EUROPEAN UNION
Greece - Introduced a program in 2013 that allows foreign individuals to obtain permanent residence permits in Greece. These permits require a minimum real estate investment of some 250,000 euros ($262,800) and must be renewed every five years.
Malta Grants citizenship to foreign individuals who contribute to the country’s economic development. The requirements are that individuals contribute at least 600,000 euros for a minimum residence period of 36 months.
Italy - The scheme is designed for foreign investors committed to making a significant contribution to the economy, granting them Italian residence and visa-free access to Europe's open-border Schengen Area. Requires a minimum investment ranging from 250,000 to 2 million euros, depending on the risk associated with the investment.
Cyprus - Offers golden visas to foreign nationals who have invested a minimum of 300,000 euros.
MIDDLE EAST:
United Arab Emirates - Allows foreign nationals to make a minimum investment of 2 million dirhams ($544,602) into the Gulf country and apply for a residence permit, also known as a UAE golden visa.
CARIBBEAN:
Dominica - Requires making a minimum economic contribution of $200,000 to the country. In exchange, applicants and their families are granted full citizenship.
Grenada - Requires applicants to make a minimum economic contribution of $235,000 to the country. Allows visa holders to travel to Grenada, China, Russia, Singapore, Britain and Europe's Schengen Area, among others. St. Kitts and
Nevis - Established in 1984, it requires applicants to make a minimum economic contribution of $250,000 to the country. In exchange, they and their families are granted full citizenship.
Saint Lucia - The Citizenship by Investment Program requires applicants to make a minimum economic contribution of $240,000 to the country. In exchange, and subject to a stringent application process and due diligence checks, the applicants and their families are granted full citizenship.