"Is it correct to modify rules to get US citizenship and then sell it for a big amount?" was the topic of an online debate shortly after US President donald trump revealed that he would be giving away a permanent premium citizenship card, known as the "Gold Card," for an astounding $5 million.
 
People expressed differing views while keeping in mind that these policies would help the US economy.  But there was a sharp rise in the number of people looking for counties that offered money-for-visas.
 
The following list of nations offers citizenship in return for cash or investments:
 
Numerous nations provide resident permits or visas in return for monetary contributions.  "Golden Visas" or investment-based visa schemes are common names for them.  The following list of nations provides similar programs:
 
1. Europe

Portugal - Golden Visa through real estate, business, or investment.
Spain - Golden Visa for real estate, business, or government bonds.
Greece - Golden Visa with real estate investment (€250,000+).
Malta - Citizenship by investment or permanent residency.
Cyprus - Residency by investment (though the citizenship program is closed).
Italy - Investor Visa for business or government bonds.
Ireland - Investor Visa for business, real estate, or government bonds.

2. The Americas

United States - EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program (minimum $800,000 investment).
Canada - Quebec Immigrant Investor Program (paused as of now).
Dominica - Citizenship by Investment (starting at $100,000).
St. Kitts & Nevis - Citizenship by Investment (starting at $250,000).
Antigua & Barbuda - Citizenship by Investment (starting at $100,000).
Grenada - Citizenship by Investment (starting at $150,000).
St. Lucia - Citizenship by Investment (starting at $100,000).

3. Asia & Middle East

UAE (Dubai) - Investor and property-based residency visas.
Turkey - Citizenship by investing $400,000+ in real estate.
Thailand - Elite Visa (long-term residency for a fee).
Malaysia - MM2H (Malaysia My Second Home) program for long-term residency.
Singapore - Global Investor Program (for business investment).

4. Oceania

Australia - Significant Investor Visa (AUD 5 million investment).
New Zealand - Investor Visa (NZD 3+ million investment).
These programs typically require investment in real estate, business, government bonds, or donations.
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27/02/2025 09:41 AM