FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
General
Citizenship by Investment is a program offered by certain countries that allows individuals to obtain citizenship in exchange for a significant financial investment in that country’s economy, typically through real estate, bonds, or a national development fund.
Benefits include increased global mobility (visa-free travel), enhanced personal and financial security, tax planning opportunities, and access to world-class education and healthcare systems.
The processing time varies significantly by country, ranging from a few months to several years. We will provide estimated timelines for each program.
Yes, most CBI programs allow for the inclusion of immediate family members, typically including a spouse and dependent children, and sometimes dependent parents or grandparents.
Yes, most CBI programs allow for the inclusion of immediate family members, typically including a spouse and dependent children, and sometimes dependent parents or grandparents.
Yes, most CBI programs allow for the inclusion of immediate family members, typically including a spouse and dependent children, and sometimes dependent parents or grandparents.
All CBI programs require rigorous due diligence checks on applicants to ensure they have a clean criminal record and that their funds are from legitimate sources. This is a crucial step to maintain the integrity of the programs.
Business Management Consultancy involves providing expert advice and solutions to organizations to improve their performance, solve problems, and achieve their strategic goals. This can cover areas like market entry, operational efficiency, financial management, and strategic planning.
Consultants bring an objective, outside perspective, specialized expertise, and a fresh approach to challenges. They can help identify opportunities, streamline processes, mitigate risks, and accelerate growth.
We work with a wide range of businesses, from startups looking to establish an international presence to established corporations seeking expansion or operational optimization in global markets.
Country-Specific FAQs
USA (United States of America)
The minimum investment is typically $800,000 for projects located in Targeted Employment Areas (TEAs) or $1,050,000 in other areas.
Yes, the EB-5 program allows the investor’s spouse and unmarried children under the age of 21 to obtain conditional and then permanent resident status.
Key considerations include navigating complex federal and state regulations, understanding local market dynamics, tax implications, labor laws, and intellectual property protection. We provide guidance on business registration, legal structures, and compliance.
Canada
Programs like the Startup Visa Program (requiring support from a designated Canadian organization), various Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) for entrepreneurs and investors, and the former Quebec Immigrant Investor Program (QIIP – currently paused) have offered pathways to PR through investment or business establishment. Requirements vary significantly by program and province.
To be eligible for Canadian citizenship, you generally need to have resided in Canada for at least 1,095 days (three years) in the five years before applying, meet language proficiency requirements, and pass a citizenship test (if applicable).
We assist with developing comprehensive business plans, identifying suitable investment immigration streams, preparing and submitting applications, and navigating the provincial and federal immigration processes.
Challenges can include understanding diverse provincial regulations, securing appropriate funding, navigating the labor market, and establishing a robust supply chain. Our consultancy helps mitigate these challenges through strategic planning and local insights.
Dubai & Abu Dhabi (UAE - United Arab Emirates)
Investment options typically include real estate investments (e.g., property worth AED 2 million or more), public investments in investment funds, or establishing a company with specific capital requirements.
While the Golden Visa offers long-term residency, it does not directly lead to UAE citizenship. UAE citizenship is primarily granted based on lineage, naturalization after extended residency (often requiring fluency in Arabic and renunciation of other nationalities), or exceptional contributions.
Advantages include a tax-free environment (for personal income and some corporate taxes), strategic geographical location, world-class infrastructure, ease of doing business in free zones, and a supportive government for foreign investment.
We provide end-to-end services for business setup in the UAE, including company registration in free zones or mainland, license acquisition, visa processing, office space solutions, and navigating local regulations.
UK (United Kingdom)
This visa is for entrepreneurs with an innovative, viable, and scalable business idea endorsed by an approved body. While there isn’t a strict minimum investment amount, you need sufficient funds to invest in your business and support yourself.
We can guide you on the available visa routes, assist with business plan development for innovator visas, connect you with endorsing bodies, and provide comprehensive support for business setup and compliance in the UK.
Challenges can include navigating post-Brexit regulations, understanding UK tax laws (e.g., corporation tax, VAT), competition in established markets, and securing appropriate talent. We offer strategic advice to overcome these.
Türkiye (Turkey)
Investment options typically include real estate investments (e.g., property worth AED 2 million or more), public investments in investment funds, or establishing a company with specific capital requirements.
The process for Turkish citizenship by investment is generally quite fast, typically taking 3 to 6 months.
While you need to visit Türkiye for biometric data submission and potentially for property transactions, there is no long-term residency requirement to obtain citizenship through investment.
Türkiye offers a strategic location connecting Europe and Asia, a large domestic market, a young and dynamic workforce, and various incentives for foreign investors. Our consultancy can assist with market analysis, company formation, and regulatory compliance.
India
While not leading to direct citizenship, India offers various visa categories and investment schemes for foreign nationals looking to reside or do business. For example, the Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card provides lifelong visa-free travel to India and allows for certain residency and economic rights for persons of Indian origin, but it is not Indian citizenship.
India presents a vast and growing market, but businesses need to navigate complex regulatory frameworks, diverse state-level regulations, cultural nuances, and competitive landscapes. Key areas include business registration, foreign direct investment (FDI) policies, taxation, and labour laws.
We provide comprehensive support for foreign businesses entering India, including market feasibility studies, identifying suitable legal structures (e.g., liaison office, branch office, subsidiary), obtaining necessary registrations and licenses, and advising on compliance with Indian laws.
Challenges can include bureaucracy, land acquisition issues, infrastructure limitations in some areas, and understanding consumer preferences. Our consultancy helps in mitigating these by offering localized insights and strategic partnerships.
Malta
The program requires a significant contribution, typically including:
* A direct investment of €600,000 (after 36 months of residency) or €750,000 (after 12 months of residency).
* Purchase of a residential property worth at least €700,000 or a minimum annual rent of €16,000 for five years.
* A philanthropic donation of €10,000 to a registered NGO.
Yes, a residency period of either 12 or 36 months is a prerequisite for applying for citizenship under this program, depending on the direct investment amount.
Maltese citizenship grants full EU citizenship, allowing freedom of movement, residence, and work within all 27 EU member states, as well as visa-free access to numerous countries worldwide.
We offer services for company formation, tax planning, regulatory compliance, and market entry strategies in Malta, leveraging its position as an EU member state and a favourable business environment.
Greece
The Greek Golden Visa provides a path to permanent residency. After holding the Golden Visa for a minimum of seven years, and meeting specific physical presence requirements, language proficiency (Greek), and cultural knowledge, investors can apply for Greek citizenship through naturalization.
The most common option is a real estate investment. The minimum investment is €250,000 in most areas, with a higher threshold of €400,000 or €800,000 in certain high-demand areas like Athens, Thessaloniki, Mykonos, and Santorini.
: No, there is no minimum stay requirement to maintain the Golden Visa residency permit itself. However, to apply for citizenship, you must meet the 7-year continuous residency requirement (at least 183 days per year) and demonstrate integration.
Greece offers opportunities in tourism, real estate, renewable energy, and technology. As an EU member, it provides access to the European single market. Our consultancy can assist with identifying investment properties, legal compliance, and business setup.