Top 5 PR Visas by Investment in 2024

Highlights: Top PR visas for investors in 2024

• Golden visa programes provide investors with many benefits and advantages, along with a chance to get citizenship or permanent residence.
• Investors must consider factors such as ROI, budget, duration of residency, mobility, and citizenship options before choosing the right program.
• Talent visas and start-up visas also offer a path to citizenship or residency.
• Greece, Cyprus, Italy, Spain, and Malta emerged as the top countries for Golden visa programs in 2024.

 

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Golden visa program for investors

Foreign nationals can obtain a permanent residency permit under golden visa programs by investing a certain amount of money in the host nation. These programs appeal to investors seeking diversification, new markets, improved quality of life, or even second citizenship. Selecting the right program is crucial, with considerations ranging from budget to citizenship options.

 

Key factors on choosing the right golden visa program

Budget: The minimum investment criteria for several golden visa programs vary widely, from as small as €250,000 to €2 million or more. Investors should assess their financial capabilities and risk tolerance while choosing the right program.

Return: ROI depends on investment type, location, market conditions, tax codes, and exit strategies. Understanding ROI is crucial for correct decision-making.

Duration: Certain Golden visa programs are valid for an extended period of time and offer quick processing, while others involve lengthy procedures and frequent renewals.

Mobility: Benefits of golden visa programs are determined by the host country's international ties. Some programs offer limited travel options, while others allow travelling to more than 100 countries without the need for a visa.

Citizenship: Host nation’s naturalization laws dictate which programs are eligible for citizenship. Some programs allow citizenship application after a period of time, while others may not offer this option.

 

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Talent and start-up visas offer path to residency or citizenship

Apart from traditional investment routes, talent visas and start-up visas offer path to residency or citizenship in a foreign country. These specialized visas target highly skilled individuals, creators, entrepreneurs, and inventors, contributing to the economy, society, and culture of their new nation.

 

French tech visa helps non-EU individuals in obtaining a resident permit, streamlining the process for company owners, employees, and investors. Estonian Start-up visa is designed for tech-driven businesses, providing a pathway for entrepreneurs to contribute to Estonia's innovation ecosystem. Countries like the USA, UK, Australia, and New Zealand compete for tech talent through talent visas and start-up visa programs.

 

Analysis of top Golden visa programs in 2024

Country	Minimum Investment	Validity of residence permit	Eligible to enter countries without visa
Greece	€250,000 in bonds or shares €400,000 in real estate	Residency permit can be renewed indefinitely with a five-year expiration date	Candidates can enter 26 Schengen countries without requiring a visa
Cyprus	€2 million in company or funds €300,000 in real estate	Lifetime residency permit without requiring renewal	Candidates can enter 173 Schengen countries without requiring a visa
Italy	€250,000 to €1 million depending on the project	Residence visa valid for two years, and renewable every three years	-
Spain	€500,000 to €2 million based on the type of investment	Resident visa valid for two years, renewable every five years and can obtain citizenship after 10 years of residency	Candidates can enter 26 Schengen countries without requiring a visa
Malta	Investment of  €600,000 to  €750,000 depending on the type of program	Residency permit is valid for lifetime but has to be renewed every 5 years	Candidates can enter 26 Schengen countries without requiring a visa

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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