Despite the mass closure of programs for obtaining residency permits for citizens of the Russian Federation, some countries continue to cooperate with Russians and issue residency permits/citizenship in a short time.
Experts from the licensed agency GARANT. IN have selected various options for obtaining residency permits/citizenship through investments, where you can obtain a new status in a short period.
Vanuatu
- Contribution - $130,000
- Duration - 1-2 months
The island state offers an immediate passport for a non-refundable contribution not only to the applicant but also to their family members. Documents for processing can be submitted remotely, and citizenship can be obtained in the same way. There is no need to renounce the native passport since dual citizenship is recognized here.
Grenada
- Contribution - from $150,000
- Duration - 3-6 months
Another Caribbean state willing to issue a passport to the applicant and their family members for investments. You can make a non-refundable contribution or buy a share in a hotel. It's important to note that the state personally monitors the projects participating in the investment program to prevent the applicant from investing in a loss-making project. A peculiarity is that passing the reliability check and submitting documents is possible only through a licensed agent. GARANT IN is a leading company in the field of investment immigration ready to assist you in this matter.
Turkey
- Contribution - from $70,000
- Duration - 6-8 months
Turkey also offers citizenship for investments in real estate. Buying property worth $70,000 allows you to apply for residency, and for investments over $400,000, you can apply for citizenship. Visa-free residence in Turkey is allowed for 60 to 90 days.
UAE
- Contribution - from $205,000
- Duration - 2-3 months
The UAE offers residency visas (an equivalent of residency permits in other countries) for purchasing real estate. By buying properties worth $205,000, you can get a visa valid for 2 years, and for real estate purchases over $545,000, you can apply for a "golden visa." A feature is that UAE visas can be renewed indefinitely if the applicant meets all requirements. Relocating a business to the UAE takes only 2 weeks.
Serbia
- Contribution - from €250,000
- Duration - 3 months
Serbia offers citizenship under the incentive program through investments. To obtain Serbian citizenship, you need to make a non-refundable contribution or buy real estate worth at least €250,000. Another option is to invest in business for at least €500,000. Investments must be maintained for a minimum of 5 years to confirm the status.
Cyprus
- Contribution - from €300,000
- Duration - 2-3 months
Cyprus offers permanent residency for investments in real estate. The applicant needs to buy property worth at least €300,000, deposit €30,000 into a Cyprus bank, and pay VAT of €15,000. After that, they receive permanent residency, which is valid indefinitely. After 5 years of residency, the investor can apply for citizenship.
Georgia
- Contribution - from $300,000
- Duration - 1-2 months
Georgia issues residency permits to investors who have invested in the country's economy from $300,000 or bought real estate for a similar amount. Visa-free residence is allowed here, and obtaining residency is very fast. The new status is valid for 5 years, during which investments must be maintained.
Armenia
- Contribution - from $150,000
- Duration - 2-3 months
For a contribution to the country's economy from $150,000, you can apply for an Armenian passport. Investments are allowed in real estate, stocks, bonds, government funds. The passport allows visa-free visits to 65 countries, a simplified system for obtaining an E-2 business visa, and other benefits.
Italy
- Contribution - from €250,000
- Duration - 3-4 months
Italy offers residency permits for 2 years for contributions to innovative startups starting from €250,000. Residency can be extended for another 3 years, and after that, you can apply for Italian citizenship. After 5 years of obtaining residency, you can apply for an Italian passport.
Kazakhstan
- Contribution - from $100,000
- Duration - 15-30 days
In late 2022, Kazakhstan made another attempt to enter the "Golden Visa" market. To obtain a 10-year residency permit, you need to invest in securities, stocks, or real estate in the country. Kazakhstan's residency permit opens up excellent opportunities for cooperation with Central Asian markets. The new status can be obtained within 1 month. If you're unsure about which residency permit is optimal for your situation or where to start your migration journey, consult with Garant IN experts.
Our specialists will not only help you choose the optimal investment program but also comprehensively address all related issues: select real estate, process documents, gather certificates, assist with obtaining driver's licenses, and other documents. We know everything about investment programs and their requirements, so we'll help you implement your decision as quickly as possible.
