Invest in Europe

Bulgaria

Its economy offers continuing opportunities as it expands faster than the rest of Europe.

Cyprus

Scaled-down to levy more realistic demands on investors while offering the fastest route to citizenship in Europe.

Malta

Ranked among Europe’s top immigrant investor programs, Malta offers the most transparent and exclusive citizenship-by-investment.

Portugal

Europe’s leading residence-by-investment program became even more affordable after Portugal further reduced investment requirements.

Investment Routes to Residence in Europe

Europe’s investment immigration landscape has changed significantly in recent years. As of September 2026, no European Union member state offers direct citizenship by investment. Instead, investors may obtain residence through qualifying investments and, where permitted, pursue citizenship later under the country’s ordinary naturalization rules.

Portugal and Greece continue to operate prominent golden visa programs, while Cyprus and Bulgaria offer permanent residence options for qualifying investors. Since investment thresholds, eligible assets and residence requirements vary and may change, each program should be carefully reviewed before proceeding.These routes are often weighed against the Quebec Immigrant Investor Program and the U.S. EB-5 investor program.

FAQs

Can I still get European Union citizenship by investment?

Not directly. As of September 3, 2026, no European Union member state offers citizenship in exchange for investment. Malta, the last country to operate such a program, closed it in 2025. Investors may instead pursue residence-by-investment programs and, where eligible, later apply for citizenship under the country’s ordinary naturalization rules, including applicable residence and language requirements. We can help you explore the residence-based alternatives currently available in Europe.

Which European countries still offer a residency-by-investment route toward citizenship?

Portugal and Greece operate some of Europe’s best-known residence-by-investment programs, while Cyprus and Bulgaria offer permanent residence options for qualifying investors. These programs grant residence rather than immediate citizenship. Any subsequent pathway to citizenship is governed by the country’s ordinary naturalization rules. Investment requirements, minimum-stay obligations and naturalization timelines vary by country and change frequently. We therefore verify the current requirements with official sources before recommending a particular program.

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