Looking for a steadily top-rated country ranked among the best in the world in terms of quality of life, education, civil liberties, government transparency and economic freedom? Canada is not only a stable contender in all those categories, it is also diverse and rich in society, history and nature. For many it is the country that for years shaped the immigrant investor map.

Canada is one of the most popular destinations for investor immigrants wishing to relocate. It consistently ranks high on major comparative surveys of industrialized nations.

Why choose Canada?

• Free education for it's citizen
• Freedom of speech and international protection
• Lower tax than many other developed countries
• Comprehensive welfare system for elderly
• One of the cleanest country in the world (air, water, food)

Qualifications

The Quebec Immigrant Investor Program was established in 1986. The program is designed to allow business people and their families to enter the province of Quebec as permanent residents on an unconditional basis. In return, funding made available through the program helps provide subsidies in support of small and medium businesses in Quebec. The program has undergone significant transformation in the past couple of years, addressing the application process.

To qualify for residency or citizenship, applicants must fulfill one of the investment options below in addition to meeting the following criteria:

• Demonstrate business experience.
• Have a net worth of at least CA$2 million.
• Provide documents supporting the source and origin of invested funds.
• Settle in the province of Quebec.

Investment Options

Full Investment

Applicants choosing this option must invest a minimum of CA$1,200,000 in a government-guaranteed investment and hold it for a period of five years. At the end of this period, the guaranteed full amount is returned to the investor without accrued interest. The program provides for full investment or financing through authorized financial institutions. Arton Investments is such a financial institution duly recognized by the Immigration Authorities of Quebec (MIDI) and Investissement Quebec (IQ).

Financed Investment

Under this option investors pay a reduced amount that is used to finance a CA$1,200,000 closed 62-month term loan from a chartered bank. This loan is initiated and repaid at no further cost and without additional guarantees from the applicant.

Citizenship Requirements

Investors and their family members who have lived in Canada for three out of the four years (1,095 days) preceding the application, have adequate knowledge of English and/or French, have no criminal record, and have acquired knowledge of the rights and responsibilities of citizenship, as well as an understanding of Canada’s history, values, institutions and symbols are eligible to apply for citizenship.

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With its breathtaking natural beauty, warm skies and white sandy beaches, St. Kitts & Nevis is one of the most stunning spots in the Caribbean. With the country’s CIP program, investors have the opportunity to wake up there every morning in as little as a few months.

This beautiful two-island nation is blessed with tropical temperatures, clear blue waters and a bustling trade and tourism economy. It is well-connected by direct flights to and from Europe and the U.S., and offers residents and citizens sought-after advantages, such as dual citizenship and tax-free worldwide income. As one of the longest-established programs of its kind, the St. Kitts & Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program offers applicants a host of unique benefits.

Why choose St. Kitts & Nevis?

• Fast processing within four months.
• Accelerated Application Process – approval within 60 days.
• Inclusion of dependent children under 30 and dependent parents or grandparents over 55.
• Inclusion of financially-dependent siblings of the main applicant who have no children and are under 30.
• No physical residency requirements.
• No requirement to travel to St. Kitts & Nevis during the application process.
• No interview, education or managerial experience required.
• Visa-free travel to more than 135 countries, including Schengen member states, the U.K., Hong Kong, Singapore and more.
• No tax on worldwide income.
• St. Kitts & Nevis recognizes dual citizenship, so investors can still benefit from their current passports.

Qualifications

TThe St. Kitts & Nevis (St. Christopher & Nevis) Citizenship by Investment Program was established in 1984 under the regulations of the 1984 Citizenship Act, Part II, Section 3 (5), which makes it the oldest citizenship by investment program in the world.

To qualify for citizenship in St. Kitts & Nevis, applicants must fulfill one of the investment requirements below in addition to the following criteria:

• Be of outstanding character.
• Hold no criminal record.
• Have excellent health.
• Have a high personal net worth.

Investment Options

Sustainable Growth Fund

In April 2018, Saint Kitts & Nevis launched a new permanent investment fund to replace the temporary Hurricane Relief Fund set up to address the devastation caused by the 2017 hurricanes in the Caribbean.

The new Sustainable Growth Fund is open for donations with the following thresholds:

• US$150,000 — Single applicant
• US$25,000 — Spouse
• US$10,000 — Per additional dependent

In addition, due diligence fees are as follows:

• US$7,500 — Due diligence of main applicant
• US$4,000 — Due diligence for dependent over 16
• US$4,000 — Due diligence for financial sponsor

Real Estate Investments

1. Five-year hold period

Applicants may purchase government-approved property valued at a minimum of US$400,000, or purchase shares valued at the same minimum amount in a real estate development. The investment must be maintained for a minimum of five years.

2. Seven-year hold period

Applicants can make an investment of US$200,000 in a government-approved luxury resort. The investment must be maintained for a minimum of seven years.

In both cases, investors are required to pay additional applicable taxes and fees.

Alternative Investment Option (AIO)

The Alternative Investment Option (AIO) is the third available option under the Saint Kitts & Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program. The AIO is designed to provide the Government with the means of achieving its capital investment goals through pre-qualified infrastructure projects.

An investment of US$175,000 qualifies a single applicant and up to 3 members of the same family for a Saint Kitts & Nevis citizenship. Each additional dependent will require an investment of US$10,000, and US$20,000 for each sibling of the main applicant.

Additional application, processing, and due diligence fees apply as per the real estate option.

Approval guaranteed or money back*

An European country with a long Mediterranean coastline, has left a powerful mark on Western culture and cuisine.

This beautiful two-island nation is blessed with tropical temperatures, clear blue waters and a bustling trade and tourism economy. It is well-connected by direct flights to and from Europe and the U.S., and offers residents and citizens sought-after advantages, such as dual citizenship and tax-free worldwide income.

Why choose Italy?

• Free education for it's citizen
• Freedom of speech and international protection
• Lower tax than many other developed countries
• Comprehensive welfare system for elderly
• One of the cleanest country in the world (air, water, food)

Qualifications

The Quebec Immigrant Investor Program was established in 1986. The program is designed to allow business people and their families to enter the province of Quebec as permanent residents on an unconditional basis. In return, funding made available through the program helps provide subsidies in support of small and medium businesses in Quebec. The program has undergone significant transformation in the past couple of years, addressing the application process.

To qualify for residency or citizenship, applicants must fulfill one of the investment options below in addition to meeting the following criteria:

• Demonstrate business experience.
• Have a net worth of at least CA$2 million.
• Provide documents supporting the source and origin of invested funds.
• Settle in the province of Quebec.

Investment Options

Full Investment

Applicants choosing this option must invest a minimum of CA$1,200,000 in a government-guaranteed investment and hold it for a period of five years. At the end of this period, the guaranteed full amount is returned to the investor without accrued interest. The program provides for full investment or financing through authorized financial institutions. Arton Investments is such a financial institution duly recognized by the Immigration Authorities of Quebec (MIDI) and Investissement Quebec (IQ).

Financed Investment

Under this option investors pay a reduced amount that is used to finance a CA$1,200,000 closed 62-month term loan from a chartered bank. This loan is initiated and repaid at no further cost and without additional guarantees from the applicant.

Citizenship Requirements

Investors and their family members who have lived in Canada for three out of the four years (1,095 days) preceding the application, have adequate knowledge of English and/or French, have no criminal record, and have acquired knowledge of the rights and responsibilities of citizenship, as well as an understanding of Canada’s history, values, institutions and symbols are eligible to apply for citizenship.

Approval guaranteed or money back*