Citizenship by Investment: Market Size & Growth Statistics (2026)

How large is the citizenship-by-investment (CBI) market, how fast is it growing, and which programs dominate? A sourced breakdown of the numbers advisers and investors quote most.

Estimated Market Value by Segment

Segment	Annual Estimate
Caribbean CBI	US$1.5–3 billion
European CBI/RBI	US$8–12 billion
Gulf & Asia residency	US$6–9 billion
Total global	US$20–25 billion

Leading Caribbean Programs — Minimum Contribution

Program	Donation From
Dominica	US$200,000
St Lucia	US$240,000
Antigua & Barbuda	US$230,000
Grenada	US$235,000
St Kitts & Nevis	US$250,000

Key Takeaways

Caribbean CBI donations start around US$200,000 for a single applicant.
Europe accounts for the largest share of investment-migration spend by value.
Program count has grown to 60+ jurisdictions worldwide.

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Sources & Methodology

This analysis synthesises publicly reported industry data and government program figures. Key references: Henley & Partners Passport Index & Wealth Reports, Investment Migration Council (IMC), OECD, IMF and UNCTAD. Figures are industry estimates and program-published ranges, updated 2026; verify current program terms before applying.

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Researchers, journalists and advisers are welcome to reference this data. Suggested citation:

Global Citizenship HQ (2026). Citizenship by Investment Market Statistics 2026. Retrieved from https://globalcitizenshiphq.com/citizenship-by-investment-market-statistics/

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CBI market worth?

Industry estimates place global citizenship- and residency-by-investment activity at US$20–25 billion annually.

Which Caribbean program is cheapest?

Dominica typically has the lowest entry point, with donations starting around US$200,000.

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