, including 15% VAT, tax on rental income, stamp duty on some property transactions, and share transfers.
Vanuatu is a safe and stable country with a population of around 300 000 people. The local currency is Vanuatu vatu, but US Dollars are widely accepted, with currency exchanges available.
Key Advantages
- No income tax
- No corporate tax
- No capital gains tax
- Obtainable in 30 days
- Stable political system
- Access to Schengen Area
DOMINICA
Visa-free to 143 countries | No residency requirements | Can be obtained remotely | Best for high-risk countries
The Dominica citizenship program was introduced 15 years ago and is one of the longest-running citizenship by investment programs in the world. No physical residency is required. And all family members are eligible. Since 2018, Dominica has introduced several taxes, but our specialist legal team can explain these in full to all potential applicants. Investments here are approved only after an official review.
There are 2 investment options open to applicants – a donation to the government, or investment in real estate. In the case of real estate, the property cannot be sold within 3 years.
This is a low-cost second passport option, available for citizens of any country around the world. Even Iran, Iraq, Syria, North Korea, and Afghanistan. However, there is a small surcharge for applicants from high-risk countries, as the process can take longer.
For certain citizens, a Dominican passport is often the only viable immigration option.
Key Advantages
- Best for Iran, Iraq, Syria
- Safe island country
- Several investment options
- Straightforward process
- There are several taxes
- Growing economy
GRENADA
Visa-free to 144 countries | No residency requirements | Can be obtained remotely | Good for high-risk countries
The Grenada citizenship is a relatively new program and has quickly become one of the most popular among Caribbean CBI programs. No physical residency is required. And all family members are eligible. Investments can be made only after official approval.
There are 2 investment options available to those seeking citizenship – a donation to the government, or investment in real estate. Real estate must not be sold within 3 years. And citizens will incur several taxes.
This is a low-cost second passport, available to citizens of almost any country around the world. Under certain conditions, even those from high-risk countries, including Iran, Iraq, Syria, North Korea, and Afghanistan, are accepted. However, there will be a surcharge for high-risk countries and the process may take longer.
Key Advantages
- Good for Iran, Iraq, Syria
- Safe island country
- Straightforward process
- Stable economy
- Stable political system
- Grenada has some taxes
ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA
Visa-free to 151 countries | No residency requirements | Can be obtained remotely | Caribbean passport
The Antigua and Barbuda CBI program began in 2012, and quickly became one of the strongest CBI programs in the world. No physical residency is required. And all family members are eligible. Investments are welcome, after receiving official approval.
There are 2 investment options open to prospective citizens – a donation to the government, or investment in real estate. In the case of real estate, the property cannot be sold within the first 5 years.
This is a low-cost second passport, available to citizens of most countries around the world. It is worth noting that taxes across Antigua and Barbuda have risen in the last decade. No high-risk country citizens will be accepted into the program. Those countries deemed to be high-risk include: Iran, Syria, Iraq, Afghanistan, and Yemen.
Key Advantages
- High standard of living
- Safe island country
- Family members eligible
- Straightforward process
- Refundable investment
- Growing economy
ST LUCIA
Visa-free to 146 countries | No residency requirements | Can be obtained remotely | Caribbean passport
The St. Lucia citizenship program is among the most desired and popular Caribbean citizenship by investment programs. No physical residency is required and all family members are eligible. Investments can only be received after official approval. And it is worth noting that citizens here incur a range of taxes.
There are 2 main investment options available to prospective citizens – a donation to the government, or an investment in real estate. In the case of real estate, the period of investment is 5 years.
The St. Lucia passport is a low-cost option, and is available for citizens of many countries around the world, excluding those high-risk countries.
Key Advantages
- All family is eligible
- Stable political system
- Famous offshore center
- Several taxes exist
- Straightforward process
- Many documents required
ST KITTS & NEVIS
Visa-free to 156 countries | No residency requirements | Can be obtained remotely | Reputable Caribbean passport
St. Kitts and Nevis citizenship program was introduced in 1984 and is the longest-running citizenship by investment program in the Caribbean. No physical residency is required to secure citizenship. The passport includes eligibility for all family members, and there is no income, capital gains, or inheritance tax to pay. All investments are granted only after official approval.
Applicants can select from 2 investment options – a donation to the government, or investment in real estate. In the case of real estate, the property may not be sold within 5 years.
A St. Kitts and Nevis passport is a low-cost second pathway, available for citizens of many countries around the world. High-risk country citizens, however, are not welcome. Due to an enhanced due diligence process, this passport is not recommended for investors with negative history in their biography.
Key Advantages
- Prestigious passport
- High standard of living
- Transferable to children
- Investment after approval
- Dual citizenship allowed
- Stable island country
AUSTRIA
Visa-free to 187 countries | Reputable EU Country | Cannot be obtained remotely | Suitable only for HNWI
Article 10(6) of the Austrian Nationality Act stipulates that nationality may be granted based on the actual or expected achievements of the applicant. The same article further clarifies that applicants are exempt from the obligation to reside in the country for at least 10 years, and can also retain their previous citizenship. Therefore, prospective citizens can gain their Austrian citizenship as second citizenship, which is not permitted under the common procedure.
The law does not prescribe detailed pre-conditions for citizenship by investment. Therefore, it is crucial to consult Migratio’s immigration experts. Our specialist team will support applicants from the early planning stages and liaise with relevant authorities to determine the individual likelihood of the program being accepted.
Key Advantages
- Reputable EU country
- Stable economic situation
- Easy bank account opening
- Retain former citizenship
- Effective judicial system
- Schengen country
MALTA
Both EU and a Commonwealth citizenship | Visa-free to 184 countries | Passport in 14 months | Right to live in whole EU | EU’s most tax-friendly program | Prestigious EU passport
The Residency to Citizenship Program is designed for ultra-high-net-worth individuals. It offers citizenship to an EU member state. Citizenship here is stable, neutral, and highly respected, with an efficient application process under the legal framework updated in 2020. Malta also boasts the world’s strictest due diligence standards with only 400 annual applicant quota, thus ensuring only highly respectable individuals are accepted onto its immigration programs.
The first EU-approved citizenship program in Malta allows applicants a direct route to obtaining one of the most respected European passports in the world. Live, work and study anywhere in the EU, with extensive benefits to visa-free travel in over 182 countries worldwide. Including those in the EU, the United Kingdom, Canada, and the United States of America.
Individual investors must make a minimum contribution of 590 000 EUR (or 740 000 EUR in case of the expedited process) to the national development fund set up by the government, increased if the application is made for a family. Additionally, 10 000 EUR has to be donated to an approved non-governmental society. Investors shall also have a residence in Malta, either by rent (starting from 16 000 EUR annually) or purchase (at least 700 000 EUR).
The expedited procedure will take only 14 months, while the normal procedure will take 38 months.
Key Advantages
- Prestigious passport
- Intensive due diligence
- Process is straightforward
- Beautiful island country
- A history of democracy
- English-speaking country
MONTENEGRO
- Official EU candidate country
- Planning to join the Schengen
- Limited time offer
- Government-approved projects
- Option to add family members
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