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8 Countries That Will Give You Citizenship For Buying Property
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Travel in Style
8 Countries That Will Give You Citizenship For Buying Property
Dreaming of moving abroad? The path to foreign citizenship is in sight in these stunning countries.
If you've ever imagined packing up your life and moving across the world, you're not alone. Whether you picture bringing along your family or taking the leap as a digital nomad, there's no shortage of beautiful destinations that offer paths to citizenship.
Many of these European countries use a golden visa program that allows you to work, live, and travel around the continent. Then, after a fixed amount of time living in your country of choice, you can apply for citizenship.
From tropical islands to bustling cities, here's where you can do it.
1. Portugal
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Rich history, blue seas, and a vibrant lifestyle, Portugal is at the top of our list for good reason. There are several pathways to citizenship in Portugal, but the most common is through a Golden Visa. One way is to qualify for the visa is to make a significant investment in the country. This includes purchasing a property over 250,000 Euros, which grants you the ability to work and live there for up to five years. After those five years, you have the opportunity to apply for citizenship.
2. Turkey
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Turkey's Citizenship by Investment program offers residency, citizenship, and a Turkish passport. Similar to Portugal, the purchase of real estate worth at least 400,000 Euros sets you on the path to citizenship.
3. Malta
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This Mediterranean island is beautiful and has one of the strongest passports in the world for visa-free travel. Malta offers several investment paths to citizenship starting at 182,000 Euros, but fair warning—between several qualifying investments and a non-refundable administration fee, Malta's Permanent Residence Programme is pricey.
4. Antigua and Barbuda
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Dream of the island life in Antigua and Barbuda! Through the purchase of real estate with a minimum value of $300,000 USD, or a joint investment from two applicants, you can obtain citizenship.
5. United Arab Emirates (Dubai)
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The UAE'S Golden Visa program is open to investors interested in purchasing property valued at two million AED (around $545,000 USD) in a designated zone for foreign ownership. The biggest obstacle to citizenship is that you must be invited to obtain it. If you prove that you’re contributing to the nation’s development and reputation, you may be invited to become a citizen by the Executive Council, Ruler, or Crown Prince Courts in Dubai.
6. St. Kitts and Nevis
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Between pristine beaches, tropical rainforests, and no personal taxes, there are plenty of reasons to consider a move to St. Kitts and Nevis. To get citizenship via real estate, you must make a minimum purchase worth $325,000 for resort hotel shares or $600,000 for a private home or condo.
7. Spain
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With majestic landscapes and a vibrant culture, Spain is a delightful place to imagine living. Through the country's Golden Visa program, foreigners must acquire real estate with a minimum value of $500,000 Euros. After 10 years of residence in Spain, you can apply for citizenship.
8. Greece
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Live out your Mamma Mia! dreams on a magical Greek island. Even better, Greece's golden visa offers one of the most affordable residence by investment programs in Europe. For a minimum real estate investment of about $270,000, individuals and their families can live and work in Greece. After seven years, you can apply for citizenship.
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