TRAVELING #3: 10 Countries 'sell' nationality to the rich

 The world's wealthy people not only spend money on private aircraft, yachts ... but also "buy" the second nationality. Some countries for travelers become citizens through investment. 

 New Zealand ($ 2.2 million): This is the most expensive Citizenship by Investment program. Travelers have two options: invest 3 million New Zealand dollars (2.2 million) in four years (require three years of business experience), or invest 10 million New Zealand (7.2 million USD) for three years. 

 Cyprus (US $ 1.7 million): Visitors can own Cyprus passports when buying real estate worth $ 2.3 million or minimum investment of $ 570,000 and have Cyprus housing minimum 1.7 million dollars. 

 Australia ($ 1.1 million): Australia's permanent residency and citizenship program requires applicants with a personal property of at least $ 2.25 million (two years prior to application). Another option is to invest about AUD $ 1.5 million into an Australian project or corporation. 

 Canada ($ 800,000): The Canadian Investors' Immigrant Program was launched in the late 1980s and has been suspended. Approximately 50,000 people have been returned. However, some provinces in Canada, such as Quebec, have their own programs for naturalized citizens, although they are limited to 1,500 people a year. 

 In order to be naturalized, applicants must have lived in Canada for at least three years for four years from the time of registration. At the same time, they must also have assets of at least $ 1.2 million, with three years of experience in planning, finance, human resources or management. In addition, they must show their purpose of settling in Quebec and sign an investment agreement of at least $ 800,000. 

 Bulgaria (580,000 USD): Travelers can receive a Bulgarian passport when purchasing the government's $ 580,000 five-year bond. This amount will be returned upon expiration (no interest). In addition, you can choose to buy $ 580,000 government bonds, invest $ 580,000 more after a year. Applicants are also required to stay here for at least one year and maintain two investments for at least two years after becoming naturalized. 

 Spain ($ 568,000): Spain has a "Golden Visa" program for people who invest at least $ 568,000 in real estate. After 5 years, they can apply for permanent residence and after 10 years they can apply for naturalization. 

 US ($ 500,000): The EB-5 visa program (or green card) allows homeowners and families to register for residency after two years living in the United States. Accordingly, you can choose to invest $ 500,000 in an area that needs to attract labor, or invest $ 1 million directly into US trade corporations. 

 Portugal ($ 397,000): The Golden Visa Scheme of Portugal grants visa holders a one-year visa and the opportunity to apply for a second passport after six years of residence. You have many options: spend about $ 567,000 for a small business investment fund, buy real estate worth $ 397,000 or create jobs for at least 10 Portuguese. 

 Antigua and Barbuda ($ 250,000): You can become a citizen of Antigua and Barbuda by investing a minimum of $ 399,000 in real estate, $ 250,000 in national development funds, or $ 1.5 million in investment. A newly established business. 

 Greece (284,000 USD): To settle in Greece, you need to invest at least 284,000 USD in Greece. This is the lowest level of residency in Europe. 

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