What is a residency ?
Permanent residency is a visa status that allows an individual to reside in the country when he is not citizen. A permanent resident is entitled to live, work, study and access to the health care in the country. Depending on the country the laws are different from one country to another. To be eligible to apply for a permanent residence permit, individual must meet very specific criteria such as speaking the language, having worked in the country before. Depending on the country the criteria are subject to change.
What is a residency by investment ?
Residency by investment is the process of obtaining a permanent residency permit in a foreign country by investing in the country. Investment opportunities are defined and different to each country. The sectors and types of investment are therefore likely to change from one country to another.
GREECE
The Greek residency program is the most attractive in Europe currently due to a required investment of €250.000 in real estate.
MALTA
Malta is one of the most elite residency destinations in Europe thanks to the business and financial hub. The cumulative investment to get it starts from approximately €600.000.
PORTUGAL
The Portuguese residency program is one of the fastest programs in Europe, with an investment of €280.000 you can get your residency permit in only 6 months.
CYPRUS
The Cypriot residency program is one of the most secure programs, you can get your second residency permit in 2 months by investing a minimum of €300.000 into a property.
UNITED KINGDOM
The Investor Visa was created to allow individuals who want to make a substantial financial investment in the UK to obtain permission from the UK to enter as an investor.