Second Passport / Dual Citizenship
-Open the door to success.
Aurion Business Consultants provide confidential professional consultation to high networth individuals, who are looking for possibility to obtain the Second Passport and Dual Citizenship by way of Citizenship By Investment (CBI).
Citizenship-by-Investment programme offers you the opportunity to legally acquire a new citizenship quickly and simply, without any disruptions to your life.
We have an extensive network of partners and agents who are certified by the respective government to promote Citizenship by Investment programs and provide all required assistance for securing citizenship for the investor.
Citizenship by Investment
Few countries in the world offer Citizenship by Investment to the investors who support the Government funds, real-estate infrastructure, and make other investments in the country.
Countries that currently offer Citizenship by Investment are Austria, Antigua and Barbuda, Cyprus, Dominica, Grenada, Malta, and St. Kitts and Nevis.
Aurion assists in the Citizenship by Investment Programs of Cyprus, Dominica, and St. Kitts & Nevis
Citizenship by Investment programs offers you the opportunity to legally secure new citizenship in a fast-tracked way that usually requires more than 10 plus years. Also, without any disruption to your regular life.
Grant of Citizenship based on Investment
Most countries have the provision that allows the Government to grant citizenship in return of a sizeable investment to the government funds, real-estate, business sectors, and more.
Depending on the respective governments several countries have investment programs in a place tailor-made for foreign investors in return for citizenship.
Citizen by Investment Options
The Citizen by investment programs has well-defined legal support procedures and residency process in place. All the programs are strategically designed by the government authorities to attract much-needed foreign direct investment.
Countries use these funds in the infrastructure development projects of the nation, create jobs and opportunities for business growth in the country.
Comparison Between Various Citizen by Investment Programs
| Region | European | ||
| Country | Cyprus | Common Wealth of Dominica | St. Kitts & Nevis |
| Highlights | |||
| Capital City | Nicosia | Roseau | Basseterre |
| Time Zone | Eastern European Time Zone ( UTC+02:00) | Eastern Caribbean Time Zone (UTC-04:00) |
Eastern Caribbean Time Zone (UTC-04:00) |
| Languages | Greek, Turkish Whilst, English is widely spoken | English, French | English |
| Currency | Euro | East Caribbean Dollar $ | East Caribbean Dollar $ |
| Schengen/EU Travel | EU Travel – No Restrictions | EU travel – No restrictions | EU travel – No restrictions |
| Nearest Country | Lebanon | Martinique | Montserrat & Guadeloupe |
| Eligibility Criteria | |||
| Nationalities | EU & Non-EU | EU & Non-EU | EU & Non-EU |
| Ineligible Nationalities | N/A | N/A | Iran, North Korea, Sudan, Afghanistan |
| Investment Model | Investment in Real Estate & Government Funds | Contribution or Investment | Contribution or Investment |
| Asset Type | Property and/or combination of other investments | Contribution or Property | Property or Contribution |
| Contribution to Government Fund | Nil | USD $100,000 | USD $250,000 |
| Government Bonds | Max EUR 500,000 (Optional) | Nil | Nil |
| Real Estate | Min EUR 500,000 | USD $200,000 | USD $400,000 |
| Other investment |
EUR 2million in a combination of investments or EUR 1.5million in residential real estate only |
Nil | Nil |
| Sponsorship Eligibility | |||
| Spouse | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Parents | Yes | Yes > 55 Years | Yes > 55 years |
| Children | Up to 27 Years | Up to 28 Years | Up to 30 Years |
| Physical Residence | One day to obtain biometrics | No physical stay requirement | No physical stay requirement |
| Benefits | |||
| Residence Rights | Reside, work, travel and study freely within EU | Right to reside & work in Dominica | Right to reside & work in St Kitts & Nevis |
| Tax | Favorable Tax Regime | Favorable tax regime | Favorable tax regime |
| Schengen Membership | A prospective member of Schengen | Visa-free travel to EU countries | Visa-free travel to EU countries |
| Dual Citizenship | Dual Citizenship allowed | Dual Citizenship allowed | Dual Citizenship allowed |
| Visa-Free Countries | 159 Visa-free destinations | 113 Visa-free destinations | 131 Visa-free destinations |
| Citizenship Process | |||
| Minimum Residency | No minimum stay requirement prior, during, or after | No minimum stay requirement | No minimum stay requirement |
| Time to residency | Residence card within 5 days | N/A | N/A |
| Total time for passport issuance | Approx. 6 months | Approx. 3-4 months | Approx. 2-3 months |
Benefits of Second Citizenship?
There are many benefits to investing in a second citizenship. From personal safety to increased global mobility, it opens up new business opportunities for the high net worth individuals.
Key Benefits for the Investors
- It acts as lifetime insurance at the event of any political unrest in the home country. It offers a sense of security and a new range of opportunities in a different part of the world.
- Travel around the world with visa-free status and minimum paper works
- Advantageous for tax optimization purposes. Leverage benefits of double taxation avoidance agreements
- Take your family around to new parts of the world easily
- Provide world-class education to children at domestic fees and enjoy a higher quality of life
- Expand the business network to new parts of the world
Requirements for Obtaining a Second Passport
The requirements for citizenship by Investment differs across countries. While some countries require medical examination and proof of good health, others don’t require it.
However, some requirements are common across all such programs:
- Have a clean criminal record
- Produce the legal source of investment funds
- Invest in one of the government-approved options such as real estate, government bonds or National Economic Fund
All the requirements must be met to approve the citizenship application. Have a detailed read at the specific requirements for the desired countries Citizen program.
Talk to our expert Business Consultants to know more.
How Aurion Assist you?
Our team of experts will simplify the steps and assist you in choosing the right program based on your business requirement, business experience, family sponsorship, budget, investment portfolio, & other criteria requirements.
We assess all your investor requirements in detail and match the prospective Citizenship program. Our team will handhold you throughout the residence program paper works and secure your citizenship at the earliest.
Talk to our expert Business Consultants to know more about the various Citizenship by Investment programs.
Aurion Business Consultants have good and trustful connections in each of the country and could advise you the most appropriate country as per your requirements and budget. We are building the easiest way structure and making the process less expensive and hassle free.