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Citizenship by investment.
Your second passport awaits.

Second passports through investment provide individuals and their families with instant nationality in exchange for qualifying investments — with some programs processing in as little as 3 months.

Key benefits


✦ Visa-free global travel

Access to 100–190+ countries depending on program

✦ Tax advantages

Dual citizenship can unlock significant tax benefits

✦ Business & economic freedom

New markets, investment access and entrepreneurial opportunity

✦ Family security

Immediate citizenship for your spouse and dependants

✦ Fast processing

Some programs issue passports in as little as 3 months

Overview

Instant nationality through qualifying investment

Second passports through investment have become increasingly popular over the last decade. Citizenship-by-investment programs grant individuals and their families immediate nationality in exchange for a qualifying investment in the country’s economy.

Countries offering these programs will grant immediate citizenship to applicants and their families once the application process and required investment is complete — with no prior residency required.

Top Benefits

Visa-free access to numerous countries

Travel freely for business and leisure with a second passport.

Tax advantages & economic freedoms

Dual citizenship may grant significant tax advantages and political freedoms.

New business opportunities

Access new markets and development opportunities globally.

Full cultural access & immersion

Be fully immersed in different cultures, environments and lifestyles.

Fast processing — from 3 months

Some programs offer among the fastest processing times in the world.

Eligible Destinations

Countries offering citizenship
by investment

Each program below has distinct investment thresholds, processing times and passport strengths. Click any country to explore its program in full, or speak with an advisor to find the right fit for your goals.

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Grenada


🕐 Passport in 3–4 months

💰 Min. investment: USD 235,000

✈️ Visa-free: 144 countries

Full program details →

Turkey

Turkey (Türkiye)


🕐 Passport in 120 days

💰 Min. investment: USD 400,000

✈️ Visa-free: 111 destinations

Full program details →

Dominica

Dominica


🕐 Passport in 3–4 months

💰 Based on interest

✈️ Visa-free: 144 countries

Full program details →

antigua-barbuda

Antigua & Barbuda


🕐 Passport in 3–4 months

💰 Min. investment: USD 100,000

✈️ Passport in 3–4 months

Full program details →

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Austria


🕐 Passport in 24–36 months

💰 Substantial investment required

✈️ Visa-free: 189 countries

Full program details →

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Malta


🕐 Passport in 14 months

💰 Min. investment: €888,000

✈️ Visa-free: 186 countries

Full program details →

St Kitts and Nevis

St. Kitts & Nevis


🕐 Passport in 3–6 months

💰 Min. investment: USD 250,000

✈️ Visa-free: 150+ countries

Full program details →

North Macedonia

North Macedonia


🕐 Passport in 2–5 months

💰 Min. investment: EUR 200K

✈️ Schengen, Japan, Singapore & more

Full program details →

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St Lucia


🕐 Passport in 3–4 months

💰 From USD 100,000

✈️ Visa-free: 140+ countries

Full program details →

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Jordan


🕐 Passport in 120 days

💰 Min. investment: 400,000 JOD

✈️ Visa-free: 111 destinations

Full program details →

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Egypt


🕐 Passport in 120 days

💰 Min. investment: USD 250,000

✈️ Visa-free: 111 destinations

Full program details →

Nauru Citizenship by Investment

Nauru


🕐 Passport in 3–4 months

💰 Min. investment: USD 120,000

✈️ UK, Singapore, Hong Kong, UAE

Full program details →

São Tomé and Príncipe

São Tomé & Príncipe


🕐 Upon approval

💰 Min. investment: USD 90,000

✈️ Access to eligible countries

Full program details →

Montenegro

Montenegro


⚠️ Program concluded 31 December 2022. No longer accepting applications.

Why It Matters

The significance of a second passport

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Visa-free access

Explore destinations for business and pleasure, facilitate international ventures and expand professional networks without visa friction.

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Tax advantages

Favourable tax regimes in the country of second citizenship can lead to substantial financial savings and new investment opportunities.

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Security & peace of mind

Protect your family’s safety and wellbeing. A backup plan in times of political or economic instability, with access to quality healthcare and education.

Fast processing

Some programs process in as little as 3 months. Working with professionals ensures transparency, accuracy and the fastest possible timeline.

Also Consider

Citizenship by Descent

Citizenship by descent allows individuals to claim citizenship based on their parents’ or ancestors’ nationality. This is often the most cost-effective route to a second passport — and you may already be eligible without knowing it. Eligibility rules vary by country, with some extending to grandparents or beyond.

Get Started

Ready to explore your citizenship options?

Speak with an AptCitizenship advisor about the right program for your goals, budget and timeline.