Citizenship by Investment Lawyers & Strategic Residency Pathways

What is Citizenship by Investment (CBI)?

CBI is a formal process where an individual makes a significan… It is the most direct path to acquiring a second citizenship.

What is Residency by Investment (RBI)?

RBI, or a “Golden Visa,” is a program where a significant inv… secure home base & is often a pathway to future citizenship.

What is the main difference between citizenship & residency?

Citizenship is permanent & grants a passport, conferring the …s not confer a passport or the same level of global mobility.

Why do I need a second passport?

A second passport is the ultimate insurance policy against so… family regardless of political changes in your home country.

What is a "passport portfolio"?

A passport portfolio is a sophisticated strategy involving mu…sk of any single country changing its visa or residency laws.

Can my family be included in my application?

Yes, most premier CBI & RBI programs allow the main applicant…en dependent parents or grandparents in a single application.

What is the "due diligence" process?

Due diligence is an intensive background check conducted by t…er, making it a critical stage where applications often fail.

Can a citizenship application be rejected?

Yes. Applications can be rejected for incomplete paperwork, f…, making professional, lawyer-led file preparation essential.

Do I have to live in the country to get citizenship?

For most CBI programs, there is no, or a very minimal, physic…m stay requirement per year to maintain the residency status.

How does a new citizenship affect my current one?

This depends on the laws of your current country of citizensh…ure you do not inadvertently jeopardise your original status.

What are "exceptional talent" visas?

These are exclusive, merit-based residency pathways for globa… in premier jurisdictions without a major capital investment.

How long does the application process typically take?

CBI applications typically take 4-9 months, while RBI applica… the chosen country & the complexity of the applicant’s file.

What kind of investment is required?

The investment can be a non-refundable contribution to a gove…tions & amounts are dictated by the laws of the host country.

Is the process discreet?

Yes, the application process is confidential between the applicant, their authorised agent, & the host government. Premier jurisdictions have robust privacy frameworks, a key consideration in the selection process.

Why should I use a law firm instead of an agent?

As lawyers, our primary duty is to you, the client, providing independent & objective counsel. We manage the process with legal precision to ensure the highest probability of success, a level of execution distinct from a transactional agent.