Residence in Europe through real estate, investment and business in 2026

Update date: 01.09.2026

If the owner also needs a residence permit, we coordinate the company and immigration parts of the project. We check the investment, ownership interest, position, business plan, source of funds and local filing conditions before work starts.

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We confirm the minimum or agreed capital, contribution method and evidence required for the selected company form in Europe. The capital structure is reflected consistently in the incorporation documents, ownership records and bank file.

We confirm the minimum or agreed capital, contribution method and evidence required for the selected company form in Europe. The capital structure is reflected consistently in the incorporation documents, ownership records and bank file.

Information for decision-making

Real estateGreece, Cyprus, Malta and Latvia retain active models where real estate may form part of a residence strategy.
BusinessThe applicable conditions are confirmed for the selected company form, business activity and local legal requirements.
InvestmentThe applicable conditions are confirmed for the selected company form, business activity and local legal requirements.
CitizenshipThe applicable conditions are confirmed for the selected company form, business activity and local legal requirements.

What the structure can provide and monetise

Family mobility

If the owner also needs a residence permit, we coordinate the company and immigration parts of the project. We check the investment, ownership interest, position, business plan, source of funds and local filing conditions before work starts.

Capital

This structure can be used for international business where the company form, contracts, payment geography and management model match the planned activity. We compare practical use, annual cost and account options before registration.

New market

For the corporate account, we review the business activity, currencies, counterparties, expected turnover and payment purpose. We then compare a bank, European payment system / EMI or neobank and, where useful, a backup account.

If the owner also needs a residence permit, we coordinate the company and immigration parts of the project. We check the investment, ownership interest, position, business plan, source of funds and local filing conditions before work starts.

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CountryMain 2026 criterionTimingPractical model
GreeceWe confirm the minimum or agreed capital, contribution method and evidence required for the selected company form in Europe. The capital structure is reflected consistently in the incorporation documents, ownership records and bank file.Residence permitInvestment
CyprusWe confirm the minimum or agreed capital, contribution method and evidence required for the selected company form in Europe. The capital structure is reflected consistently in the incorporation documents, ownership records and bank file.Immigration Permit under the accelerated Reg. 6(2) procedure.Office and local presence
MaltaMPRP: purchase of residential property from ˆ375,000 or rent from ˆ14,000 per year, plus an administration fee, government contribution and donation.Permanent residence while maintaining qualifying accommodation and meeting the programme conditions.Capital
LatviaPaymentsTemporary residence permit.Real estate plus proof of funds and compliance with PMLP requirements.
PortugalARI: 10 jobs; ˆ500,000 in research; ˆ250,000 in culture; ˆ500,000 in non-real-estate funds; or ˆ500,000 in a company that creates jobs.Temporary ARI for 2 years, with further renewal or permanent status when the conditions are met.Investment in the economy instead of real estate; the minimum physical presence remains comparatively limited.
Italyˆ2 million in government bonds; ˆ500,000 in an Italian company; ˆ250,000 in an innovative start-up; or ˆ1 million in a philanthropic initiative.Investor Visa for 2 years with a residence permit after entry.Capital
France30%Carte de séjour talent — porteur de projet.Investment
SpainWe confirm the minimum or agreed capital, contribution method and evidence required for the selected company form in Europe. The capital structure is reflected consistently in the incorporation documents, ownership records and bank file.3 years plus a 2-year renewal; permanent residence may then be available subject to the general conditions.Real estate as an asset, with a separate residence basis through business or another active category.
United KingdomWe confirm the minimum or agreed capital, contribution method and evidence required for the selected company form in Europe. The capital structure is reflected consistently in the incorporation documents, ownership records and bank file.3 years; settlement may be available after 3 years if the growth criteria are met.Founder’s company; for settlement, at least 2 results from the prescribed criteria are required, including £50,000 investment, revenue, IP or job creation.

Investment structures

If the owner also needs a residence permit, we coordinate the company and immigration parts of the project. We check the investment, ownership interest, position, business plan, source of funds and local filing conditions before work starts.

We prepare one consistent document set for registration, the bank and ongoing administration. It includes the required owner and director identification, proof of address, corporate information and any notarisation, apostille or translation needed for the project.

