Obtain a second residency

Enhance your lifestyle, protect your assets and secure lifelong optionality

RESIDENCY BY INVESTMENT

Residency by Investment (RBI) programs—often referred to as Golden Visas—provide a structured route to legal residency in another country through a qualifying investment. Rather than relying on employment sponsorship or long-term relocation first, RBI offers a clear, policy-backed pathway with defined requirements and timelines.

A second residency can give you the right to live, work or study in the host country, along with visa-free travel within certain regions. For globally minded investors and families, RBI is a practical planning tool to secure lifelong optionality: it strengthens mobility, expands lifestyle options, and creates a stable second base that can be maintained alongside your primary home.

Residency by Investment

Top Residence Programs

France

The French Passeport Talent Visa is a distinguished residency pathway designed for global entrepreneurs, investors, and high-caliber talent seeking a long-term base in France.

Latvia

Latvia's Residency by Investment program offers non-EU citizens a pathway to EU residency with a minimum investment of EUR 50,000 in a Latvian company, EUR 250,000 in real estate, or EUR 280,000 in a bank deposit.

Malta

Picturesque Mediterranean gem steeped in history and culture, offers a harmonious blend of ancient charm and modern sophistication.

Portugal

Portugal, a land of historic charm and scenic beauty, offers residency through its Golden Visa Program, starting from a minimum investment of €500,000.

Why Secure A Second Residency?

Stability for Your Family and Capital

Second residency creates a practical “second base” in a stable jurisdiction—reducing your reliance on a single country for residency, travel access, and long-term planning, allowing you to diversify internationally while securing a reliable residency option for you and your family. It’s not just a residency card—it’s a resilience layer that supports lifestyle flexibility, wealth continuity, and the ability to move quickly when conditions change.

High Quality of Life

With a second residency, you and your family can access strong education pathways and high-standard healthcare systems—supporting a higher day-to-day standard of living and long-term wellbeing. It also creates flexibility to spend more time in an environment that aligns with your family’s priorities, while opening doors to professional and personal growth over the years.

Enhanced Global Mobility

Second residency can expand your travel flexibility by improving access across key regions—often enabling easier movement within major economic zones and, in some cases, simplified entry to a wider set of destinations. For investors and internationally active families, this reduces friction for business travel, lifestyle planning, and time spent across borders—without relying on short-term visitor solutions.

A Clear Path to Permanent Residency

RBI frameworks are often designed to progress from temporary residency to long-term residency—and, in some jurisdictions, eventual citizenship—provided you meet the program’s renewal and compliance requirements. This creates a structured, predictable route to securing enduring status for you and your family in a stable environment, without needing to make an immediate full relocation.

Key Facts About Citizenship by Investment

What is a Second Residency/Golden Visa?

A second residency, also known as a Golden Visa, is a residency permit offered by certain countries in exchange for a qualifying investment. It allows you and your family to live, work, and study in the host country and can also provide easier travel access across key regions, depending on the jurisdiction.

What types of investments qualify for a Golden Visa?

Qualifying investments vary by jurisdiction, but commonly include approved real estate purchases, investment into local businesses, government bonds, or job creation through entrepreneurship. Each program sets its own minimum investment thresholds and eligibility criteria.

Can my family members also get residency through a Golden Visa?

Yes. Most programs allow you to include immediate family members, such as a spouse and dependent children, under the same application. Some jurisdictions may also permit the inclusion of parents—and in certain cases, grandparents—subject to dependency and program-specific rules.

Do I need to live in the country full-time to maintain my residency?

This depends on the specific Golden Visa program. Some countries have minimal stay requirements—such as a few weeks per year—while others may require a longer period of physical presence to maintain residency or to become eligible for permanent residency or citizenship over time.

How long does it take to get a Golden Visa?

Processing timelines for Golden Visa applications vary by country and can range from a few months to a year. Timing typically depends on application completeness, the investment route selected, due diligence checks, and the jurisdiction’s processing procedures.

What are the benefits of obtaining a Golden Visa?

A Golden Visa grants residency in a stable country, improved travel access across certain regions, and access to strong healthcare and education systems. In many jurisdictions, it can also provide a structured pathway toward long-term residency and, potentially, citizenship. For families and internationally active investors, it adds security, flexibility, and diversification across jurisdictions.

Can I apply for citizenship after getting a Golden Visa?

Yes, in many cases, Golden Visa holders can apply for citizenship after meeting the program’s residency and eligibility requirements. These vary by country but typically include maintaining residency for a defined number of years, meeting any physical presence rules, completing language or civic requirements where applicable, and keeping the qualifying investment in place for the required period.

What are the tax implications of a Golden Visa?

Tax treatment varies by country. In many cases, holding a Golden Visa does not automatically make you a tax resident unless you meet the jurisdiction’s residency thresholds (often based on days spent in-country). Some jurisdictions may also offer preferential tax regimes for new residents. For an accurate view based on your circumstances, please contact us.

Can I sell my investment after receiving a Golden Visa?

Typically, you must maintain the qualifying investment for a defined holding period—often around five years—to keep your residency status active. After that period, many programs allow you to exit or sell the investment without losing residency rights, but this depends on the jurisdiction’s specific rules and renewal requirements.

Which countries offer Golden Visa programs?

Several countries offer Golden Visa or Residency by Investment programs across Europe and other key regions, such as France, Portugal, Greece, Malta, Latvia, and the UAE. Each jurisdiction sets its own requirements, benefits, and qualifying investment routes—so the best option depends on your priorities, such as:

Minimum investment level and capital preservation
Processing timeline and renewal conditions
Stay requirements and long-term residency pathway
Family eligibility and dependent definitions
Tax implications and lifestyle considerations