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Residency & Citizenship by Investment

Explore programs that offer residency or citizenship in exchange for qualifying investments.

The Secret Third Way to Get Panama Residency – Company Formation for Friendly Nations Visa

I spend some time with John and Wi Men to discuss the Panama Friendly Nations Visa. We explore how to apply, timelines, required documentation, tax implications and also the benefits of banking using this popular Plan B structure.

São Tomé and Príncipe Citizenship by Investment – World’s Cheapest CBI

The small, Portuguese-speaking, African island nation of São Tomé and Príncipe has launched the world’s most affordable citizenship by investment program. Individuals and their families can obtain São Tomé citizenship through a donation starting at $90,000 USD plus fees. While details are still forthcoming, it is believed that applications will begin the first week of September 2025. The Wandering Investor will be able to help you process your application.

Changes to Argentina residency rules and citizenship by investment update

I join Martin, my immigration expert in Buenos Aires, to discuss sweeping legislative changes to Argentine immigration law. We highlight the ways obtaining residency and applying for citizenship in Argentina have become more difficult, and also the newly announced citizenship by investment program.

Sierra Leone Citizenship by Investment – a conversation with the program architect

I join Stephen Barnes, the program designer and advisor for the Sierra Leone Citizenship by Investment program to discuss the origins of this unique African citizenship pathway. We explain the key benefits of Sierra Leone citizenship and explain how this passport can provide you and your posterity unfettered access to the West Africa growth story.

How to Obtain African Citizenship: A Guide for African Americans in 2025

For many African Americans, gaining African citizenship or a second passport represents a powerful reconnection to their roots—and a chance to invest, live, and thrive on the continent. The European diaspora in America have had this opportunity through citizenship by...

How to obtain residency in Ecuador – an under appreciated destination

I join Sara, my Ecuadorian immigration lawyer, to explore the various pathways to residency in Ecuador. We discuss several visa categories that allow you to become a temporary resident, how to convert this residency into permanent residency and also how to apply for citizenship in Ecuador. Other topics include the security situation in Ecuador for expatriates and the viability of the country as a Plan B locale.