Investment amount: | from ₣ 100,000 |
Time to obtain: | from 10 years |
Number of visa-free countries: | 185 |
get citizenship |
Swiss citizenship is granted to foreigners after 10 years of permanent residence in the country.
However there is an accelerated procedure of receiving Swiss residence permit by investment into the economy of the state. Process of acquiring resident status and further citizenship by investment is regulated by the Federal Act on Swiss Citizenship and Federal Act on Foreign Nationals and Integration. Investing into the economy of Switzerland is possible in two ways– business establishment or annual lump sum tax payment.
FREEDOM OF MOVEMENT
Swiss citizenship allows you to cross borders of 185 countries without visas, including all EU countries, Schengen area, USA, Canada, Australia and Japan.
FAVORABLE TAX REGIME
The country has favorable tax rates and double taxation treaties. There is no need to declare any income received abroad.
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
Government of the state offers foreigners a simple procedure of company registration in Switzerland.
RELIABLE BANKING SYSTEM
Switzerland has some of the most secure banks in the world, which guarantees the confidentiality of clients personal data and capital protection.
REAL ESTATE ACQUISITION
Swiss citizenship allows you to acquire real estate of any type within the country.
FIRST - CLASS EDUCATION
For Swiss citizens there are favorable conditions of admission and studying in the best universities of Europe.
Foreigners’ applications for residency are processed by authorities of cantons, administrative and territorial units of the state. Residence permit is granted to investors who meet the established criteria and have fulfilled financial requirements. Amount of investment is calculated individually and determined by canton authorities. Requirements for stay in the country for further extension of residence permit and applying for citizenship also depend on the legislation of the selected region.
Get the best solution
for relocation to Switzerland
1 Selection of investment option
Lawyers of International Holdings will help you to choose the most suitable investment option for obtaining Swiss citizenship by investment.
2 Getting approval from local authorities
Investing in Swiss economy involves signing treaties with the Swiss authorities. Company's lawyers will assist you to pass to collect documents required to pass due diligence and receive the right to make an investment.
3 Visa application
Government approval allows you to apply for a D visa category. Company's lawyers will help you to fill in the necessary forms, issue bank statements, health insurance policy and prepare confirmation of your impeccable personal and business reputation in accordance with Swiss law.
4 Residence permit
With a D visa you are able to relocate to Switzerland and acquire residence permit. We will assist to prepare the necessary documents for canton authorities. Upon arrival in Switzerland, you will need to register with relevant local state bodies, establish a company or pay the necessary tax. Issuance of residence permit takes 2-4 months.
5 Granting citizenship of Switzerland
Residence permit renewal for consecutive years allows you to receive citizenship after living for 10 years stay in Switzerland. Applicants are required to prove proficiency in one of the official languages and demonstrate their integration into Swiss society.
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Experienced team of international lawyers
Support at each stage of registration
Selection of individual investment option
Compliance with confidentiality conditions of obtaining citizenship
Guaranteed result
Take care of your secure
future and new opportunities
in a stable and economically
developed state