IMMIGRATION PROGRAMS
CANADA - START UP VISA (SUV)
Since its launch in 2013, applications processed through business incubators have been popular with high success rate. Some reasons of its popularity include:
- business incubators are located in major cities such as Toronto, Vancouver
- short application processing time, 12-16 months
- granting of permanent residency status is independent of the success of business
- high degree of control in investments funds
Other requirements of applications are language and health exams, zero criminal record, business background, and sufficient amount of money as living expenses during the course of operation of business. In addition, business ideas have to be innovative and can create jobs in Canada.
With our vast experience and long term collaboration with local professionals and associates, PPSW provides guidance to applicants throughout the whole application process to ensure the stated requirements are met at all stages.
CANADA - OINP ENTREPRENEUR STREAM
The provincial government regularly selects qualified persons for immigration according to the ranking of the applicants’ EOI scores. Nominees can choose to invest in new or existing businesses which creates at least 2 full-time jobs for local Canadians.
- gives access to permanent residency in the province nominees choose to apply for
- express entry possible
- some examples of existing profitable local businesses that applicants can invest in include cafes and restaurants, schools, learning facilities and farms.
SINGAPORE - EMPLOYMENT PASS (EP)
EP is a Singapore work visa issued by Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower to foreign professional employees, managers, owners or directors of Singaporean companies. This work visa allows you to live and work in Singapore, apply for Dependant’s pass for family members, travel in and out of the country without having to apply for entry visas.
Requirements of applications include education and career background, no criminal records, and above 21 years old.
- can apply for permanent residency after 12 to 24 months of employment
- some examples of local companies looking to hire foreign professionals include education centres, computer software companies, coffee companies
TAIWAN - IMMIGRATION BY INVESTMENTS
Immigration by investments has been one of the most popular ways of application to gain access to permanent residency status in Taiwan. Family members are allowed to move to Taiwan with the applicant.
Requirements of application include investment funds of over NTD 6 million, submission and approval of business plans, no criminal records and medical exams.
- can apply for permanent residency after 12 months of stay
- some examples of existing local businesses seeking foreign investments are daycare centre for seniors, convenient store chains and more
USA - EB-5 INVESTOR IMMIGRATION
U.S. immigration law makes visas available to immigrant investors seeking to to engage in new commercial enterprises that benefit the U.S. economy through job creation and capital investment. A qualifying investment must create 10 permanent full-time jobs for qualified U.S. workers.
Requirement of applications include proof of lawful source of investment funds in new commercial enterprises or government approved EB-5 projects, for a minimum of US$1.8 million or $800K depending on where investments are made.
- can get access to permanent residency for investors' and their immediate families
- no requirements on business experience and language ability
- no age restrictions
- investors may reside anywhere in USA, not restricted to the regions where investments are made
- some examples of investment funding projects that have been thoroughly inspected by us include hotel properties and residential apartment development projects
Portugal - Golden Visa
One of the investment options for the Golden Visa is investing in non-real estate collective investment undertakings authorized under Portuguese law: purchasing shares for a minimum of €500,000 for a period of five years, with at least 60% of the capital of the undertaking invested in commercial companies based in Portugal.
- Ranked 5th among the world's most powerful passports with
visa-free access to 191 countries.
- Portugal is an E-2 Treaty Country, allowing the possibility of applying
for a U.S. E-2 Visa.
- Live, work, and study freely anywhere in the European Union.
- Access to EU healthcare benefits.
- Tuition waivers for children studying in EU countries.
- NATO + EU + Schengen + Eurozone – Four-in-One Advantage.
- High safety & low living costs among EU nations.
TURKEY - CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT
Investors who invest US$400K in real estate properties or US$500K as direct deposits or investments in government bonds, are eligible to apply for citizenship for themselves and immediate families after a period of 3 years.
- application processing time is fast
- enjoys free education and health care
- property investments have potential for high rental returns and value appreciation
- some examples of real estate property investment projects include office buildings, serviced apartments, and residential villas and apartments
- Turkish passports have a 96% approval rate for EU visa applications
Bulgaria- Golden Visa
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Applicants and their families can obtain permanent residency in Bulgaria through fund investment, with the option to apply for citizenship after five years.The application requirements are simple, with no need for academic qualifications or work experience.The investment is made through a government-regulated fund.The required investment amount is €512,000.
- The Golden Visa provides immediate permanent residency status, issued for a five-year term. After five years, applicants can apply for citizenship.
- There is no requirement to reside in Bulgaria or enter the country during the five-year period to maintain permanent residency status, offering greater flexibility.
- Applicants can apply for citizenship after passing the Bulgarian language proficiency test at A1/A2 level. Alternatively, by enrolling in an online language course offered by accredited educational institutions, applicants can be exempted from the A1/A2 language test requirement when applying for citizenship.
- Spouses and children are eligible to apply for permanent residency status. Additionally, parents and in-laws of the primary applicant can apply for temporary residency. Children born in Bulgaria automatically acquire Bulgarian citizenship and a passport under the Nationality Act.
THE CARIBBEAN REGION - CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT
The beautiful beaches, well-reserved rain forests and marine life in the Caribbean Islands have attracted millions of tourists every year. Several territories allow investors and their immediate families to acquire citizenship via fund donations and/or investments in the government-designated real estate properties such as 5-stars hotels, villas, resorts and condominiums. The most popular territories are Antigua & Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, and St. Kitts & Nevis.
- Caribbean passports are entitled to visa-free travels to over 100 countries worldwide, including the EU and UK
- fast application processing time, usually within 3 to 4 months
- no language requirement
- allows dual citizenship and citizenship acquisition is strictly confidential
- no or minimal residency obligation
- no taxes on property, foreign income, capital gains, estate duty
VANUATU - DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT PROGRAM
With a minimum contribution of US$80,000 into the government’s Development Support Program, applicants and their immediate families can obtain citizenship and passport within 1 month of application.
- no residency obligation
- no requirements on the source of funds
- no language requirement
- allows dual citizenship and citizenship acquisition is strictly confidential
- Commonwealth passport which entitles to visa-free travels to over 124 countries and regions