EuropeInvestment Immigration Programs
The following areEurope regions included10 itemProgramCompilation of public data (neutral comparison, not ranked by superiority). Click to view the thresholds, costs, timelines, and processes for each program.
Europe is the region with the highest concentration of Golden Visa programs; this site currently covers 10 European programs (including discontinued ones). Obtaining residence in an EU member state grants Schengen area travel freedom, and some programs allow application for an EU passport after meeting residence duration and language requirements. Current mainstream programs by threshold: Greece Golden Visa from €250,000 (from 2024, popular areas increased to €400,000); Portugal ARI currently primarily via investment funds from €500,000 (real estate option removed from 2023); Malta MPRP government contribution from €68,000–98,000 plus real estate, no minimum residence requirement; Italy from €250,000 (innovative startup). Closed reminders: Spain (terminated from 2025), Ireland (stopped accepting applications in 2023). When choosing, note: residence requirements vary by country, from almost zero days to actual relocation; from residence to citizenship typically requires at least 5 years of legal residence plus language conditions, not automatic. Policy stability is a non-negligible risk; many countries have adjusted or terminated programs in recent years; always verify the latest official announcements before applying.
- 🇬🇷 Greek Golden Visa EuropeThe Greek Golden Visa program grants residency rights in Greece …
- 🇵🇹 Portugal Golden Visa EuropeThe Portugal Golden Visa (ARI) is a program that grants residenc…
- 🇲🇹 Malta Permanent Residence (MPRP) EuropeThe Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) offers a pathway …
- 🇪🇸 Spain Golden Visa (No Longer Available) EuropeSpain previously offered a Golden Visa for residency through rea…
- 🇮🇪 Ireland's Immigrant Investor Programme (IIP) has been suspended for new applications since 2023. EuropeThe Immigrant Investor Programme (IIP) in Ireland was launched i…
- 🇮🇹 Investor Visa for Italy EuropeThe Investor Visa for Italy provides a pathway for non-EU indivi…
- 🇱🇻 Latvia Investment Residency EuropeLatvia offers pathways to obtain temporary residency through rea…
- 🇨🇾 Cyprus Investment Permanent Residency (CBI was discontinued in 2020) EuropeCyprus offers a pathway to obtain permanent residency through re…
- 🇭🇺 Hungary Guest Investor Programme EuropeThe Hungary Guest Investor Programme (Guest Investor Programme, …
- 🇲🇰 North Macedonia Citizenship by Investment EuropeNorth Macedonia offers pathways to citizenship through investmen…
EuropeInvestment Immigration FAQs
Which European Golden Visa country has the lowest threshold?
Based on this site's public information, the Greece Golden Visa (€250,000 minimum, non-popular areas) is among the lower thresholds among active European programs; Malta MPRP government contribution is approximately €68,000–98,000, but requires additional property rental or purchase. Portugal Golden Visa eliminated the real estate option from 2023, with the current fund route starting at approximately €500,000. Thresholds for each country should be verified with the latest official announcements.
How many years until one can apply for a passport under European Golden Visas?
Most European programs are 'residence then naturalization,' not automatic passport acquisition. They generally require at least 5 years of legal (and in some countries physical) residence, plus language proficiency and other conditions, before approval by the competent authorities. For example, Greece, Italy, and Portugal require several years of residence plus language; Malta's MPRP only offers permanent residence, with naturalization under a separate system.
Can I Still Apply for Spain's Golden Visa?
No. Spain formally terminated its Golden Visa (Visado de inversión) in 2025, ceasing acceptance of new applications. This site retains the Spain program page for historical and policy reference; please refer to the latest official announcements for confirmation.
Which is more suitable: Greece or Portugal Golden Visa?
The two programs have different positioning: Greece continues to allow real estate investment (€250,000–400,000) with relatively clear processing; Portugal, after 2023, focuses on funds (€500,000 minimum), with the real estate option closed. If the goal is to obtain European residency through real estate, Greece is one of the few large countries still open; if the goal is to support European immigration through funds, both are available but with different thresholds. The final choice should be based on personal objectives, tax planning, and the latest official conditions.