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Residence and Citizenship Countries

A growing number of countries host residence and citizenship by investment programs (also known as golden visa programs) that offer a variety of attractive investment options designed to cater to each family’s unique requirements.

In an unsettled, ever-changing world, wealthy individuals need a plan B for themselves and their families. Below is the entire range of residence and citizenship programs Henley & Partners is proud to offer our clients.

Residence and Citizenship Countries

Europe

 Minimum Capital

 Key Benefit

Austria Austria

Citizenship

Substantial contribution to the Austrian economy

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

Austria Austria

Residence

EUR 50,000 in liquid funds, German language skills, permanent accommodation, and more

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

Bulgaria Bulgaria

Residence

EUR 512,000

The right to live, work, and study in Bulgaria

Cyprus Cyprus

Residence

EUR 300,000

The right to live and study in Cyprus

Greece Greece

Residence

EUR 250,000

Freedom of travel to Greece and Europe’s Schengen Area

Hungary Hungary

Residence

EUR 250,000

The right to live and work in Hungary

Italy Italy

Residence

EUR 250,000

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

Jersey Jersey

Residence

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

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

Latvia Latvia

Residence

EUR 60,000

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

Luxembourg Luxembourg

Residence

EUR 500,000

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

Malta Malta

Citizenship

Exceptional achievements, contributions, or service to Malta

A spouse or partner and dependent children may be included, subject to eligibility as provided by law

Malta Malta

Residence

EUR 169,000

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

Monaco Monaco

Residence

No minimum investment

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

Montenegro Montenegro

Residence

No minimum investment

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

North Macedonia North Macedonia

Citizenship

EUR 200,000

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

Portugal Portugal

Residence

EUR 250,000

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

Serbia Serbia

Residence

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

The right to live, work, and study in Serbia

Switzerland Switzerland

Residence

CHF 250,000 in annual taxes

First-class infrastructure and excellent banking facilities

Türkiye Türkiye

Citizenship

USD 400,000

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

United Kingdom United Kingdom

Residence

Innovative, scaling business

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

Caribbean

 Minimum Capital

 Key Benefit

Antigua and Barbuda Antigua and Barbuda

Citizenship

USD 230,000

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

The Bahamas The Bahamas

Residence

USD 1 million

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

Cayman Islands Cayman Islands

Residence

USD 1.2 million or 10% ownership in Cayman Islands business

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

Dominica Dominica

Citizenship

USD 200,000

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

Dominican Republic Dominican Republic

Residence

USD 200,000

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

Grenada Grenada

Citizenship

USD 235,000

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 St. Kitts and Nevis

Citizenship

USD 250,000

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

St. Lucia St. Lucia

Citizenship

USD 240,000

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

The Americas

 Minimum Capital

 Key Benefit

Argentina Argentina

Citizenship

Launching in H2 2026

A credible citizenship with settlement rights across the nine Mercosur states and visa-free access to Europe’s Schengen Area

Canada Canada

Residence

CAD 1.2 million (QIIP)

The right to live, work, and study in Canada

Costa Rica Costa Rica

Residence

USD 150,000 (Investor Residence)

The right to live and retire anywhere in Costa Rica

Mexico Mexico

Residence

USD 280,000

Temporary residence in Mexico for up to four years, with the option to apply for permanent residence thereafter

Panama Panama

Residence

USD 100,000

The right to live, work, and study in Panama

United States of America United States of America

Residence

USD 800,000

The right to live, work, and study without restriction in the USA

Official coat of arms of Uruguay, featuring a sun, shield, and laurel wreath. Uruguay

Residence

Minimum monthly income of USD 1,000

The right to live, work, and study in Uruguay, with eligibility for citizenship after three to five years

Middle East

 Minimum Capital

 Key Benefit

Jordan Jordan

Citizenship

JOD 350,000

The right to live, work, and study in Jordan

Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia

Residence

Annual fee of SAR 100,000 or one-time fee of SAR 800,000

The right to live and work in Saudi Arabia, with the option to include eligible family members

United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates

Residence

AED 1 million

The right to live in any of the seven emirates of the UAE

Asia

 Minimum Capital

 Key Benefit

Hong Kong Hong Kong

Residence

HKD 30 million

Strategic location and premier gateway for trade and investment to and from mainland China

Malaysia Malaysia

Residence

MYR 1 million

Long-term, multiple-entry visa enabling applicants and their families to live in Malaysia

Maldives Maldives

Residence

Launching in H2 2026

Permanent residence in one of the world's most desirable island destinations. Register your interest today

Singapore Singapore

Residence

SGD 10 million

World-class education, healthcare, and transport systems

Thailand Thailand

Residence

THB 650,000

Long-term residence permit, with privileged VIP treatment on arrival in Thailand

Oceania

 Minimum Capital

 Key Benefit

Australia Australia

Residence

No financial contribution

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

Nauru Nauru

Citizenship

USD 120,000 (USD 95,000 under a limited time offer)

Secure a safe second citizenship and enhance global mobility with access to strategic destinations

New Zealand New Zealand

Residence

NZD 5 million

The right to live, work, and study without restriction in New Zealand

Africa

 Minimum Capital

 Key Benefit

Egypt Egypt

Citizenship

USD 250,000

Freedom of travel to Egypt, Jordan, Hong Kong, and Malaysia, among others

Mauritius Mauritius

Residence

USD 375,000

The right to live, work, and retire in Mauritius

São Tomé and Príncipe São Tomé and Príncipe

Citizenship

USD 95,000

A cost effective and efficient citizenship by investment program with no residence or physical presence requirements

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As the global leader in residence and citizenship planning, Henley & Partners is best placed to advise you and your family. Contact us for a free consultation.

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