Golden Visas

US President has recently announced a new pathway for foreign investors to obtain permanent residency in the United States, termed the “Gold Card”.

• About Golden Visas: A residence-by-investment program that grants residency rights in exchange for a significant financial contribution to the host country.
• Types: Golden Visa - Grants residence rights & Golden Passport (Citizenship by Investment) - Provides full citizenship rights.

• Advantages of Golden Visas:

o For Individuals: Insurance against economic and political risk & Enhances global mobility and access to favorable jurisdictions.

o For Host Nations: Generates revenue through investment in real estate, bonds, and businesses, and helps countries revive struggling economies (e.g., Saint Kitts & Nevis in 1984, Portugal post-2008 financial crisis).

• Countries Offering Golden Visas: Over 100 countries, including - EU nations (Portugal, Spain, Greece, Malta) & Others (Australia, Canada, Italy, UK, Caribbean nations)