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Global Visa Programmes 2026
26 active programmes across citizenship and residency routes — verified and updated for 2026.
Citizenship by Investment
10 programmes$250,000
World's oldest CBI programme since 1984. Sustainable Island State Contribution (SISC) donation from $250,000 (base contribution) plus due diligence and government fees. No residency requirement.
€169,000+
Malta Citizenship by Naturalisation for Exceptional Services by Direct Investment: contribution €600,000 (after 36 months residency) or €750,000 (after 12 months), plus qualifying property purchase/rental and €10,000 charitable donation. Subject to Malta eligibility and due diligence.
$230,000+
Citizenship by Investment via National Development Fund (NDF): from $230,000 for a family of up to four (plus due diligence and fees). 5 days physical presence required within the first 5 years. E-2 US visa eligible passport.
$235,000
Only Caribbean CBI passport qualifying for the US E-2 investor visa. National Transformation Fund (NTF) donation from $235,000 (commonly covers a family of up to four) or approved real estate from $270,000 plus fees. No residency requirement.
$200,000
Citizenship by Investment via Economic Diversification Fund (EDF): $200,000 for a main applicant, or $250,000 for a main applicant plus up to three dependants (plus fees). No residency requirement.
$240,000
Citizenship by Investment via National Economic Fund: $240,000 (main applicant + up to three dependants) plus due diligence and government fees. No minimum stay requirement.
$130,000
Vanuatu Development Support Program (DSP): from $130,000 for a single applicant (plus fees). Processing is typically 1–2 months. Note: EU/Schengen visa-free access was revoked (Dec 2024), so travel benefits are reduced in 2026.
$90,000
Nauru Economic and Climate Resilience Citizenship Program (NECRCP): standard contribution from $115,000, with a limited-time $90,000 principal offer through June 2026 (plus fees). No residency requirement; expanded dependent eligibility was announced in 2026.
$400,000
Turkish citizenship via real estate purchase from $400,000 with a 3-year holding requirement. No residency requirement. Processing time varies by case and documentation.
$282,000 +
Jordan restructured its citizenship-by-investment framework (July 2025). 2026 routes are business-led and may require active investment and job creation; thresholds vary by category (e.g., ~JOD 350,000 outside Amman, or higher for sector routes), plus approvals are capped annually.
Residency by Investment
16 programmes€500,000
Portugal Golden Visa: €500,000 via CMVM-regulated fund investment remains a primary route in 2026 (real estate route removed since 2023). Low physical presence requirement (commonly ~7 days/year). Citizenship eligibility timeline depends on Portuguese law and individual case.
€250,000
Greece Golden Visa (real estate): €800,000 in designated high-demand areas; €400,000 elsewhere, with limited €250,000 exceptions for certain conversion/restoration cases. No minimum stay requirement for permit renewals; rules on rentals and eligibility apply.
€250,000
Italy Investor Visa: from €250,000 (innovative startup). Other routes commonly include €500,000 (Italian company), €1,000,000 (donation), or €2,000,000 (government bonds). Renewals depend on maintaining the investment and status requirements.
$545,000 +
10-year UAE Golden Visa via AED 2,000,000 (~$545,000) real estate. Zero income tax. World's joint 5th strongest passport. No minimum stay requirement.
$150,000 (Silver) +
Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) 2026 operates in tiers (e.g., Silver/Gold/Platinum) with fixed deposits commonly starting around $150,000 (Silver) and higher tiers around $500,000 and $1,000,000, plus property purchase requirements and stay/renewal rules depending on tier and age.
$350,000
5 or 10-year Second Home Visa via IDR 2 billion (~$130,000) real estate or bank deposit. Permanent residency after 3 years. No minimum stay requirement.
€60,000 +
Latvia residence permit by investment: company investment from €60,000 (plus state contribution), with alternative routes such as €250,000+ real estate (plus state fee) depending on eligibility. Permit validity and renewals depend on compliance with Latvian rules.
$800,000 / $1,050,000
US EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program: $800,000 for qualifying TEA / rural / certain infrastructure projects, or $1,050,000 for standard projects, plus job creation requirements (typically 10 full-time jobs). Processing timelines vary by category and country demand.
$300,000
Panama Qualified Investor (permanent residence): real estate from $300,000 through Oct 2026 (scheduled to increase afterward), with other qualifying routes such as securities or fixed-term bank deposit at higher thresholds. Investment must be maintained for the required holding period.
$200,000 / $1,000,000
Qatar real estate-linked residency tiers: about $200,000 for renewable long-term residency and about $1,000,000 for permanent residency (subject to eligibility, designated zones, and quotas). Zero personal income tax environment.
$675,000
South Africa's Financially Independent Permit offers direct permanent residency for high-net-worth individuals who can prove a net worth of at least ZAR 12 million. It grants the right to live, study, and work in the country with minimal physical presence requirements to maintain status.
$375,000
Mauritius residency is granted through investment in qualifying real estate (IRS, RES, PDS, or Smart City schemes ) with a minimum value of $375,000. The permit remains valid as long as the property is held and provides a stable, tax-efficient environment in a tropical setting.
$150,000 / $200,000
Costa Rica's 'Inversionista' category requires a minimum investment of $150,000 in real estate, business, or specific sectors (threshold recently updated to $200,000 in some categories). It offers a pathway to permanent residency after three years and is known for its stable environment and 'Pura Vida' lifestyle.
S$10,000,000 / S$25,000,000
The Global Investor Programme (GIP ) is the primary route to Singapore PR for high-net-worth individuals. Options include investing S$10M in a new business or S$25M in a GIP-approved fund. It is designed for established entrepreneurs and family office principals seeking a world-class financial hub.
THB 650,000 / $500,000
Thailand offers the 'Privilege Card' (starting at ~USD 18,000 for 5 years ) for long-term stay and the 'Long-Term Resident' (LTR) visa for wealthy global citizens requiring a $500,000 investment in Thai assets. Both provide ease of entry and high-end lifestyle benefits in Southeast Asia.
$20,000 / $75,000
The Philippines offers the Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV ) with a deposit starting at $20,000 (for those with pensions) and the Special Investor's Resident Visa (SIRV) requiring a $75,000 investment in local companies. It provides indefinite stay and multiple-entry privileges in a tropical archipelago.
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