Golden Visas & Residency by Investment
Secure residency in Europe, the Middle East, or the United Kingdom through strategic investment. Most programs offer a path to permanent residence or citizenship.
Available Programs
Portugal Golden Visa
EU Residency + path to citizenship
From EUR €250,000 (cultural heritage) / €500,000 (funds)
- 7 days/year minimum stay
- 5 years to citizenship
- Schengen live & work
Greece Golden Visa
Permanent EU Residency
From EUR €400,000+ (€250,000 for conversion/restoration)
- Instant permanent residency
- Zero stay requirement
- Schengen access
Italy Investor Visa
Renewable Residence Permit
From EUR €250,000 (startup)
- 30-day pre-clearance decision
- Path to EU citizenship
- Multiple investment routes
Latvia Residence Permit
EU / Schengen Residency
From EUR €250,000
- 1–2 month processing
- 4-year permit, renewable
- EU permanent residency path
UK Innovator Founder
UK Residency — ILR in 3 years
From No fixed minimum
- Innovative business required
- Endorsed by UK body
- Settlement in 3 years
UAE Golden Visa
10-Year Renewable Residency
From AED 2,000,000 (~USD $545K)
- Zero income tax
- No minimum stay
- Includes spouse & all children
Dubai Property Investor Visa
2-Year Renewable Residence Permit
From No minimum (sole owner)
- Any completed property qualifies
- 7–10 day processing
- Family sponsorship included
Why ITC iLand for Golden Visas?
Golden Visa programs change frequently — investment thresholds, eligible zones, and processing timelines shift with government policy. Our advisors monitor every program in real time and help you compare based on your investment capacity, lifestyle goals, tax situation, and the strength of the residency you need.
Frequently Asked Questions
It varies by country. Programs on this list start around €250,000 (Portugal, Greece, Italy, Latvia) up to AED 2,000,000 (~$545,000 USD) for the UAE Golden Visa. Some routes, like the Dubai property investor visa, have no fixed minimum for a sole owner.
It depends on the program. Some, like Greece's Golden Visa, have zero minimum stay requirement, while others require a minimum number of days per year (Portugal requires roughly 7 days/year) to maintain the residency and stay on track for citizenship.
Often, yes — but timelines differ significantly. Portugal offers a path to citizenship in as little as 5 years, while others, like the UAE, don't offer a citizenship pathway at all, only long-term renewable residency.
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