European Golden Visa programs

Europe's most popular residency-by-investment route. Following the 2024–2025 reforms, real estate thresholds are tiered by location, with the highest demand areas now requiring €800,000.

Since the 2023 reform, real estate no longer qualifies. The program now channels investment into regulated funds, cultural heritage, research, and job creation — while keeping one of Europe's shortest paths to citizenship.

The Investor Visa for Italy offers flexible routes from innovative startups to government bonds, with one of the fastest pre-approval processes in Europe and no obligation to relocate immediately.

The MPRP grants direct permanent residence through a mix of government contribution, property, and donation. It remains one of the few EU programs offering permanent status from the outset.

A fast, straightforward permanent residence permit through a €300,000 investment in property or a Cypriot enterprise, with lifetime validity and minimal presence requirements.

Relaunched in 2024, Hungary's Guest Investor Programme grants a renewable 10-year residence permit — the longest initial term in the EU — through regulated real estate funds or a donation.

One of Europe's most affordable routes: a temporary residence permit through investment in a Latvian company, real estate, or a subordinated bank deposit, with a five-year renewable term.