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An investor visa allows foreign nationals to enter and reside in a country for the purpose of investing in a business or other economic activity within that country. Many countries offer investor visa programs with specific requirements based on the amount of money to be invested, the type of business, and other factors.

Here are some common investor visa programs around the world:

1. United States (EB-5 Investor Visa)

  • • Eligibility:  To qualify, an individual must invest at least $1 million in a U.S. business or $500,000 in a rural or high-unemployment area.

  • • Job Creation:   The business must create or preserve at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers.

  • • Benefits:   Permanent residency (Green Card) for the investor, their spouse, and children under 21.

2. United Kingdom (Tier 1 Investor Visa)

  • • Eligibility:   Requires an investment of at least £2 million in the UK.

  • • Benefits:  The investor and their family can live in the UK, and after five years of continuous residence, they can apply for indefinite leave to remain.

  • • Duration:   Initially granted for 3 years and 4 months, with the possibility of extension.

  • • Identity Documents:   Passport-sized photographs and other identification as required.

3. Canada (Investor Program)

Here’s how you can apply for a study permit:

  • • Eligibility:  

    Requires investment in a Canadian business or government-backed venture.

  • • Requirements: 

    For some programs, applicants must demonstrate a net worth of at least CAD $1.6 million and invest a minimum of CAD $800,000.

  • • Benefits : 

    Permanent residency for the investor and their family.

  • • Note : 

    Canada has paused its federal investor visa program, but there are provincial programs still available.

    • 4. Australia (Business Innovation and Investment Visa)

    Once you get your study permit, there are certain conditions you need to follow:

    • • Eligibility:  
      Offers multiple pathways, such as the Business Innovation stream or the Investor stream, with varying investment thresholds.

    • • Investment Amount:  
      Typically, an investment of AUD $1.5 million to AUD $2.5 million, depending on the stream.

    • • Benefits:  
      Opportunity to live and work in Australia with a pathway to permanent residency.

    5. Portugal (Golden Visa)

    • • Eligibility:   Requires an investment of at least €250,000 (for specific types of investments) or more, depending on the option chosen (real estate, business, job creation, etc.).

    • • Benefits:   : Residence for the investor and their family, with a path to citizenship after five years.

    • • Other Details:   : No requirement to live in Portugal full-time, making it attractive for those seeking a flexible option.

    6. Spain (Golden Visa)

    • • Eligibility:   Investors must spend at least €500,000 on real estate or other investments in Spain.

    • • Benefits:   Residence for the investor and their family, and the ability to apply for citizenship after ten years.

    • • Other Details:   No minimum stay requirement.

    7. New Zealand (Investor Visa)

    International students can work while studying under certain conditions:

  • • Eligibility:   : Investment of NZD $3 million for at least four years (Investor 1) or NZD $10 million for at least three years (Investor 2).

  • • Benefits:   Pathway to residence and eventual citizenship.