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Citizenship & residence by investment

Global access.Protected for generations.

We help internationally minded families secure alternative residence and citizenship, structured around compliant wealth planning, personal security and a lasting legacy.

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Our core purpose

Four principles behind every mandate

Investment migration is never only about a passport. It touches tax residence, asset structures, family governance and reputation — so every plan we build rests on the same four commitments.

Compliant wealth planning

Your residence and citizenship strategy is aligned with your tax position, reporting obligations and asset structures, coordinated with your existing advisers.

Security & privacy

Contingency options for your family, rigorous source-of-funds preparation and strict confidentiality at every stage of the process.

Legacy & succession

Plans that look beyond the applicant to spouses, children and future generations, supporting orderly succession across borders.

Bespoke global service

No standard packages. One dedicated team designs, coordinates and delivers a solution shaped around your family, wherever you are.

Solutions

Three ways we support private clients

Most families combine more than one route. We start with your goals and build the right mix.

Citizenship by investment

A second citizenship granted in return for a qualifying economic contribution or investment, following thorough government due diligence.

  • Programme comparison and eligibility review
  • Application, due diligence and investment coordination
  • Family members included where the programme allows

Residence by investment

Residence permits and golden visas that give you the right to live, study or do business in a new country, often with a path to long-term status.

  • Golden visa and investor residence options
  • Long-term and permanent residence planning
  • Relocation, schooling and banking support

Private client planning

Residence and citizenship decisions integrated with your wider wealth: structures, succession and the governance of family assets.

  • Coordination with tax and legal advisers
  • Succession and family governance support
  • Ongoing reviews as laws and circumstances change

Programmes

Programmes we advise on

Select a route to see the countries we work with. Each programme has its own investment options, timelines and family rules — we compare them for you.

Programme minimums reviewed October 2026. Programme availability, investment thresholds and conditions change frequently. We confirm the current official terms with you before any commitment.

Private client services

Everything around the application, handled

Eligibility & strategy

A confidential assessment of your goals, family and assets, and a written recommendation.

Source-of-funds preparation

Documentation that meets the scrutiny of government due diligence units and banks.

Investment coordination

Liaison with approved projects, funds and authorities, with clear milestones and checks.

Family & succession

Including dependants, planning for future generations and coordinating cross-border succession.

Relocation concierge

Housing, schooling, healthcare, banking and settling in, arranged with trusted local partners.

Renewals & aftercare

Permit renewals, passport renewals, newborn registrations and annual plan reviews.

The journey

A discreet, structured process

Clear milestones from the first conversation to approval — and support long after.

  1. 01

    Private consultation

    We discuss your objectives, family and timeline in strict confidence.

  2. 02

    Due diligence & eligibility

    We review your background and source of funds before anything is filed.

  3. 03

    Bespoke strategy

    You receive a tailored plan comparing programmes, costs and timelines.

  4. 04

    Application & investment

    We prepare and submit your file and coordinate the qualifying investment.

  5. 05

    Approval & aftercare

    Approval, oath or permit collection, relocation support and ongoing reviews.

Why Legal Wealth

What sets our advice apart

Compliance at the core

Every recommendation is checked against tax, reporting and reputational considerations.

Independent recommendations

We compare programmes objectively and recommend what fits your family.

Rigorous preparation

Thorough files reduce questions from authorities and help avoid unnecessary delays.

Absolute discretion

Information is shared only on a need-to-know basis with the parties your case requires.

One dedicated team

A single point of contact coordinates lawyers, authorities and partners worldwide.

Long-term partnership

We stay with your family through renewals, life events and changing regulations.

FAQ

Questions about citizenship & residence

What is the difference between citizenship and residence by investment?

Residence by investment gives you the right to live in a country, usually renewable and sometimes leading to permanent residence. Citizenship by investment grants nationality and a passport, subject to the programme’s conditions.

Can my family be included in the application?

Most programmes allow a spouse and dependent children, and some include parents or grandparents. We confirm the rules of each programme for your family.

How long does the process take?

It depends on the programme and on how quickly documents are gathered. Some applications take a few months; others take longer. We give you a realistic timeline in your plan.

Will a new residence or citizenship change my tax position?

Not automatically. Tax residence depends on where you live and the rules of each country. We coordinate with your tax advisers so your plan stays compliant.

What due diligence is involved?

Governments carry out background and source-of-funds checks. We help you prepare complete, accurate documentation before submission.

Is my information kept confidential?

Yes. We treat every enquiry with strict confidentiality and only share information with the authorities and partners your application requires.

Plan your family’s global future

Arrange a confidential conversation about citizenship, residence and the wealth plan around them.

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Contact

Let’s discuss your project

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Legal Wealth provides advisory and coordination services. Decisions on residence and citizenship are made solely by the competent government authorities. Information on this page is general and does not constitute legal or tax advice.