Programme One
Citizenship by Investment.
A second passport is a strategic asset — a hedge against capital controls, a lever for global mobility, and a foundation for multi-generational continuity. We publish the independent 2026 briefing on active programs and introduce qualified applicants to vetted specialists.
At a glance
- Programs tracked
- 10
- Entry from
- $75K
- Fastest route
- ~60 days
- Max visa-free
- 156
The Comparison
2026 Citizenship by Investment
Programs Comparison.
Ten programs, one table. Compare minimum investment, family eligibility, processing time, passport strength, and crypto/HNWI fit — filter by budget and recommendation level.
| Family Option | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
🇪🇬 Egypt Non-refundable government contribution | $250,000 Headline contribution | ≈ $265,000 Industry estimate | Spouse and children under 21 | 6-9 months | 51 countries | Low | Situational | |
🇯🇴 Jordan Treasury deposit or SME investment | $750,000 Headline contribution | ≈ $770,000 Industry estimate | Spouse, children and parents | 3-6 months | 52 countries | Medium | Situational | |
🇳🇷 Nauru Economic Resilience Contribution | $105,000 Headline contribution | $128,375 Single applicant, all-in | Spouse, children and dependent parents | 3-4 months | 89 countries | Medium | Situational | |
🇸🇹 São Tomé & Príncipe Government Contribution | $75,000 Headline contribution | $105,325 Single applicant, all-in | Spouse and dependent children | 2-4 months | 63 countries | Medium | Situational | |
🇰🇭 Cambodia Government donation (~USD 245k) or qualified capital investment (~USD 305k+) | $245,000 Headline contribution | ≈ $260,000 Industry estimate | Spouse and dependent children | 3-12 months | 57 countries | High | Situational | |
🇩🇲 Dominica Economic Diversification Fund | $200,000 Headline contribution | $232,650 Single applicant, all-in | Spouse, children to 30, parents 65+ | 3-6 months | 145 countries | High | Recommended | |
🇱🇨 St. Lucia National Economic Fund | $240,000 Headline contribution | $275,682 Single applicant, all-in | Spouse, children to 30, parents 55+ | 4-6 months | 147 countries | High | Recommended | |
🇹🇷 Turkey Real estate acquisition (held 3 years) | $400,000 Headline contribution | ≈ $430,000 Industry estimate | Spouse and children under 18 | 4-6 months | 118 countries | Medium | Recommended | |
🇰🇳 St. Kitts & Nevis Sustainable Island State Contribution | $250,000 Headline contribution | $287,766 Single applicant, all-in | Spouse, children to 30, parents 55+ | 4-6 months | 156 countries | High | Highly Recommended | |
🇦🇬 Antigua & Barbuda National Development Fund | $230,000 Headline contribution | $274,180 Single applicant, all-in | Spouse, children to 30, parents & siblings | 4-6 months | 151 countries | High | Highly Recommended | |
🇬🇩 Grenada National Transformation Fund | $235,000 Headline contribution | $275,275 Single applicant, all-in | Spouse, children to 30, parents & siblings | 4-6 months | 148 countries | High | Highly Recommended |
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Why we highlight these programs
These ten routes are the most established and relevant options for privacy-conscious and crypto-oriented individuals in 2026. Selection criteria: sovereign stability, passport strength, transparent due diligence, and a track record of processing HNWI and digital-asset applicants. Programs with visa-waiver instability, opaque governance, or unresolved compliance concerns are intentionally omitted.
All-in prices are single-applicant totals (contribution + government fees + due diligence + professional fees) sourced from citizenx.com. Values marked "≈" are industry estimates for programs not listed on citizenx (Turkey, Egypt, Jordan, Cambodia).
The Case
Why crypto holders & HNWI need a second passport in 2026.
Geographic diversification
Distribute residency, banking, and legal domicile across jurisdictions — no single government controls your access to the world.
Capital controls & instability
When a home jurisdiction imposes exit taxes, currency controls, or political turbulence, a second passport is the door that stays open.
Privacy & reduced surveillance
Fewer touchpoints with a single tax authority. Legitimate structuring reduces unnecessary exposure without evasion.
Global mobility
Visa-free access to 90–156 destinations. Business travel, family emergencies, and asset visits without embassy queues.
Tax & estate planning
Most CBI jurisdictions impose no worldwide income, wealth, or inheritance tax — a legitimate lever in a broader plan.
Family security & legacy
Citizenship is inheritable. A durable asset transferable to children, grandchildren, and beyond.
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The Fine Print
Key considerations when choosing a CBI program.
The cheapest passport is rarely the best fit. The decision framework below matters more than sticker price.
- Due diligence standards
- The most reputable programs run tiered background checks through independent firms. Rigorous DD protects the value of the passport you're buying — programs that skip it face visa-waiver reviews.
- Tax implications — both jurisdictions
- New citizenship rarely changes home-country tax obligations without a residency change. Model the tax footprint in both jurisdictions before you commit; loop in a cross-border advisor early.
- Passport strength & visa-free access
- Visa-free scores range from ~50 to 156 destinations. Weigh the destinations that matter to your travel, business, and family patterns — not the headline number.
- Renunciation & dual citizenship rules
- Some home countries restrict or prohibit dual nationality. Confirm renunciation requirements on both sides before initiating an application.
- Total cost of ownership
- Sticker price ≠ real cost. Budget 25–35% above the minimum for due-diligence fees, legal fees, government processing, and family surcharges.
- Long-term program stability
- Governments change. Watch for program history, EU/UK/US visa-waiver relationships, and the maturity of the CBI unit. Older programs tend to be more predictable.
- Crypto & source-of-funds friendliness
- Not every jurisdiction is comfortable with crypto-derived wealth. Choose programs with clear guidance on digital-asset source-of-funds documentation.
How It Works
Four steps to the right passport.
Learn
Start with the independent curriculum — sovereignty, mobility, tax, and privacy fundamentals.
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Use the 2026 comparison table above to shortlist by budget, family, timeline, and crypto fit.
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A vetted licensed agent takes it from intake to oath, with full disclosure of any affiliate relationship.
What's included
Family, permanently.
- Spouse and dependent children (most programs to age 30)
- Dependent parents and, in some cases, siblings
- Citizenship passed by descent to future generations
- No residency, language, or physical-presence requirement
Honest considerations
What consultants won't tell you.
- — Sticker price ≠ real cost. Budget 25–35% above the minimum.
- — The cheapest passport is rarely the best fit.
- — Some jurisdictions face periodic visa-waiver reviews.
- — Choose an agent, not a salesman.
Trust & Transparency
How we position ourselves.
Curated, independent information
We publish the briefing we wished existed — no sales copy dressed as editorial.
Vetted specialist introductions
Every partner is a licensed agent, reviewed for compliance history and applicant outcomes.
No hidden commissions
Any affiliate relationship is disclosed in writing before you speak with a specialist.
Education first
The comparison, curriculum, and considerations are free. Introductions come when — and only when — you ask.
Frequently Asked
Questions clients actually ask.
Final Step
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