Citizenship by Investment
At Ramsay & Partners we can arrange solutions for both high-net-worth and non-high-net-worth individuals. By participating in investment programs, you can obtain a second passport. We will help you understand the benefits, guide you through the application process, and determine the best options for your needs.
Below are the details of the most reputable and successful citizenship programs offered by Ramsay & Partners.
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Benefits of Second Citizenship for Investors
Dual citizenship offers cosmopolitans access to various advantages:
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Traveling the world visa-free
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Establishing a Plan B
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Relocating abroad
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Enhancing quality of life, education, and healthcare for the family
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Reducing tax obligations
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Expanding international business opportunities
Traveling the world visa-free: Dual citizens can use either passport to travel with simplified or no visa requirements. Caribbean passports offer access to 140+ visa-free destinations, while EU passports provide visa-free travel to 160+ countries.
Establishing a Plan B: With second citizenship, individuals can secure personal and financial safety. They can purchase real estate, open a bank account abroad, and maintain financial reserves there. In emergencies, they can swiftly relocate without the need for a visa, housing, or money transfers.
Relocating abroad: Investors with a second passport can relocate. For example, a Grenada passport allows relocation to Grenada, any other Eastern Caribbean state, or the United States via an E-2 visa.
Enhancing quality of life, education, and healthcare: Dual citizens can choose which country to live, work, study, and receive medical treatment in.
Reducing tax obligations: Multiple citizenships enable individuals to choose countries with favorable tax regimes. Some countries offer no income, wealth, inheritance, or gift taxes, and others are tax havens for businesses.
Expanding international business opportunities: Second citizenship facilitates business registration abroad, opening corporate bank accounts, bypassing currency control restrictions, and expediting money transfers. Some jurisdictions also protect investors' privacy by not disclosing beneficiaries' personal data.
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Investment Options Under Citizenship Programs
Before applying for citizenship, investors must choose from several investment options offered by the program.
Countries provide various options:
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Contribution to a state fund
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Real estate purchase or rent
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Purchase of securities or investment fund units
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Investment in business and job creation
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Deposit in a bank
Some options allow investors to return their funds after 3–7 years.
Ramsay & Partners can offer solutions where your funds can be returned almost immediately!
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Timing for Obtaining a Passport by Investment
Obtaining citizenship by investment typically takes several months and does not require residency in the country.
Requirements for Obtaining Citizenship by Investment
Each country sets its own criteria for applicants to qualify for its citizenship by investment program. Some programs require medical examinations to prove good health, while others do not.
Several common requirements include:
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Age 18 or older
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Clean criminal record
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Legal source of income and investment funds
Family Members’ Participation in Citizenship Programs
Family members of the main applicant can also obtain an investment passport and enjoy all associated benefits. All programs allow the inclusion of spouses and children under 18 in the application.
Participation of other relatives, such as adult children, siblings, and parents, is permitted in several investment programs. In exceptional cases, investors can include grandparents.
How to Choose a Country for Getting a Second Passport?
Choosing a citizenship program depends on your goals and requirements. For example, a Caribbean passport is ideal for visa-free travel to the UK and Schengen Area, while Malta's citizenship by naturalisation for exceptional services offers promising opportunities for living in Europe.
If you need a passport quickly, Vanuatu citizenship might be the best option. For business interests in the US, consider the citizenship programs of Grenada, Turkey, or Egypt.
As a licensed agent for citizenship by investment programs in Vanuatu, the EU, and the Caribbean, we will analyze your case and help you choose the right program based on:
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Your goals
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Family composition
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Desired timeframe for obtaining a passport
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Budget
If a second passport does not meet your family's needs, we can offer alternatives such as obtaining two passports or applying for a residence permit by investment.