Investor Visa
An Investor Visa is a type of visa offered by many countries to attract foreign capital and business people. It allows individuals to reside, work, or even obtain permanent residency or citizenship in a country by making a significant financial investment in the local economy.
Investor visas are often part of residency-by-investment or citizenship-by-investment programs. These programs can involve investments in:
- Real estate
- Government bonds
- A new or existing business
- National development funds
General Eligibility Criteria For Investor Visa
| Criteria | Description |
|---|---|
| Minimum Investment | Must invest a specific amount in qualifying assets |
| Source of Funds | Must prove funds are legal and traceable |
| Job Creation | Often required to create local jobs |
| Business Involvement | Some programs require active management |
| Background Check | Must have a clean criminal and financial record |
| Residency Requirement | Some require staying in the country a minimum number of days/year |
Country-Based Visa Information For Investor Visa
- Investment Requirement: $800,000 to $1,050,000 (depending on location and project)
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Eligibility:
- Must invest in a U.S. commercial enterprise
- Create or preserve at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers
- Lawfully obtained funds
- Passive investors are allowed
- Investment Requirement: Business idea approved by a UK endorsing body (not a direct capital amount like the old Tier 1)
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Eligibility:
- Must have a scalable and innovative business idea
- Endorsement from a recognized UK body
- English proficiency and financial support evidence
- Investment Requirement: Varies by province (e.g., $200,000 to $600,000)
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Eligibility:
- Start-up visa: Letter of support from a designated Canadian organization
- PNP: Meet net worth and investment minimums and manage the business actively
- Investment Requirement: AUD 1.25 million to AUD 2.5 million+
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Eligibility:
- High net worth individuals
- Business ownership or senior executive experience
- Commitment to managing business/investment in Australia
