Choose your path to European residency through our comprehensive guide to the most popular Golden Visa programs.
Fast-track residency through investment with minimal stay requirements and a clear path to EU citizenship.
Access the heart of Europe through Italy's investor visa program with multiple investment options.
Europe's most affordable Golden Visa program with no minimum stay requirements.
See how our specialized focus and expertise sets us apart from traditional immigration firms
Feature | Zoark | Traditional Immigration Firms | General Law Firms |
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Focus Area | Exclusively Golden Visas | Multiple visa types and immigration services | Various legal services including immigration |
Golden Visa Expertise | 10+ years specialized experience | Varies by firm | Limited or outsourced |
Geographic Coverage | All major Golden Visa jurisdictions | Often limited to specific regions | Usually single country |
Processing Time | Optimized for fastest processing | Standard processing times | Often longer due to broader focus |
Investment Advisory | Deep market knowledge across all programs | Basic investment guidance | Limited investment expertise |
Unlike firms that handle multiple visa types, we focus exclusively on Golden Visas. This specialization means deeper expertise, faster processing, and better results for our clients.
As part of the MovingTo global network, we leverage extensive resources and experience from helping thousands of clients relocate successfully worldwide.
We operate across all major Golden Visa jurisdictions, offering unbiased comparisons and recommendations based on your specific needs and goals.
Our team brings over 10 years of focused experience in Golden Visa programs, ensuring expert guidance through every step of your investment and application.
Benefit from our deep understanding of investment options across all programs, helping you make informed decisions aligned with your financial goals.
Get personalized attention from a team that focuses solely on Golden Visas, ensuring your application receives the expertise and attention it deserves.
Compare investment migration programs across Europe (Updated 2025)
Requirements | Portugal | Greece | Spain | Malta | Italy |
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Minimum Investment |
€500,000
Investment funds
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€250,000
Real estate
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€500,000
Multiple options
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€690,000
Combined investment
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€500,000
Government bonds
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Processing Time | 6-8 months | 3-4 months | 2-3 months | 4-6 months | 3-4 months |
Physical Stay Required | 7 days per year | No minimum | 1 visit per year | Required visits | 183 days per year |
Path to Citizenship | 5 years + language | 7 years + language | 10 years + language | 3 years residence | 10 years + language |
Tax Implications | Tax on worldwide income if resident | Tax on Greek income only | Tax on worldwide income if resident | Flat tax rate option | Tax on worldwide income if resident |
Family Inclusion | Spouse, children under 18, dependent parents | Spouse, children under 21 | Spouse, children under 18 | Spouse, children under 18 | Spouse, children under 18 |
Visa-Free Travel | Schengen Area + 186 countries | Schengen Area + 186 countries | Schengen Area + 186 countries | Schengen Area + 186 countries | Schengen Area + 186 countries |