Rankings de Paraisolist
Countries with Golden Visa Programs 2025 — Investor Residency
These jurisdictions offer golden visa programmes — residency permits granted in exchange for qualifying investments in real estate, funds, or businesses. Our database includes 17 jurisdictions that meet this criterion; Bulgaria leads with a score of 84/100. Visa eligibility is only one dimension — the profiles below also cover tax treatment, cost of living, banking access, and international reputation to give a complete picture. Visa requirements and programme terms are subject to change; verify current eligibility criteria with the relevant immigration authority or a licensed adviser.
Golden Visa Jurisdictions
| Pos. | Jurisdicción | HNWI Score | IRPF | Soc. | Territorial |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BulgariaEuropa del Este | 84 | 10% | 10% | ✗ |
| 2 | Mauricioregions.east_africa | 83 | 20% | 15% | ✓ |
| 3 | Emiratos Árabes UnidosOriente Medio | 83 | 0% | 9% | ✗ |
| 4 | Hungríaregions.central_europe | 80 | 15% | 9% | ✗ |
| 5 | BaréinOriente Medio | 77 | 0% | 0% | ✗ |
| 6 | SerbiaEuropa del Sur | 70 | 15% | 15% | ✗ |
| 7 | OmánOriente Medio | 74 | 0% | 15% | ✗ |
| 8 | LetoniaEuropa del Norte | 71 | 31% | 20% | ✗ |
| 9 | Arabia SaudíOriente Medio | 74 | 0% | 20% | ✗ |
| 10 | MontenegroEuropa del Sur | 67 | 15% | 9% | ✗ |
| 11 | IndonesiaAsia Sudoriental | 62 | 35% | 22% | ✗ |
| 12 | TaiwánAsia Oriental | 61 | 40% | 20% | ✗ |
| 13 | PortugalEuropa del Sur | 59 | 53% | 21% | ✗ |
| 14 | GreciaEuropa del Sur | 57 | 44% | 22% | ✗ |
| 15 | MaltaEuropa del Sur | 55 | 35% | 5% | ✗ |
| 16 | Turquíaregions.western_asia | 50 | 40% | 25% | ✗ |
| 17 | Egiptoregions.north_africa | 43 | 28% | 23% | ✗ |
Puntuaciones calculadas por el modelo de Paraisolist. Metodología · Los tipos impositivos son orientativos. Verifique con fuentes oficiales actuales.
How visa programmes interact with tax residency
Obtaining a residency visa does not automatically make you a tax resident — and conversely, some countries can assert tax residency even without a formal visa. The key test is usually 183 days of physical presence or "centre of life" (where your family, assets, and economic ties are concentrated). The visa provides the legal right to reside; the tax implications depend on how much time you spend there and the rules of both your old and new jurisdictions.
Due diligence before applying for a residency programme
Before committing to any visa or residency programme: (1) verify current programme status — rules change and some programmes have been suspended; (2) understand the minimum physical presence requirement to maintain the permit; (3) confirm the tax treatment of your specific income types; (4) check your home country's exit tax and any treaty provisions; (5) budget for professional fees — immigration lawyers, tax advisers, and local accountants are typically necessary for a clean transition.
Preguntas Frecuentes — Countries with Golden Visa Programs 2025 — Investor Residency
A golden visa is a residency (or sometimes citizenship) permit granted in exchange for a qualifying investment — typically in real estate, government bonds, venture funds, or job-creating businesses. Major programmes include UAE (AED 2M real estate), Portugal (various options from €250,000), Greece (€250,000 real estate), and Malta (€600,000+ combination).
Portugal closed its real estate golden visa route in 2023 but retains other investment options (funds, R&D, cultural). Greece, Spain, and Malta still offer programmes. The EU has pressured member states to restrict these schemes, so availability is subject to change — always verify current programme status before committing.
Most golden visa programmes grant residency, not citizenship. Citizenship typically requires 5–10 years of continuous residency plus language and integration requirements. A few programmes (Malta, Turkey, several Caribbean nations) offer accelerated citizenship pathways for higher investment thresholds. Citizenship by investment programmes are distinct from residency-only golden visas.
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