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second citizenship or residency by investing funds in the host country. The program allows applicants a faster way of becoming a citizen of another country. Acquiring an additional passport has several financial, business, family, educational, travel and security benefits.<\/p>\n
By securing citizenship through the Citizenship by Investment program, you have access to the best in health, education and financial opportunities. You will also have greater security and the ability to enjoy visa-free travel around the world.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF SECOND CITIZENSHIP?” tab_id=”1525933131215-fe810ce0-7b7a”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n
[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”WHAT COUNTRIES WILL I BE ABLE TO VISIT VISA-FREE WITH MY CARIBBEAN PASSPORT?” tab_id=”1525933066792-8a3000ec-c559″][vc_column_text]With any of these passports, you have the freedom to travel to 140 to 180 countries visa-free, including countries such as the U.K, Schengen Europe, Singapore, and China.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”DOES A PASSPORT FROM ANY COUNTRY OF THE CARIBBEAN COUNTRIES GIVE U.K & EUROPEAN UNION (EU) ACCESS?” tab_id=”1525933113360-dae4a488-f0b7″][vc_column_text]Yes, you get visa-free access to all the countries in the European Union, Europe Schengen member states and the United Kingdom.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”WHERE WILL MY SECOND PASSPORT BE RECOGNISED?” tab_id=”1525932736895-4c35a99e-1554″][vc_column_text]The passport that you obtain as a Citizen by Investment is a fully legal passport and is universally recognized.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”HOW DO I START TO APPLY FOR MY CITIZENSHIP?” tab_id=”1647875519900-8a5d00f6-ef2b”][vc_column_text]Visit atlasadvisoryservice.com<\/a>\u00a0to download a brochure, send an email to info@atlasadvisoryservice.com<\/a> and\/or contact any of our advisors on +233 (0) 59 385 4180\u00a0 or +233 (0) 30 394 1195.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO ACHIEVE CITIZENSHIP OR PERMANENT RESIDENCY?” tab_id=”1647875570786-f2dd7b0a-6b2f”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”WHO CAN APPLY FOR CITIZENSHIP or RESIDENCY?” tab_id=”1647875592943-db5fd95d-feb3″][vc_column_text]Individuals over 18 years old, who meet the application requirements can apply.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”WHEN DO I GET MY PASSPORT?” tab_id=”1647875624116-77c9dd83-e21b”][vc_column_text]On average, between 3-5 months from when your application is submitted.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”DOES MY FAMILY QUALIFY FOR CITIZENSHIP AS WELL?” tab_id=”1647875642467-d1e8aa65-03a5″][vc_column_text]Yes. Your family can also obtain citizenship under your application (additional processing fees may apply). Age restrictions may apply as well.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”WILL I LOSE MY FEES IF MY APPLICATION IS REJECTED?” tab_id=”1647875662216-4ba9cfb6-0b40″][vc_column_text]In the event that an application is rejected, the initial 50% advisory fee and the government fees that have been paid for submission of the application will not be refunded.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”WHICH COUNTRIES OFFER CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT?” tab_id=”1647875700509-06613546-8a77″][vc_column_text]Atlas Advisory offers:<\/p>\n Citizenship by Investment opportunities in the Caribbean & Europe:<\/strong><\/p>\n Residency by Investment opportunities in Europe:<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN CITIZENSHIP AND RESIDENCY BY INVESTMENT PROGRAMS?” tab_id=”1647876275891-7fde3fcf-16e3″][vc_column_text]Citizenship by Investment allows an applicant to become a citizen of a country and hold a valid passport, through investment in donation or a real estate property.<\/p>\n Residency by Investment allows an applicant to secure a Resident Permit which allows them to become a legal resident (but not a citizen) of a country, by investing in real estate. to be a legal resident (but not a citizen) of the country, by investing in real estate (No requirement to actually live in the country).[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”WHAT ARE THE TAXES ON WORLDWIDE INCOME?” tab_id=”1647876296915-f5ba50ee-c8d4″][vc_column_text]No, income generated outside of Antigua and Barbuda is not taxed, and there are no capital gains, personal income or inheritance taxes.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1525933243317{padding-top: 0px !important;}”][vc_column] There is no time limit within which additional family members can join the program. However, additional fees apply for each family member joining the program at a later date.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”WHAT IF I HAVE A CRIMINAL RECORD OR STAIN ON MY PROFILE?” tab_id=”1558172264754-7fd53b98-7649″][vc_column_text]All applicants will undergo a thorough due diligence process by the government of the country.<\/p>\n Having a criminal record does not necessarily mean that you will be rejected, particularly if it was a minor offense. An assessment will be made on a case-by-case basis. It is very important to declare everything.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”DO I NEED TO SPEAK THE LANGUAGE OF THE COUNTRY I AM APPLYING TO?” tab_id=”1647876430587-6e3e7f92-1362″][vc_column_text]No.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”DO I NEED TO VISIT OR RESIDE IN THE COUNTRY?” tab_id=”1647876445573-0404e13f-dbcf”][vc_column_text]For Citizenship by Investment programs, applicant is not required to visit or reside in the country to obtain the citizenship.<\/p>\n However, Antigua and Barbuda require a short visit after<\/strong> citizenship has been granted.<\/p>\n For Malta\u2019s citizenship program, and the residency program for Portugal and Greece, you must visit the country to submit the Residency application.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”ON WHAT GROUNDS COULD MY CITIZENSHIP APPLICATION BE DENIED?” tab_id=”1647876463342-08bca9ae-8b9d”][vc_column_text]The Government may reject the citizenship application if:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n NB: This is on a case-by-case basis.