EU Citizenship by Investment gives qualified individuals and families the right to live, work, and study across all 27 European Union member states — with visa-free access to over 180 countries worldwide. Phoenix Business Advisory specialises in guiding investors through every stage of this life-changing process, from eligibility assessment to passport collection.
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Why Choose Phoenix Business Advisory:
Phoenix Business Advisory has guided hundreds of investors and families from India, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia through successful EU citizenship applications. We combine legal expertise, local jurisdiction knowledge, and personalised advisory — not just documentation support.
- Personalised eligibility review before any commitment is made
- End-to-end application management across all EU programs
- Licensed legal and tax partners in every target jurisdiction
- Transparent fee structure with no hidden charges
- Continued support post-citizenship — tax planning, property management, family reunification
Key Programs:
The EU does not operate a single unified scheme. Individual member states offer their own investment immigration programs. Phoenix Business Advisory works across all major active pathways.
Malta — MEIN (Malta Exceptional Investor Naturalisation)
- Direct citizenship-by-investment within the EU
- Minimum contribution of €600,000 to the National Development and Social Fund
- Plus qualifying property purchase or rental and a charitable donation
- Minimum 12 months of legal residency required before citizenship is granted
- Malta passport: visa-free access to 186+ countries
Portugal — Golden Visa
- Residency-by-investment from €250,000 (cultural/artistic contributions)
- Higher thresholds for fund or business investments
- Minimum physical presence: just 7 days per year
- Full citizenship eligibility after 5 years of legal residency
- Consistently ranked top 10 globally for passport strength
Greece — Golden Visa
- Real estate investment from €250,000 (most regions) or €500,000 (Athens, Thessaloniki)
- Residency renewed every 5 years
- Citizenship pathway available after 7 years of continuous legal residence
Spain — Investor Visa
- Minimum real estate investment of €500,000
- Initial 1-year visa, renewable for 2-year periods
- Citizenship available after 10 years of legal residence
- Spanish passport: access to 190+ countries
Italy — Investor Visa
- From €250,000 in Italian innovative startups
- From €500,000 in established Italian companies
- From €1,000,000 in philanthropic projects
- From €2,000,000 in Italian government bonds
- Permanent residency available after 5 years, citizenship pathway thereafter
Benefits of EU Citizenship by Investment
- Global mobility: Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 180+ countries including the US, UK, Canada, Japan, and Australia
- Freedom of movement: Live, work, and study in any of the 27 EU member states without restriction
- Education access: Children attend top European universities at domestic tuition rates
- Healthcare: Full access to public healthcare systems in your country of residence
- Financial security: Stable EU legal framework, favourable tax residency options (e.g. Portugal NHR scheme, Malta flat tax)
- Generational asset: EU citizenship is typically transferable to children and, in many cases, future generations
- Wealth diversification: Reduce exposure to political or currency risk in your home country
How Phoenix Business Advisory Delivers Results
- Free eligibility consultation: Senior advisor reviews your nationality, investment capacity, and family goals.
- Investment & legal structuring: We structure your investment with licensed legal partners in the target jurisdiction.
- Application preparation & submission: Full dossier compiled and submitted on your behalf — tracked in real time.
- Residency card or pre-approval: You receive your permit within the documented processing timeline.
- Citizenship naturalisation: Phoenix Business Advisory manages your naturalisation application at the right milestone.
Faq
This depends on your country of origin. India currently does not permit dual citizenship. Phoenix Business Advisory's legal team advises all clients on planning their process carefully around this.
Portugal Golden Visa: typically 12–18 months for residency. Malta MEIN: citizenship after a minimum 12-month legal residency. Phoenix Business Advisory provides country-specific timelines at the outset of every engagement.
No. Depending on the country, qualifying options include government bonds, approved funds, business capital contributions, or cultural donations. We advise on the option that best matches your risk profile.
Most programs require the investment to be held for a minimum of five years. Phoenix Business Advisory provides exit strategy guidance from day one.
Yes. Most EU programs cover a spouse, dependent children, and in some cases, dependent parents — all under a single coordinated application managed by Phoenix Business Advisory.
