Citizenship Times · Programme Directory

31 programmes — independently rated & verified

Every dossier covers investment requirements, passport strength, work permits, economic opportunities, and suitable investor profiles.

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Caribbean · 5 programmes

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Dominica

The 'Nature Isle' of the Caribbean offers one of the best-value CBI passports with visa-free access to over 140 countries.

From

USD 100,000 single applicant

Passport rank

#26 · 145 destinations

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Antigua & Barbuda

A twin-island paradise offering 365 beaches, tax-friendly citizenship, and premium real estate investment routes.

From

USD 100,000 single

Passport rank

#19 · 150 destinations

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Saint Lucia

Piton-framed luxury meets pragmatic second citizenship — Saint Lucia's CBI program balances quality and affordability.

From

USD 100,000 single

Passport rank

#26 · 146 destinations

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Grenada

The only Caribbean CBI passport with E-2 visa treaty access to the United States — a unique advantage for US-bound investors.

From

USD 150,000 single

Passport rank

#26 · 144 destinations

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Saint Kitts & Nevis

The world's oldest CBI program, launched in 1984 — a passport of established trust and Caribbean elegance.

From

USD 250,000 single

Passport rank

#19 · 157 destinations

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Europe · 8 programmes

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Turkey

A transcontinental powerhouse offering fast citizenship by investment, strategic geopolitics, and a dynamic USD 1 trillion economy.

From

USD 400,000 in Turkish real estate

Passport rank

#44 · 110 destinations

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Malta

The only EU citizenship-by-investment program remaining — Malta offers a genuine European passport in an English-speaking, sun-drenched archipelago.

From

EUR 150,000 government contribution

Residency

Permanent EU residency in 4–6

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Portugal

Western Europe's value proposition — EU citizenship in 5 years, NHR tax regime, and a lifestyle that draws 700,000 expats and counting.

From

EUR 500,000 in qualifying Portuguese inv

Residency

Temporary residency (renewable

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Greece

Europe's most affordable Golden Visa gateway to EU residency — now with a flat 7% retiree tax and booming investment conditions.

From

EUR 800,000 in Athens, Thessaloniki, Myk

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5-year residency within 3–4 mo

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Italy

La Dolce Vita meets smart tax planning — Italy's flat-tax regimes attract global HNW and entrepreneurs to the world's greatest cultural landscape.

From

EUR 250,000 in an innovative startup

Residency

2-year residency within 3 mont

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Georgia

Europe's most underrated tax haven — flat 1% tax for qualifying businesses, visa-free entry for 95 nationalities, and breathtaking Caucasian landscapes.

From

GEL 300,000

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1-year (renewable) residency i

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Spain

The world's most popular country for a reason — EU residency, Beckham Law tax benefits, and an unrivalled culture from Barcelona to Seville.

From

EUR 1M in Spanish company shares or EUR

Residency

2-year residence, renewable; 7

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United Kingdom

Europe's premier financial capital, with a skilled worker visa that fast-tracks professionals into one of the world's most open economies.

From

No minimum — must demonstrate access to

Passport rank

#4 · 192 destinations

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Middle East · 3 programmes

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Jordan

The Arab world's most stable kingdom offers investment-based citizenship with a strategic location bridging Europe, Africa, and Asia.

From

JOD 200,000

Passport rank

#84 · 52 destinations

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Egypt

A civilisation-spanning investment destination offering golden residency and citizenship pathways in one of Africa's largest economies.

From

USD 300,000 in registered property

Passport rank

#84 · 52 destinations

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United Arab Emirates

Zero personal income tax, a rank-2 passport, and a world-class cosmopolitan lifestyle in the desert — the global HNW relocation of choice.

From

AED 2,000,000

Residency

10-year residency within 30 da

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Asia · 5 programmes

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Thailand

The original digital nomad paradise — long-term visas, world-class beaches, and USD 2,000/month buying a genuinely luxurious life.

From

USD 500,000 in qualifying Thai assets

Residency

10-year LTR residency in 20–30

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Malaysia

Asia's most English-friendly lifestyle residency — world-class infrastructure, multicultural food scene, and the Premium Visa Program for long-term ease.

From

MYR 1.5M minimum in liquid assets

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5-year renewable residency in

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Singapore

The world's #1 passport, zero capital gains tax, and Asia's premier financial hub — the ultimate global citizen base.

From

SGD 10,000,000 investment into a new or

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PR granted within 6–9 months o

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Australia

Sun, stability, and a world-class points-based immigration system — with an investor stream for those who qualify.

From

AUD 5,000,000 in complying investments

Passport rank

#7 · 186 destinations

Full dossier →

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New Zealand

The world's most politically stable nation with stunning natural beauty and a welcoming Active Investor Plus visa for HNW individuals.

From

NZD 5,000,000 minimum

Passport rank

#3 · 191 destinations

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Latin America · 2 programmes

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Paraguay

South America's hidden tax secret — territorial taxation, some of the world's cheapest residency, and fast-track naturalisation in 3 years.

From

USD 5,000 deposited in a Paraguayan bank

Residency

Permanent residency in 1–3 mon

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Colombia

From eternal spring in Medellín to Caribbean sunsets in Cartagena — Colombia's transformation is Latin America's great comeback story.

From

Minimum 350 UVT

Residency

Visa valid 1–3 years, renewabl

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Pacific & Oceania · 1 programme

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Vanuatu

The world's fastest legitimate citizenship program — passport in hand in as little as 30 days.

From

USD 130,000 single applicant

Passport rank

#51 · 98 destinations

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Africa · 1 programme

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São Tomé & Príncipe

Africa's emerging CBI gem — a Portuguese-speaking island nation offering EU-pathway residency and untouched natural beauty.

From

USD 50,000 real estate or business inves

Passport rank

#75 · 71 destinations

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Eastern Mediterranean (EU) · 1 programme

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Cyprus

EU non-dom tax residency, 326 sunny days a year, and a strategic crossroads between Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

From

EUR 300,000 in new residential or commer

Residency

Permanent residency in 2–3 mon

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Central America · 1 programme

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Panama

The Americas' premier tax residency hub — territorial taxation, dollarised economy, and the world's most famous canal connecting two oceans.

From

USD 300,000 in securities, USD 300,000 b

Residency

Permanent residency in 3–4 mon

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Western Balkans (EU Candidate) · 1 programme

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Montenegro

The Adriatic's fastest-rising star — EU candidate with a flat 9–15% tax rate, stunning coastline, and a revived citizenship investment program.

From

EUR 250,000+ in registered real estate

Residency

Temporary residence in 1–3 mon

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North America · 3 programmes

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Residency

Mexico

From Mexico City's cultural renaissance to Tulum's Caribbean shores — the Americas' most compelling lifestyle destination at a fraction of US costs.

From

USD 2,500–3,000/month income or USD 48,0

Residency

Initial 1-year permit (renewab

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United States

The world's largest economy — unmatched opportunity, deep capital markets, and a coveted green card for investors.

From

USD 800,000

Passport rank

#7 · 186 destinations

Full dossier →

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Canada

Points-based immigration designed for skilled professionals, with a clear path from PR to citizenship in three years.

From

Requires commitment letter from designat

Passport rank

#7 · 186 destinations

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