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Golden Visa Requirements by Country

Last updated: February 2026

Europe Programs

🇵🇹 Portugal (Golden Visa (ARI)): €250,000–€500,000+, 4-6 months, After 5 years of legal residence. 🇬🇷 Greece (Golden Visa): €250,000 / €400,000 / €800,000, 2-3 months, After 7 years of residence. 🇮🇹 Italy (Investor Visa): €250,000–€2,000,000+, 3-6 months, After 10 years of residence (or 4 years for EU citizens). 🇲🇹 Malta (Permanent Residence (MPRP)): €150,000+ (admin + contribution + property), 4-6 months, Separate naturalisation route available. 🇨🇾 Cyprus (Permanent Residence): €300,000+, 2-3 months, After 7 years of residence. 🇱🇺 Luxembourg (Investor Residence): €500,000 / €3,000,000 / €20,000,000, 4-6 months, After 5 years of residence. 🇲🇪 Montenegro (Residency by Investment): €250,000+, 2-4 months, After 10 years of legal residence. 🇭🇷 Croatia (Property Residence): No minimum (property ownership), 1-3 months, After 8 years of continuous residence. 🇷🇴 Romania (Investor Residence): €100,000+, 2-4 months, After 8 years of residence (or 4 years if married to Romanian). 🇷🇸 Serbia (Property Residence): No minimum (property ownership), 1-2 months, After 3 years of continuous residence. 🇦🇱 Albania (Property Residence): No minimum (property ownership), 1-3 months, After 5 years of continuous residence. 🇹🇷 Turkey (Residence Permit): US$200,000, 1-2 months, After 5 years of continuous residence (separate application). 🇹🇷 Turkey (Citizenship (CBI)): US$400,000+, 3-6 months, Direct citizenship upon approval.

Middle East Programs

🇶🇦 Qatar (Property Residency): Varies by property category, 1-3 months, Limited pathway. 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates (Golden Visa (10-year)): AED 2,000,000 (~US$545,000), 2-4 weeks, No citizenship pathway.

Caribbean Programs

🇦🇬 Antigua and Barbuda (CBI): ~US$230,000+ (donation route), 3-6 months, Direct citizenship. 🇩🇲 Dominica (CBI): US$200,000+ (real estate), 2-4 months, Direct citizenship. 🇬🇩 Grenada (CBI): ~US$235,000+ (donation) or ~US$270,000+ (real estate), 3-6 months, Direct citizenship. 🇰🇳 Saint Kitts and Nevis (CBI): US$250,000+ (SISC) or US$325,000+ (development), 2-4 months, Direct citizenship.

Americas Programs

🇺🇸 United States (EB-5 Visa): US$800,000 (TEA) or US$1,050,000 (standard), 12-36 months, After 5 years of permanent residence.

Asia-Pacific Programs

🇭🇰 Hong Kong (New CIES): HK$30,000,000 (~US$3.85M), 6-12 months, Permanent residency after 7 years. 🇸🇬 Singapore (GIP): S$10,000,000 / S$25,000,000, 6-12 months, After 2 years of permanent residence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which countries offer citizenship through Golden Visa investment?▾
Direct citizenship through investment is available in Turkey ($400,000), and several Caribbean nations including Dominica ($100,000), St. Kitts ($250,000), Grenada ($235,000), and Antigua ($230,000). Most European programs offer residence permits with a pathway to citizenship after 5-10 years.
What is the difference between a Golden Visa and citizenship by investment?▾
A Golden Visa typically grants a residence permit that allows you to live and travel within the country or region (like the EU Schengen area). Citizenship by investment (CBI) grants full citizenship with a passport. CBI programs are faster but usually more expensive.
Which Golden Visa gives access to the EU?▾
Golden Visa programs in EU member states (Greece, Portugal, Spain, Malta, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Cyprus) grant Schengen area travel rights. This allows visa-free travel across 27 EU countries. Non-EU programs like Turkey and UAE do not provide EU access.
Are Golden Visa investments refundable?▾
Property investments can be sold after a holding period (typically 3-5 years depending on the country). Government bonds and fund investments usually have defined exit timelines. The investment is not a fee — you retain ownership of the asset.
What are the tax implications of a Golden Visa?▾
Tax obligations depend on your tax residency status, which is typically determined by spending 183+ days per year in a country. Many Golden Visa holders maintain their original tax residency. Portugal offers the Non-Habitual Resident (NHR) tax regime. Consult a tax advisor for your specific situation.
Can I work in the country with a Golden Visa?▾
Most Golden Visa residence permits include the right to work. However, some programs like Portugal and Greece may require additional permits for employment. Self-employment and business activities are generally permitted.
How often do Golden Visa requirements change?▾
Requirements change frequently. Portugal doubled its minimum investment in 2022, Greece raised thresholds in key areas in 2024, and the UK closed its investor visa entirely. We verify all program data against official government sources monthly.
What documents do I need for a Golden Visa application?▾
Common requirements include: valid passport, proof of investment, clean criminal record, health insurance, proof of funds, property documents (title deed, valuation), and passport photos. Some countries require apostilled documents and certified translations.

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