Jurentra Research — 2026 Edition
Global Residency & Citizenship by Investment: Trends Report
Original data from 33 investment immigration programs across 6 regions. Investment thresholds, processing times, passport strength, and demand signals — compiled by the Jurentra research team.
Key Findings
Headline data points from the 2026 Jurentra program index
33
Active programs tracked
Across Europe, Caribbean, Oceania, North America, Middle East & Asia Pacific
$100K
Lowest CBI entry point
Dominica and Antigua & Barbuda citizenship from $100,000 — the most accessible second passport programs
5 days
Fastest processing time
UAE Golden Visa initial permit issued in as little as 5–10 business days
17
European programs
Europe remains the most popular region, accounting for 52% of all programs tracked
€250K
Average EU golden visa threshold
Average minimum investment across all 17 European programs in the Jurentra index
6
Programs with citizenship pathway
Programs offering a direct route to a second passport within 5 years
Investment Thresholds by Region
Minimum qualifying investment required to apply, in USD equivalent (August 2026)
Caribbean
Citizenship by Investment · 6 programs
Most affordable second passport route globally
Oceania
Citizenship & Residency · 6 programs
Vanuatu offers the fastest CBI processing globally
Middle East
Residency by Investment · 1 program
UAE Golden Visa — fastest processing, 0% income tax
Europe
Residency by Investment · 17 programs
Widest range of programs; Greece and Hungary offer lowest entry points
North America
Residency by Investment · 2 programs
Canada and USA offer pathways for entrepreneurs and investors
Asia Pacific
Residency by Investment · 1 program
Singapore Global Investor Programme — premium tier, strict eligibility
Investment figures are indicative minimums based on publicly available program data. Exchange rates and program rules change — always verify with a licensed immigration adviser.
Processing Time Comparison
Estimated time from application submission to approval, by program
Processing times are estimates based on program guidelines and may vary based on application volume, due diligence requirements, and individual circumstances.
Program Popularity Index
Relative demand based on Jurentra user interest, enquiry volume, and program search data (indexed 0–100)
Portugal
Golden Visa
EU residency, Schengen access, path to citizenship
UAE
Golden Visa
0% income tax, fastest processing, business hub
Greece
Golden Visa
Lowest EU entry point, Mediterranean lifestyle
Malta
Permanent Residence
English-speaking EU member, strong passport
Dominica
Citizenship by Investment
Most affordable CBI, visa-free to 140+ countries
St Kitts & Nevis
Citizenship by Investment
Oldest CBI program, strong passport, no residency requirement
Popularity scores are based on relative enquiry volume and user interest data from the Jurentra platform. They reflect demand signals, not program quality or suitability.
Passport Strength: CBI Programs
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access for passports obtainable through citizenship by investment
Malta
Strongest CBI passport — full EU citizenship
Grenada
E-2 Treaty with USA — unique among CBI programs
St Kitts & Nevis
Oldest CBI program; Schengen access
Antigua & Barbuda
Schengen access; family-friendly program
Dominica
Most affordable entry point globally
Vanuatu
Fastest processing globally — 1–2 months
Visa-free access figures are approximate and based on the Henley Passport Index and publicly available data as of mid-2026. Figures change as bilateral agreements are updated.
Methodology & Data Sources
Investment thresholds sourced from official government program websites and verified against licensed immigration adviser guidance as of August 2026.
Processing times are estimated ranges based on program guidelines, practitioner reports, and applicant feedback. Individual timelines vary.
Popularity scores are indexed from Jurentra platform enquiry data, normalised to a 0–100 scale. They reflect relative demand, not program quality.
Visa-free access figures are based on the Henley Passport Index (mid-2026 edition) and may differ from other sources due to methodology differences.
This report is updated periodically. Program rules, investment thresholds, and processing times change — always consult a licensed immigration adviser before making any investment decision.
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