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AbroadMobility helps clients and partner firms with three main categories of programs: (1) citizenship by investment, (2) residency by investment or “golden visas”, and (3) active investor and startup visa routes. Together, these cover second passports, long-term residence permits and business‑driven relocation options. Learn more here

Citizenship by investment (CBI) lets you obtain full citizenship and a passport in return for a qualifying investment or contribution. Residency by investment (RBI), often called a golden visa, gives you legal residence status first; citizenship usually becomes possible only later, after several years and meeting extra conditions. CBI is a direct passport route, while RBI is a two‑step path (residency first, then potential citizenship). See program types

A golden visa is a residency by investment program that grants you and your family the right to live in a country in exchange for an investment, such as real estate, funds or business capital. Many golden visas allow minimal physical‑presence requirements and can lead to permanent residence or citizenship in the medium term. Examples include programs in Portugal, Greece and other European countries. Overview

Investor and startup visas are designed for entrepreneurs who want to build a business in a new country. Instead of a donation or passive investment, you create or fund a company, meet specific job‑creation or innovation criteria and, in return, receive residency for you and your family. In some jurisdictions, this can lead to permanent residence and later citizenship. AbroadMobility coordinates these routes through vetted local partners. Details

In many citizenship by investment programs there is no obligation to move or even visit the country to maintain your citizenship, once granted. For most golden visas and investor residencies, the stay requirements are modest (often just a few days per year) rather than full‑time residence. Exact rules depend on the jurisdiction, so AbroadMobility and your local advisor will clarify the minimum presence needed before you apply. Start here

Yes. Most citizenship and residency by investment programs allow you to include close family members such as a spouse, dependent children and, in some cases, dependent parents. Family composition, age limits and additional fees vary by country, so it is important to design your file around your family structure from the start. AbroadMobility’s partners structure applications to cover the whole family whenever the rules allow. Family‑focused overview

Timeframes depend on the country and route. Some citizenship by investment programs in smaller states process files in roughly 2–6 months from submission. Golden visa and residency routes often take longer to lead to citizenship but can issue residence permits in a few months if documentation is well prepared. AbroadMobility helps set realistic timelines at the planning stage so you know what to expect. See examples by program type

Yes, when you use official government‑approved programs and reputable licensed intermediaries, acquiring citizenship or residency by investment is a lawful process. Programs include strict due‑diligence checks to ensure that only qualified applicants are accepted. AbroadMobility works only with regulated advisors and vetted local law firms, helping you stay fully compliant in both your home country and your new destination. About our approach

Most investment migration programs require applications to be filed through authorized local agents or law firms rather than individual applicants. AbroadMobility coordinates a network of trusted partners in each jurisdiction, manages file preparation in the background and reduces the risk of errors, delays or rejections. You and your advisor remain in control of strategy, while our team and partners handle the technical execution. Partner model

Beyond approval, AbroadMobility and its local partners can assist with practical steps such as receiving passports or residence cards, basic banking introductions, property or relocation referrals and guidance on maintaining your new status over time. The goal is to help you move from a successful application to a workable long‑term plan for your family and business. To discuss post‑approval support, use