A Golden Visa is a government-approved program that grants residency or citizenship in a host country in exchange for a qualifying financial investment, such as real estate, government bonds, or a national development fund.

Yes, almost all investment migration programs allow you to include your spouse and dependent children. Some programs also permit the inclusion of dependent parents and unmarried siblings.

Processing times vary by country. Caribbean Citizenship programs typically take 3 to 6 months, while European Residency programs like Portugal or Greece may take 8 to 12 months depending on government backlog.

Most Citizenship by Investment programs have zero physical residency requirements. European Residency programs usually have minimal stay requirements, such as 7 to 14 days per year, making them ideal for global investors.