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Second Citizenship & Residency by Investment for the Americas

From New York and Miami to Toronto, Mexico City and São Paulo, investors across the Americas are among the world’s most active buyers of second passports and golden visas — for global mobility, tax optionality and a genuine Plan-B. This hub maps every route.

Why the Americas?

US & Canada Exit Options

American and Canadian HNWIs use Caribbean and European programs for mobility, diversification and a Plan-B beyond North America.

Latin American Mobility

Investors in Brazil, Mexico, Argentina and the Andes secure stronger passports and EU residency for frictionless travel.

Caribbean on the Doorstep

Fast, low-cost Caribbean citizenship programs are a natural fit for Americas-based families seeking a second passport.

Core Investment-Migration Pathways

Frequently Asked Questions

What is citizenship or residency by investment?

It is a legal route to a second passport or long-term residence permit granted in exchange for a qualifying economic contribution — typically a government donation, real-estate purchase, business investment or fund subscription. Programs are run by sovereign governments and vary in cost, timeline and benefits.

How long does it take to get a second passport?

Caribbean citizenship programs typically deliver a passport in 4–8 months. European golden-visa residencies are granted in a few months, with citizenship following after a qualifying period of several years.

Do I need to relocate to qualify?

Many golden-visa and Caribbean citizenship programs require little or no physical residence, so you can keep your current life while holding a second status. Naturalisation-by-residence routes have stricter stay requirements, which our advisors explain up front.

How much does it cost?

Entry points range from roughly US$200,000 for a Caribbean donation to €250,000–€500,000 for European golden visas, plus government, due-diligence and professional fees. We provide a full all-in cost breakdown for every program.

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