EuropeInvestment Immigration Programs
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Europe is the region with the highest concentration of Golden Visa programs; this site currently lists 10 European programs (including discontinued ones). Obtaining residency in an EU member state grants visa-free travel within the Schengen Area, and some programs allow application for an EU passport after meeting residency and language requirements. Current mainstream programs by threshold: Greece Golden Visa from €400,000 in general areas (€800,000 in high-demand areas such as Athens, Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Santorini, and populous islands; €250,000 for specific types such as commercial-to-residential conversions or heritage restoration); Portugal ARI currently primarily via investment funds from €500,000 (real estate option eliminated in 2023); Malta MPRP after the 2025 reform requires a government contribution of €37,000 plus administrative fees, plus real estate purchase from €375,000 or lease, with no minimum residency requirement; Italy from €250,000 (innovative startups). Discontinued reminders: Spain (terminated from 2025), Ireland (stopped accepting applications in 2023). When choosing, note: residency requirements vary by country, from almost zero days to actual relocation; from residency to citizenship typically requires 5+ years of legal residence plus language conditions, not automatic. Policy stability is a non-negligible risk; many countries have adjusted or terminated programs in recent years; verify the latest official announcements before applying.
- 🇬🇷 Greek Golden Visa EuropeThe Greek Golden Visa program grants residency rights in Greece …
- 🇵🇹 Portugal Golden Visa EuropeThe Portugal Golden Visa (ARI) is a program that grants residenc…
- 🇲🇹 Malta Permanent Residence (MPRP) EuropeThe Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) offers a pathway …
- 🇪🇸 Spain Golden Visa (No Longer Available) EuropeSpain previously offered a Golden Visa for residency through rea…
- 🇮🇪 Ireland's Immigrant Investor Programme (IIP) has been suspended for new applications since 2023. EuropeThe Immigrant Investor Programme (IIP) in Ireland was launched i…
- 🇮🇹 Investor Visa for Italy EuropeThe Italian Investor Visa provides non-EU nationals a pathway to…
- 🇱🇻 Latvia Investment Residency EuropeLatvia offers pathways to obtain temporary residency through rea…
- 🇨🇾 Cyprus Investment Permanent Residency (CBI was discontinued in 2020) EuropeCyprus offers a pathway to obtain permanent residency through re…
- 🇭🇺 Hungary Guest Investor Programme EuropeThe Hungary Guest Investor Programme (Guest Investor Programme, …
- 🇲🇰 North Macedonia Citizenship by Investment EuropeNorth Macedonia offers pathways to citizenship through investmen…
EuropeInvestment Immigration FAQs
Which European Golden Visa country has the lowest threshold?
According to public records on this site, the Greece Golden Visa starts from €400,000 in general areas (€800,000 in high-demand areas; €250,000 for specific types such as commercial-to-residential conversions); Malta MPRP, after the 2025 reform, requires a government contribution of €37,000 plus administrative fees, along with real estate purchase (from €375,000) or lease. Portugal Golden Visa eliminated the real estate option in 2023; the current fund route requires a minimum of approximately €500,000. Thresholds are subject to the latest official announcements from each country.
How many years until one can apply for a passport under European Golden Visas?
Most European programs are 'residence then naturalization,' not automatic passport acquisition. They generally require at least 5 years of legal (and in some countries physical) residence, plus language proficiency and other conditions, before approval by the competent authorities. For example, Greece, Italy, and Portugal require several years of residence plus language; Malta's MPRP only offers permanent residence, with naturalization under a separate system.
Can I Still Apply for Spain's Golden Visa?
No. Spain formally terminated its Golden Visa (Visado de inversión) in 2025, ceasing acceptance of new applications. This site retains the Spain program page for historical and policy reference; please refer to the latest official announcements for confirmation.
Which is more suitable: Greece or Portugal Golden Visa?
The two differ in positioning: Greece's real estate route remains open (€400,000 in general areas, €800,000 in high-demand areas, €250,000 for specific types); Portugal, after 2023, primarily uses the fund route (from €500,000), with the real estate option closed. If the goal is to obtain European residency through real estate, Greece is one of the few large European countries still offering this option; if the goal is to support European immigration through funds, both are available but with different thresholds. Ultimately, assessment should be based on personal objectives, tax planning, and the latest official conditions.