0 likes | 14 Views
Explore RIF Trust's expert overview of the world's best passports available through investment. This guide details the top citizenship programs, offering insights into global mobility, financial benefits, and exclusive opportunities for investors seeking a second passport.<br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br>
E N D
RIF Trust’s Overview of the Best Passports in the World to Get by Investment Our CEO, Mimoun A. Assraoui, has guided thousands of clients through Citizenship by Investment programs, offering expert advice on the best passports in the world to obtain through investment. He invites you to “explore our Passport Index to see where your current passport ranks.” “Unfortunately, not all top-ranking passports are accessible to investors, even through naturalization following Residency by Investment. Below, in reverse order, are the 9 best passports in the world that you can secure through investment.” 9. Antigua and Barbuda The Antigua and Barbuda Passport ranks high due to its access to 158 destinations, including visa-free, visa-on-arrival, and eVisa countries. This includes 98 visa-free destinations, 30 via visa on arrival (VOA), and 30 through eVisa. You can obtain this passport through the Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment program with a minimum investment of $230,000. Eligibility for a passport is granted within 6– 12 months. 8. St Kitts and Nevis The St Kitts and Nevis Passport boasts a ranking score of 161, giving you access to 102 visa- free countries, 27 via VOA, and 32 with an eVisa. By investing at least $250,000 in the St Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment program, you can secure one of the most sought-after passports within 6–12 months.
7. United States The United States Passportscores 174, allowing visa-free access to 116 countries, 37 via VOA, and 21 with an eVisa. American citizenship can be obtained through the US EB-5 Investor Visain three steps: 1. Provisional Green Card after 27 months of residency. 2. Conditional Green Card after an additional 3–6 months. 3. Full US citizenship and passport eligibility after 5 years of lawful permanent residency. 4. 6. Canada The Canada Passport scores 175, providing access to 117 visa-free countries, 37 via VOA, and 21 with an eVisa.By investing a minimum of $275,000 in the Canadian Start-Up Visa Program, you can apply for Canadian Permanent Residency (PR). To maintain PR, you must reside in Canada for 730 days (2 years) over a 5-year period. After living in Canada for 3 out of these 5 years (1,095 days), you can apply for Canadian citizenship and a passport. 5. Malta The Malta Passport also scores 175, offering visa-free access to 118 destinations, 32 via VOA, and 25 through eVisa. The Maltese Exceptional Investor Naturalization (MEIN) provides an expedited route to European citizenship. A minimum investment of €600,000 is required, with eligibility for a passport within 16–18 months. 4. United Kingdom The United Kingdom Passport ranks with a score of 177, granting visa-free entry to 118 countries, 37 via VOA, and 22 through eVisa. Citizenship through the UK Innovator Founder Visa can be achieved with an investment of at least £200,000. After 5 years of Permanent Residency (PR), you can apply for British citizenship and a UK passport. 3. Greece The Greece Passport scores 178, providing access to 120 visa-free countries, 31 via VOA, and 27 through eVisa. The Greek Golden Visa requires a minimum investment of €250,000 (increasing to €400,000 after August 2024). After 7 years of residency, you can apply for Greek citizenship and a passport. 2. Portugal The Portugal Passport scores 179, with visa-free access to 120 countries, 31 via VOA, and 27 through eVisa. The Portuguese Golden Visa offers a pathway to European residency through an investment of €500,000 in a local venture capital fund. After spending 7 days in Portugal annually for 5 years, you can apply for Portuguese citizenship and a passport. 1.Spain TheSpain Passport ranks as the top passport, with a score of 180, granting visa-free travel to 126 countries, 30 via VOA, and 24 through e-Visa. With the Spanish Golden Visa, a minimum investment of €500,000 in real estate is required. After residing in Spain for 10 years (2 years if from Latin America or the Philippines), you can apply for Spanish citizenship and one of the best passports in the world.
How to Get One of the Best Passports in the World in 2024 By leveraging Residency and Citizenship by Investment programs, you can acquire a powerful passport. To discover the best program for you and your family, contact an experienced consultancy like RIF Trust today. We’ll guide you on how to invest in a new passport and secure your future.