If the owner also needs a residence permit, we coordinate the company and immigration parts of the project. We check the investment, ownership interest, position, business plan, source of funds and local filing conditions before work starts.

Cyprus: real estate, company or fund from EUR 300,000

The tax position in Europe depends on the company form, source of income, actual activity and any available regime. We confirm the current rates and filing requirements before registration.

We review this point as part of the company registration and first-year operating plan in Europe. The final structure is agreed with the owners, business activity, documents, annual obligations and account requirements in mind.

Malta: permanent residence through MPRP

If the owner also needs a residence permit, we coordinate the company and immigration parts of the project. We check the investment, ownership interest, position, business plan, source of funds and local filing conditions before work starts.

If the owner also needs a residence permit, we coordinate the company and immigration parts of the project. We check the investment, ownership interest, position, business plan, source of funds and local filing conditions before work starts.

Latvia: real estate from EUR 250,000

If the owner also needs a residence permit, we coordinate the company and immigration parts of the project. We check the investment, ownership interest, position, business plan, source of funds and local filing conditions before work starts.

Portugal: ARI through business, funds and job creation

If the owner also needs a residence permit, we coordinate the company and immigration parts of the project. We check the investment, ownership interest, position, business plan, source of funds and local filing conditions before work starts.

If the owner also needs a residence permit, we coordinate the company and immigration parts of the project. We check the investment, ownership interest, position, business plan, source of funds and local filing conditions before work starts.

Residence permit for the owner / investor

We confirm the minimum or agreed capital, contribution method and evidence required for the selected company form in Europe. The capital structure is reflected consistently in the incorporation documents, ownership records and bank file.

We confirm the minimum or agreed capital, contribution method and evidence required for the selected company form in Europe. The capital structure is reflected consistently in the incorporation documents, ownership records and bank file.

We confirm the minimum or agreed capital, contribution method and evidence required for the selected company form in Europe. The capital structure is reflected consistently in the incorporation documents, ownership records and bank file.

We confirm the minimum or agreed capital, contribution method and evidence required for the selected company form in Europe. The capital structure is reflected consistently in the incorporation documents, ownership records and bank file.

Multiple-entry visa or residence permit.If the owner also needs a residence permit, we coordinate the company and immigration parts of the project. We check the investment, ownership interest, position, business plan, source of funds and local filing conditions before work starts.

Citizenship as a long-term option after residence

If the owner also needs a residence permit, we coordinate the company and immigration parts of the project. We check the investment, ownership interest, position, business plan, source of funds and local filing conditions before work starts.

If the owner also needs a residence permit, we coordinate the company and immigration parts of the project. We check the investment, ownership interest, position, business plan, source of funds and local filing conditions before work starts.

How to choose a programme for your budget and objective

  1. We review this point as part of the company registration and first-year operating plan in Europe. The final structure is agreed with the owners, business activity, documents, annual obligations and account requirements in mind.
  2. We review this point as part of the company registration and first-year operating plan in Europe. The final structure is agreed with the owners, business activity, documents, annual obligations and account requirements in mind.
  3. The tax position in Europe depends on the company form, source of income, actual activity and any available regime. We confirm the current rates and filing requirements before registration.
  4. This structure can be used for international business where the company form, contracts, payment geography and management model match the planned activity. We compare practical use, annual cost and account options before registration.
  5. We prepare one consistent document set for registration, the bank and ongoing administration. It includes the required owner and director identification, proof of address, corporate information and any notarisation, apostille or translation needed for the project.

We review this point as part of the company registration and first-year operating plan in Europe. The final structure is agreed with the owners, business activity, documents, annual obligations and account requirements in mind.

Compare 2–3 options for one budget and objective

If the owner also needs a residence permit, we coordinate the company and immigration parts of the project. We check the investment, ownership interest, position, business plan, source of funds and local filing conditions before work starts.

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Residence permit for the owner / investor

We confirm the minimum or agreed capital, contribution method and evidence required for the selected company form in Europe. The capital structure is reflected consistently in the incorporation documents, ownership records and bank file.

We confirm the minimum or agreed capital, contribution method and evidence required for the selected company form in Europe. The capital structure is reflected consistently in the incorporation documents, ownership records and bank file.

Official residence / immigration information