Get Residency in 10 Countries by Investing in Real Estate

Discover 10 countries that offer residency to foreign investors through real estate investment programs

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Get Residency in 10 Countries by Investing in Real Estate
Real Estate News:Multiple beautiful countries have introduced real estate citizenship to attract foreign investors and boost their economies. Here's a look at 10 countries where wealthy Indians can purchase real estate and get residency.

Numerous countries have established real estate investment programs that enable people of other nationalities to obtain residency — even citizenship in some cases — if they purchase real estate. The wealthy are purchasing properties for various reasons, one of them being, owning a holiday home on foreign land. In case you have additional disposable wealth, take a look at these 10 countries that provide residency through real estate under their investment programs.

No 1. Brazil
By purchasing a property worth Brazilian real 1,000,000 (₹1.7 crore minimum investment cost) in the north/northeastern region, you can get permanent residency. The Brazilian government is lenient towards applicants with a clean record and no involvement in criminal activities.

No 2. Greece
The Greek real estate market has seen an influx of non-EU investors. Purchasing property in Greece is made more alluring by the Golden Visa program. Investors receive a five-year residence permit, renewable indefinitely after buying a property for €500,000 (about ₹4.57 crore) and gain entry to Schengen nations.

No 3. Cambodia
Investing in a designated government real estate project through the Cambodia My Second Home (CM2H) program can get you a 10-year residency permit. It is renewable, provided the investment is maintained. After five years, investors are eligible for citizenship with a minimum investment of $100,000 (₹83.5 lakh).

No 4. Cyprus
By investing €300,000 (about $329,000 or ₹2.73 crore) in real estate through the Cyprus Permanent Residence Program, Indian nationals can enjoy permanent residency with no renewal requirements if the investment is maintained.

No 5. Anguilla
It is one of the British Overseas Territories in the Caribbean that allows permanent residency to foreigners for investing in real estate. Invest $750,000 in real estate and enjoy permanent residency in this tax haven, with no income tax, inheritance tax, capital gains tax, or wealth tax.

No 6. Spain
Non-EU citizens, who wish to obtain residency in the Schengen Area, often choose the Spain Golden Visa. In addition to Greece's requirements, applicants must invest a minimum of €500,000 (₹4.17 crore) in real estate to be eligible for a resident visa.

No 7. Curaçao
Invest $280,000 in Curaçao real estate and receive a three-year residency permit, with options for five-year or indefinite residency permits with higher investments.

No 8. Malta
Malta offers residency by investment through the Malta Permanent Residence Program (MPRP). With a minimum investment of €350,000 (about $384,000) or €300,000 for properties in the South of Malta or Gozo, real estate investment is offered as a part of the program.

No 9. Cayman Islands
Invest $1.2 million or more in real estate and earn a minimum annual salary of $150,000 in foreign income to secure permanent residency in this tax-free haven.

No 10. Portugal
Portugal is one of the most sought-after nations in Western Europe for real estate investment. Investors can buy real estate anywhere in the country for €500,000 to be eligible for the Portugal Golden Visa program.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the minimum investment required for the Greece Golden Visa program?

€500,000 (about ₹4.57 crore)

How much do I need to invest in Curaçao real estate to get a three-year residency permit?

$280,000

What is the minimum annual salary required for permanent residency in the Cayman Islands?

$150,000 in foreign income

Can I get citizenship in Cambodia through the CM2H program?

Yes, after five years of residency and a minimum investment of $100,000 (₹83.5 lakh)

Do I need to maintain the investment to keep my residency in Cyprus?

Yes, permanent residency requires maintaining the investment of €300,000 (about $329,000 or ₹2.73 crore)

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