--- title: "Citizenship by Investment & Investor Residence" url: https://immigrationvisaexpert.com/citizenship-by-investment/ type: page date: 2026-09-28 modified: 2026-10-25 markdown_url: https://immigrationvisaexpert.com/citizenship-by-investment.md author: "T Shah" --- # Citizenship by Investment & Investor Residence [Home](https://immigrationvisaexpert.com) # Citizenship by Investment & Investor Residence Professional guidance on citizenship by investment and investor residence routes, comparing options, checking eligibility, source of funds and preparing documentation for the application. [Assess Your Investment Migration Eligibility](#contact) ## Quick investment migration check Start by identifying the investment or residence route that best matches your objectives, family and mobility plans. ### Right investment route? ### Eligibility requirements clear? ### Source of funds ready? ### Family planning and documents ready? [Ask an Investment Migration Adviser](#contact) Book Consultation Overview Investment Routes Eligibility Documents Family Planning Process FAQs Overview ## Which investment migration route should you explore? Investment migration is not one single route. Some jurisdictions offer formal citizenship programmes, while others provide long-term residence, investor visas or business-based immigration options. This overview page is designed to help you identify the service most relevant to your objectives. Each route below links to a dedicated service page, while Immigration Visa Expert can help you narrow the options where the best jurisdiction is not immediately clear. [Choose a Route](#routes)[Discuss Your Plans](#contact) Citizenship by investment ## Explore our selected Citizenship by Investment services ### Caribbean citizenship programmes ### Dominica Citizenship by Investment For individuals and families exploring citizenship through Dominica's established investment programme. [Explore Dominica Citizenship](/dominica-citizenship-by-investment/) ### St Kitts & Nevis Citizenship by Investment For applicants considering one of the world's longest-established citizenship by investment programmes. [Explore St Kitts & Nevis Citizenship](/st-kitts-and-nevis-citizenship-by-investment/) ### Grenada Citizenship by Investment For individuals and families considering Grenadian citizenship through an approved investment pathway. [Explore Grenada Citizenship](/grenada-citizenship-by-investment/) ### Saint Lucia Citizenship by Investment For applicants exploring Saint Lucia's citizenship programme and qualifying investment options. [Explore Saint Lucia Citizenship](/saint-lucia-citizenship-by-investment/) ### Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship by Investment For families and individuals considering citizenship through Antigua & Barbuda's investment programme. [Explore Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship](/antigua-and-barbuda-citizenship-by-investment/) ### Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment For applicants considering Vanuatu's investment-based citizenship programmes and current eligibility framework. [Explore Vanuatu Citizenship](/vanuatu-citizenship-by-investment/) Current programme position ### Malta Citizenship & Residence Planning For clients exploring current Malta citizenship or residence options following changes to the former investor citizenship programme. [Explore Malta Options](/malta-citizenship-by-investment/) Golden Visa & investor routes ## Explore investor residence and business migration options ### USA E-2 Treaty Investor Visa For eligible treaty nationals considering a US business investment and temporary investor visa route. [Explore USA E-2 Visa](/usa-e2-treaty-investor-visa/) ### US EB-5 Immigrant Investor Visa For investors considering a US immigration pathway linked to qualifying investment and job creation. [Explore US EB-5 Visa](/us-eb-5-immigrant-investor-visa/) ### UAE Golden Visa For eligible investors, entrepreneurs and other qualifying applicants considering long-term UAE residence. [Explore UAE Golden Visa](/uae-golden-visa/) ### Portugal Golden Visa For non-EU investors considering Portugal's residence-by-investment framework and longer-term mobility planning. [Explore Portugal Golden Visa](/portugal-golden-visa/) ### Greece Golden Visa For non-EU investors considering Greek residence through qualifying investment routes. [Explore Greece Golden Visa](/greece-golden-visa/) Route assessment ## Why should investment migration options be assessed before you choose a country? Citizenship, residence and investor visa programmes differ significantly in their legal outcome, investment structure, family rules, residence expectations and due-diligence requirements. Immigration Visa Expert can help you compare the routes at a high level, identify the jurisdictions most closely aligned with your objectives and explain when locally authorised or regulated professionals will also need to be involved. How we help ## Professional support for Citizenship by Investment and investor residence planning ### Start with your objectives before selecting the programme We help clients understand the difference between citizenship, Golden Visa, investor residence and business visa routes, then narrow the options around family, mobility and long-term plans. route assessmentjurisdiction shortlistfamily planningdocument strategydue-diligence readinessapplication coordinationProcess ### Investment migration support pathway 1 #### Initial consultation We review your objectives, nationality, family circumstances and preferred regions. 2 #### Route shortlist We identify citizenship, residence or investor visa options that may fit your plans. 3 #### Eligibility review We review the high-level eligibility, evidence and due-diligence considerations. 4 #### Application coordination We help organise the case and coordinate with relevant local professionals where required. 5 #### Outcome planning We guide next steps around residence, citizenship, family and future mobility planning. ### Not sure which investment migration route is suitable? Speak to Immigration Visa Expert for a focused review before deciding which country or programme to pursue. [Book an Investment Migration Consultation](#contact) FAQs ## Citizenship by Investment & Golden Visa FAQs What is Citizenship by Investment?Citizenship by Investment generally refers to a legal programme that can allow an eligible applicant to obtain citizenship after meeting the relevant investment, due-diligence and programme requirements of the country concerned. What is the difference between citizenship by investment and a Golden Visa?Citizenship by Investment can lead directly to citizenship where a programme allows it. A Golden Visa or investor residence route normally provides residence rights first, with any later permanent residence or citizenship subject to separate rules. Which Citizenship by Investment programmes do you advise on?We provide high-level route assessment and professional support across selected Caribbean citizenship programmes, as well as investor residence and business routes in Europe, the UAE and the United States. Can my family be included in an investment migration application?Many programmes have provisions for qualifying family members, but the categories and conditions differ by jurisdiction. Family planning should therefore be reviewed as part of the initial route assessment. Is Malta still a standard Citizenship by Investment programme?Malta's former investor citizenship programme was discontinued. Clients considering Malta should obtain current advice on the citizenship, residence or merit-based options that may now be relevant to their circumstances. How can Immigration Visa Expert help with investment migration?We can help you compare suitable jurisdictions, understand the high-level immigration pathway, review eligibility and evidence strategy, coordinate the application process and identify where regulated or locally authorised professionals are required. Book consultation ## Ready to explore Citizenship by Investment or a Golden Visa? Speak to Immigration Visa Expert for a high-level route assessment covering your objectives, preferred jurisdictions, family plans and next steps. [Book Consultation](/contact-us/)[Call 020 3911 1115](tel:02039111115) ### Ask an investment migration adviser Share your objectives and we will guide you on the next step.