Immigration by Investment

  1. Business Immigration to Canada

 

The Canadian Government encourages Entrepreneurs and Investors to set up their new businesses and to invest in existing businesses in Canada. To do that there are various programs to attain permanent residence.

 

Owner Operator LMIA + Work Permit

 

This category is for foreign nationals who wish to establish or purchase a business in Canada, and want to work in that business in a high-skilled position, often with the aim of immigrating permanently. This program is ideal for foreign nationals who meet the requirements of the Federal Express Entry, but do not have enough points to receive Invitation to Apply. Those who have CRS points with at least 280 may consider this program. To qualify as an owner/operator, a foreign national must meet the basic requirements below:

 

  1. Minimum 1 year of skilled work experience as a business owner or a senior manager leading a team/ department;
  2. Minimum CLB 7 (IELTS 6);
  3. Minimum Bachelor’s degree; AND
  4. Minimum CRS points of 280 in the Express Entry pool.

Other Requirements:

  1. a business plan that shows at least over 50% ownership in the business and how the owner/operator will fund the business and create or maintain employment, and contains at least a rudimentary financial plan and timeline of events;
  2. a proposal to employ at least one Canadian citizen or permanent resident (a minimum of 3 including a middle manager for senior managerial position – NOC 00).

CRS points (Federal Express Entry) awarded for job offers (including those based on Owner/Operator LMIAs) – 200 points for senior managerial positions (NOC 00__) and 50 points for all other O, A, B positions

Benefits:

  • No need to advertise for the LMIA application
  • Spouse receives open work permit
  • Dependent children receive free education up till high school
  • Medical insurance coverage
  • Propose business anywhere in Canada with no minimum capital investment required
  • Fast entry to Canada
  • Fast Processing (LMIA approval within 3-6 months and PR processing within 6 months)

 

Entrepreneur Visas (Provincial)

 

Provincial Entrepreneur visas are for the people who have good knowledge and experience of their business and are looking for opportunity to invest in Canadian market to grow the economy and create jobs. These individuals get work permit on the basis of their investments and gradually they can apply for Permanent Residency in Canada over a period of approximately 2 years.

 

Every Province has same basic requirements with some exceptions and factors on which applicants can score points are:

  • Age
  • Net Worth
  • Investment
  • Business Experience
  • Language
  • Education
  • Adaptability

 

The applicant must have 33.3% of minimum share-holding in Business and minimum 3 years of work experience as owner or 5 years as senior manager position.

 

All the Investment or Net Worth shown should be verifiable. A Business Plan is required and is an integral part of the application. A business research visit allows the applicant to conduct extensive research of their future business investment or proposal. The Business Research Visit must be conducted no more than one year prior to the submission of your EOI.

 

Net worth requirement may vary depending on the province and can range from CAD $400,000 to $800,000. The required investment to be made in your business may also vary based on the province and ranges from CAD $150,000 to $600,000. Most provinces require and English Language exam (IELTS) score of at least CLB 3 to 5.

 

 

 

  1. Immigration by Investment to Europe

 

An investment in real estate or government bonds in many countries in Europe can lead to attainment of a permanent residence or Citizenship of that country in a very short duration of time.

 

Greece

Greece is an EU member country with unapparelled beauty and diversity in landscape and vegetation and has 320 days of sunny weather. It is at the top of EU list for safe countries and has excellent medical facilities as well as great transport connections. Low cost of living and growing rental returns coupled with low investment make in a great destination to invest towards a PR.

  • Investment of EUR 250,000 in new property. Have to maintain the investment to retain PR
  • Process in many cities takes only 10 days
  • It is a lifetime permit
  • PR includes three generations – Parents, children and grandparents
  • Visa free travel to all Schengen countries
  • No stay requirements

 

Cyprus

Cyprus has a strategic location on the crossroads of 3 continents (Europe, Asia and Africa). A country with beautiful scenery and high level of financial, medical and education services Cyprus also offers the benefit of low taxation structure. English is widely spoken here and tourism is the primary industry with 3.2 mill tourists visiting Cyprus every year.

  • Investment of EUR 300,000 in new property. Have to maintain the investment to retain PR
  • Process takes only 2-3 months
  • It is a lifetime permit
  • PR includes three generations – Parents, children and grandparents
  • No stay requirements

A permanent resident of Cyprus is eligible for a Cypriot passport giving access to all of EU after meeting the stay requirements. You can also directly apply for a Cypriot passport with an investment of EUR 2 Million in property.