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”IS DUAL CITIZENSHIP ALLOWED WITH CBI SCHEMES?” tab_id=”1647876525002-b10fb1af-331c”][vc_column_text]All our Citizenship by Investment countries allow for dual citizenship.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”DO I NEED TO GIVE UP MY CURRENT CITIZENSHIP?” tab_id=”1647876540470-b5584dd8-baf6″][vc_column_text]No, there are no restrictions on dual citizenship. However, you may need to verify if your current home country allows dual citizenship.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1525933243317{padding-top: 0px !important;}”][vc_column] Please contact us to discuss the best option for you:<\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO GET MY CITIZENSHIP OR RESIDENCY APPROVED?” tab_id=”1647876572647-11784398-84fe”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”DO I HAVE TO ATTEND AN INTERVIEW?” tab_id=”1647876572666-aea87996-17fc”][vc_column_text]There is no interview requirement. However, an interview may be required at the discretion of the government.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”DO I HAVE TO VISIT THE COUNTRY AT ALL?” tab_id=”1647876572685-da474e5c-a2ba”][vc_column_text]For St. Kitts and Nevis, Grenada,\u00a0Dominica and Saint Lucia, no need to visit at all.<\/p>\n For Antigua & Barbuda, you are required you to visit the country for a minimum of 5 days at any time during the first 5 years of citizenship.<\/p>\n For Malta, Portugal and Greece, you are required to visit the country to submit your application and your biometric data.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”WHAT DOCUMENTS DO I NEED TO PREPARE FOR THE APPLICATION?” tab_id=”1647876572706-ed17a88b-21d0″][vc_column_text]Each application is unique. However, our expert consultants will provide you with all the necessary information and guide you through the application process.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”CAN I DIRECTLY APPLY TO THE COUNTRIES MYSELF?” tab_id=”1647876572725-1fa69ce4-a386″][vc_column_text]No, by law, all applications must go through authorized agents. We are committed to ensuring that our clients have a transparent and stress-free journey towards the acquisition of their citizenship or residency status.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”WHAT ARE THE ADDITIONAL COSTS OF THE PROGRAM?” tab_id=”1647876572750-f2928733-7271″][vc_column_text]In addition to the main investment, the applicant pays additional fees such as due diligence fees, courier fees, legal fees, etc. The amount depends on the specific situation, for example, the number of dependents. A detailed quotation will be provided for each case.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”HOW CAN WE COUP OUR INVESTMENT?” tab_id=”1647876572775-a3ed79da-315b”][vc_column_text]With the option to purchase real estate, you can re-sell your investment to another after 5-7 years without losing your citizenship. During the 5-7year period, the investor can earn quarterly or yearly returns on the real estate investment.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" [vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_tta_accordion c_icon=”chevron” c_position=”right” active_section=”1″ el_class=”ts-accordion-style-1″][vc_tta_section title=”WHAT IS THE CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT PROGRAM?” tab_id=”1525932988317-517ad062-c849″][vc_column_text]The Citizenship by Investment program provides individuals and families with the opportunity to acquire second citizenship or residency by investing funds in the host country. The program allows applicants a faster way of becoming a citizen of another country. 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ELIGIBILITY<\/h3>\n[vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_tta_accordion c_icon=”chevron” c_position=”right” active_section=”1″ el_class=”ts-accordion-style-1″][vc_tta_section title=”AM I ELIGIBLE FOR SECOND CITIZENSHIP OR RESIDENCY?” tab_id=”1558172264612-e188ff15-b3a4″][vc_column_text]Each country has specific requirements the applicant must meet to be able to apply for its citizenship or residency by investment programs. Some of the basic conditions are being over 18 years of age, having a clean criminal record, a legal source of funds and investing in one of the government-approved options.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”WHO IS CONSIDERED A DEPENDENT UNDER ONE APPLICATION?” tab_id=”1558172264648-89521e89-424b”][vc_column_text]A spouse, partner, children, parents and grandparents can be eligible under one application. However, definitions of \u201cdependents\u201d and age limits differ for each country.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”DOES MY FAMILY QUALIFY FOR CITIZENSHIP AS WELL?” tab_id=”1558172264684-fe9ff99f-6857″][vc_column_text]Yes. Your family can also obtain citizenship under your application. Qualified dependents can include parents and children (minimum and maximum age restrictions apply) with some additional government fees payable.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”IS IT POSSIBLE TO ADD FAMILY MEMBERS TO THE APPLICATION AFTER THE MAIN APPLICANT HAS RECEIVED A PASSPORT?” tab_id=”1558172264724-c5663482-d36c”][vc_column_text]An investor can add additional eligible family members to the citizenship by investment application even after receiving their passport. A future spouse of the investor, children and grandchildren, parents and the future spouses of the investor’s adult children, provided that the children are financially dependent on the investor, are eligible to join the citizenship by investment application.<\/p>\n
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APPLICATION PROCESS<\/h3>\n[vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_tta_accordion c_icon=”chevron” c_position=”right” active_section=”1″ el_class=”ts-accordion-style-1″][vc_tta_section title=”HOW CAN I APPLY FOR A SECOND CITIZENSHIP OR RESIDENCY PROGRAM?” tab_id=”1647876572629-73c740f4-7ea4″][vc_column_text]We offer citizenship and residency by investment opportunities in Grenada, St. Kitts and Nevis, Dominica, Antigua and Barbuda, St. Lucia, Malta, Portugal and Greece.<\/p>\n
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