Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programmes allow individuals to legally obtain a second passport by making a significant financial contribution to another country.
These programmes are popular because they are faster and more straightforward than traditional immigration routes. In return, successful applicants enjoy benefits such as visa-free travel, wider business opportunities, and the possibility of holding dual citizenship.
In this article, Tribune Online highlights 8 easiest and most popular countries where citizenship can be obtained through investment.
Grenada’s citizenship by investment programme allows applicants to obtain citizenship through a contribution to the National Transformation Fund or by investing in government-approved real estate projects. The Grenadian passport offers visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to more than 140 countries.
Dominica is well known for its affordable and efficient citizenship by investment programme.
Applicants may make a non-refundable contribution of at least $200,000 to the Economic Development Fund or invest the same amount in approved real estate projects.The programme also allows family members to be included in one application.
St Kitts and Nevis run the world’s oldest citizenship by investment programme and it remains one of the most reputable. Applicants may invest in government-approved real estate starting from $400,000, or choose a higher investment of $800,000 with a shorter holding period.
Alternatively, a non-refundable contribution of at least $250,000 can be made to the Sustainable Growth Fund.
Turkey offers one of the fastest routes to citizenship through investment. The most popular option is the purchase of real estate valued at a minimum of $400,000. In many cases, Turkish citizenship can be granted within six months.
Antigua and Barbuda operate one of the most affordable citizenship by investment programmes in the Caribbean. Applicants may make a one-time donation of at least $230,000 to the National Development Fund or invest $400,000 in an approved real estate project, which must be held for five years.
An Antigua and Barbuda passport allows visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 150 countries and permits dual citizenship.
St Lucia offers flexible citizenship by investment options, with the minimum investment starting from $240,000. The programme is straightforward and suitable for individuals seeking a second passport with relatively low processing complexity.
Malta is one of the few European Union countries that offer citizenship through investment . It is an English-speaking country with a stable economy and full access to the European Union.
Applicants can obtain Maltese citizenship through a combination of donations and investments. A contribution of €600,000 is required after residing in Malta for 36 months, while a faster 12-month route requires €750,000. In addition, applicants must either purchase property worth at least €700,000 or rent a property with a minimum annual lease of €16,000.
Vanuatu operates one of the fastest and simplest citizenship by investment programmes in the world. The process is often completed within a few months and allows for dual citizenship. There is no physical residence requirement.
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