 

Malta

Applicants qualifying for Malta’s Residence and Visa Programme will be granted a right to

reside in Malta indefinitely, while enjoying a Mediterranean lifestyle and fiscal benefits.

Eligibility for the Programme

In order to qualify for the Programme, the following conditions must be satisfied:

  • The applicant who is at least 18 years of age must be a third country national and is not a national of an EU Member State, the EEA or Switzerland
  • The applicant acquires immovable property in Malta for a value of not less than €320,000 (€270,000 if located in the south of Malta or Gozo), or rents property in Malta for not less than €12,000 per annum (€10,000 if located in the south of Malta or Gozo)
  • The applicant must make a non-refundable contribution of €30,000 to the Government of Malta (of which an administrative fee of €5,500 is paid at initial application stage)
  • Investment in Malta Government stocks (or other identified securities) for a five year period of an initial value of €250,000
  • The applicant must be in receipt of stable and regular resources sufficient to maintain himself and his dependants without recourse to Malta’s social assistance system
  • The applicant and his dependants must be in possession of valid travel documents and sickness insurance coverage in respect of all risks across the EU
  • The applicant must also either have an annual income of not less than €100,000 arising outside of Malta or possess capital of not less than €500,000.

 

 

Portugal

 

Portugal, perched on the Iberian Peninsula in Europe, means “warm port” in Latin and celebrated its declaration of independence on June 10th, 1582. It abuts the vast Atlantic Ocean to the west and south, and borders Spain to the north and east. Besides the territory of the European continent, Portugal holds sovereignty over the Azores and Madeira in the Atlantic Ocean. Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, has the westernmost point of Europe – The Cape Roca.

Portugal’s Resident Permit for Investment Activities (ARI), also known as the Golden Residence Permit Programme (GRP), came into effect on October 8th, 2012, and was revised again in June and September, 2015. The investment requirements allow for the purchase of real estate property in Portugal with a value equal to or above €500,000. There are no type or quantity restrictions on real estate properties; it can be zoned for residential, commercial, industrial, or agricultural use; the investment can be composed of one or more sets of real estate as long the total investment value is equal to or above €500,000.

 

Main applicant

  1. Purchase real estate property in Portugal with a value equal to or above €500,000. 2. Must be over 18 years years of age.
    3. Must be Non-EU country citizens.
    4. Must provide proof of no criminal record.
  2. Must provide proof of qualifying health insurance.

 

Dependent applicants (Family Reunification)

  1. The spouse of the main applicant.
    2. Children under 18 years old.
    3. Children over 18 years old who are single, studying and finacially dependent on the main applicant. 4. Parents (of both main applicant and spouse) who are finacially dependent on the main applicant.

 

 

Advantages of the Project

  • 1 person’s application, benefitting 3 generations, allowed to apply for permanent residence after five years, allowed to apply for Portuguese nationality after six years.
  • There are no requirements for certification of financial sources, no business background requirements, no educational background requirements, no language requirements, and no age limitations.
  • Minimal stay period requirements, permitted to work, permitted to conduct business.
  • Real estate can be sold after 5 years with no effect on residence, and real estate appreciation rates benefit investors. Real estate can be leased out to earn rental income.
  • Visa-free access to the other 26 countries of the EU.
  • Become a European resident and enjoy the benefits of the European countries.
  • Non global tax country, there is no need to worry about the loss of assets.
  • Global asset allocation, safeguard asset from depreciation.

 

 

***Each of the countries above can also be separate sections/ pages under a drop down menu inside Immigration by Investment to Europe***

 

 

  1. EB5 Visas for USA

 

What is the EB5 program?

  • United States employment based (category 5) program
  • Introduced in 1990
  • Strengthening the US economy by creating new jobs through investment of foreign investors
  • Exclusive category of immigration visa for foreign High Net Worth investors
  • Not required to manage the day to day affairs of a business
  • The applicant is required to invest $ 900,000 in a regional center project approved by the USCIS based on proposals for promoting economic growth

 

Minimum requirements:

  • Source of funds must be legal
  • Age should be above 21
  • Minimum Investment of $900,000
  • No education, English Language or prior business experience required
  • Good health is mandatory

 

We can offer you Food Franchisee options that meet the above requirements and qualifies towards your Green Card and Citizenship.