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There are many options for non-investment immigration. There are many countries with affordable residence permits, and they are mainly located in Latin America, Southeast Asia and Eastern Europe. European countries are less likely to offer affordable long-stay visa programs, but our ranking includes countries from all over the world, including Europe, where it is relatively easy to obtain a residence permit (residence permit) for citizens of many countries without significant investments.
The conditions for obtaining a residence permit may vary, and each country has its own requirements and procedures. Usually, in order to obtain a residence permit without investments, one or more of the following criteria must be met:
- have a stable income from abroad;
- long-term rental of real estate;
- open a small business;
- find a job in the country;
- enroll to an educational institution of the countries;
- retire with sufficient retirement income.
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TOP 10 countries for easy immigration
1. Georgia
Georgia is open for residence for citizens of many countries even without a visa and obtaining a residence permit. For example, Ukrainians can live in Georgia without a visa for three years. For those who need legalization, there are several options for obtaining a residence permit:
- Digital Nomad Visa Program: You must have an income of at least $2,000 per month and work for a foreign employer or have a business abroad. The validity period of this residence permit is 1 year with the possibility of extension.
- Work visa: having an employment contract with a Georgian company and obtaining a work permit.
- Student visa: admission to an accredited educational institution in Georgia and confirmation of the availability of funds for accommodation and education.
- Family reunification: possible if there is a close relative — a citizen of Georgia or a holder of a residence permit, and requires confirmation of family ties. A residence permit is issued for a period of up to 6 years.
- Rent a home worth from $35,000 per year and proof of financial viability. The validity period is 1 year with the possibility of extension.
Applying for a residence permit in Georgia usually takes about 30 days. A residence permit is issued for a period of up to 1 year with the possibility of extension up to 5 years. After 5 years of continuous residence in Georgia, you can apply for citizenship.
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2. Argentina
Argentina does not require renunciation of previous citizenship upon naturalization, which makes it attractive to many immigrants. Popular programs:
- The Rentista program: confirmation of a monthly income of about $2,000. This income may be from a pension, rental of real estate, or other sources outside of Argentina.
- Employment: a job offer from an Argentine company.
- A student visa is available upon admission to an Argentine educational institution.
- Family reunification requires the presence of a close relative — an Argentine citizen or a holder of a residence permit.
- A program for freelancers and digital nomads that requires proof of stable income from abroad.
The process of obtaining a residence permit usually takes from 3 to 6 months, and after living in the country for 2 years, you can apply for a permanent residence permit, then 3 years after that — for citizenship.
3. Paraguay
Paraguay is attractive for its low taxes and relatively simple legalization procedure. The simplest legalization programs in Paraguay:
- The Rentista program: it is necessary to confirm a stable income of about $1,500 per month from foreign sources. You also need to make a deposit of about $5,000 to a local bank.
- Opening a small business with a minimum capital of $3500-5000.
- Employment: to do this, you need to get a job offer from a Paraguayan company.
- Student visa: available upon admission to an educational institution in Paraguay.
- It is enough for pensioners to confirm receipt of a pension from abroad.
The process of obtaining a residence permit usually takes 3-6 months. After 3 years of residence in the country, you can apply for citizenship.
