Citizenship and Residence by Investment
Metropolitan Consulting provides professional support with citizenship by investment in the Caribbean, Turkey, São Tomé and Príncipe, and Vanuatu, as well as residency programmes in Europe, Oman, Thailand, and Georgia.
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Citizenship of the Caribbean Islands
Caribbean citizenship through investment is a quick and affordable way to facilitate easy travel around the world.
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Turkish Citizenship by Investment
A strategic tool for investors who value freedom, security and new opportunities.
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Citizenship of São Tomé and Príncipe
The São Tomé and Príncipe citizenship programme is a fast and affordable way to obtain a second citizenship with expanded international opportunities.
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Residence Permit in Spain
The Spain Digital Nomad Visa allows remote professionals to live legally in Europe while working for clients or employers outside Spain.
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Thailand Residency
Thailand remains one of the most attractive destinations for investors, entrepreneurs, remote professionals and retirees.
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Georgia Residency by Investment
Georgia offers an attractive destination for investors, entrepreneurs and those seeking an additional jurisdiction for living or business.
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Residence Permit in France for Financially Independent Persons
A residence permit in France is a long-term solution for those who wish to live legally in France while retaining lifestyle flexibility and freedom of movement across the Schengen area.
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Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment
Vanuatu offers a route to second citizenship through a contribution to the country’s development programme, with options for eligible family members.
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Greece Golden Visa
The Greece Golden Visa offers residency through qualifying real estate investment, with options for eligible family members and renewal subject to programme conditions.
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Oman Golden Visa
Oman’s Golden Visa offers residency for up to 10 years through qualifying investment and business routes, with options for eligible family members.
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Citizenship and Residence by Investment for You and Your Family
A second citizenship or residence permit abroad can support your plans for relocation, business, and your family’s future. Citizenship-by-investment options include programmes in the Caribbean, Turkey, São Tomé and Príncipe, and Vanuatu. Greece and Oman offer residency through investment, while other destinations provide options for financially independent individuals, remote professionals, and other eligible applicants. The rights, requirements, and benefits depend on the country and programme selected.
Each programme has its own nuances: a minimum investment amount, processing times and legal peculiarities.
We, Metropolitan Consulting, will help you choose the best option based on your preferences and fully handle the documentation for the citizenship or residence application of your chosen country.
What Are Citizenship and Residence by Investment Programmes?
Citizenship by investment allows eligible applicants to acquire citizenship through a qualifying investment or contribution under a country’s programme. Residence by investment provides a residence permit, with its duration and renewal conditions determined by the programme.
Vanuatu offers a citizenship-by-investment route, while the Golden Visa programmes in Greece and Oman provide residency. These residency programmes do not themselves grant citizenship.
Depending on the programme, qualifying routes may include real estate, business investment, financial assets, or a contribution to a designated fund. Each country sets its own eligibility requirements, investment thresholds, and rules for including family members.
As a rule, it is possible to invest in one or more areas:
- Residential and commercial real estate
- Investments in a country are also shares, bonds and deposits in a bank, as well as donations to a fund
- Business with a share capital of the required amount
Depending on the programme, eligible family members may be included in the application or apply for residency subsequently. Rules concerning spouses, children, parents, age limits, and financial dependency vary by country.
Advantages of Acquiring Citizenship Through Real Estate Investments
This method of investment is considered to be the most popular of all those offered. The investor can purchase one or more commercial or residential properties and apply for a passport.
The cost of approved real estate in the Caribbean is approximately as follows:
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Saint Kitts and Nevis — from USD 325,000 (most often a share in a resort complex).
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Citizenship of Grenada is issued under the same conditions, but the amount is reduced to USD 270,000.
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A Dominica passport can be obtained with the acquisition of real estate of USD 200,000.
In terms of real estate in the Caribbean islands, you own it nominally, since its maintenance and commercial benefits go to the management company. However, it is also possible to receive a passive income from the rental, if you refuse to use the service company in their favour, or choose to hire a representative of their interests.
The property may only be sold after a period set by the programme — on average 3 to 5 years of full ownership. For example, in Dominica a property can be sold after 3 years, while in Saint Kitts and Nevis only after 5 years.
Citizenship by Charity Donation
This is also quite a common practise for investment. Each country offers its own terms and conditions and sets the required amount, but all investments are aimed at the development of the state's economy. Some countries offer this option as an alternative to the acquisition of real estate.
Antigua and Barbuda suggests investing USD 230,000 in the National Development Fund (NDF); Saint Kitts and Nevis requires a USD 250,000 contribution to the Sustainable Island State Contribution (SISC); and Grenada — from USD 235,000 to the National Transformation Fund (NTF). The lowest thresholds are offered by Dominica and Saint Lucia — from USD 200,000 to the Economic Diversification Fund and the National Economic Fund respectively.
Citizenship by investment in Stocks and Bonds
This method of obtaining citizenship is most often resorted to as an additional option in order to accumulate the missing amount for filing documents. It is not mandatory or necessary, however, as an additional tool, it provides a lucrative return to the countries.
The yield of securities is low, but it is considered to be a low-risk way of earning income. After a few years, it is possible to recover your funds through resale.
General Procedure for Obtaining Second Citizenship
It is important to understand that each country will have its own list of documents and mandatory verification of legality and validity of the data provided.
- The investor chooses the type of investment in one or more areas.
- Applying for an economic citizenship programme.
- Transfer of funds to the country's special accounts.
- Submission of a complete set of documents to the state migration service.
- Once approved, the candidate and their family members are invited to the nearest consulate or embassy to collect their passports.
Almost all of these programmes allow citizenship to be obtained remotely; physical presence may be required only in certain jurisdictions.
Why Use Our Company When Applying for a Second Citizenship or Residence Permit?
Metropolitan Consulting helps you assess available citizenship and residency programmes, prepare the required documents, and coordinate the application process. Where a programme requires a licensed agent or authorised representative, the application must follow that programme’s requirements.
Our services cover citizenship-by-investment options in the Caribbean, Turkey, São Tomé and Príncipe, and Vanuatu, as well as residency programmes in Greece, Oman, Spain, France, Thailand, and Georgia. We help you compare the available routes based on your goals, family circumstances, and budget.
Cost and a personalised quote
When choosing a programme, please note that due diligence checks, government fees and legal support may be charged additionally.
The final cost depends on the family composition and the selected product.
Contact us to receive an individual solution designed specifically for you and your family.
We will prepare a personalised cost estimate and put together a comprehensive package offer tailored to your goals and objectives.
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All services are provided as private advisory and assistance.
We do not represent government authorities and do not issue official documents.
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