8 World’s Cheapest Golden Visas

What exactly is a Golden Visa? A Golden Visa is a program that facilitates swift entry into a country and offers additional benefits, including extended visa-free stays and the potential for citizenship. While Golden Visas are often associated with the affluent elite, it’s noteworthy that various countries present affordable residency and citizenship opportunities through investment.

HONG KONG

You can obtain residency for your spouse and unmarried children under 18, along with employment and study rights under the selected residence scheme, without any required investment.

SAINT LUCIA

You have the opportunity to secure residency for your spouse and unmarried children under 18, granting them employment and study rights under the chosen residence scheme, all without the need for any investment.

LATVIA

Acquire visa-free entry to the Schengen area, renewable resident permits without a mandatory minimum stay, and the possibility of citizenship after 10 years of residency, all for approximately INR 69,69,733.

MONTENEGRO

By making prudent investments, you can secure the opportunity to live and work in Montenegro. The golden visa program not only offers residency privileges but also opens up the potential pathway to citizenship.

ANTIGUA NAD BARBUDA

To be eligible for an Antigua and Barbuda Golden Visa, individuals must be over the age of 18 and make a substantial payment of approximately 83,18,960 or choose from alternative investment options.

AUSTRIA

Invest around INR 35 lakh to gain the benefits of visa-free travel within Austria, the EU, and the Schengen Area, with the potential for citizenship after a 10-year residency.

THAILAND

The Thailand Elite Visa comes in various tiers, each offering exclusive VIP privileges. For an approximate amount of 13 lakh, you can obtain a five-year multiple-entry visa, extendable for up to one year per entry.

GRENADA

Grenada’s citizenship by investment program offers two qualifying options. You can acquire a Grenada passport in three to four months with an investment of approximately INR 1,24,78,792.