Austria stands out as one of the most stable countries globally, renowned for its exceptional standard of living. The captivating city of Vienna serves as a world-class capital, showcasing a wealth of cultural and historical heritage. As an ideal destination to establish residence within the European Union, Austria holds a unique distinction. It is the only Western European country that allows individuals the opportunity to acquire citizenship through investment, along with an EU passport, without the need for prior residency requirements.
Austria
(Citizenship by Investment Program)
VISA FREE DESTINATIONS:
192
PASSPORT INDEX RANK:
3rd
OVERVIEW:
PROCEDURE:
The successful applicant receives full citizenship of the Republic of Austria, and the application for an Austrian passport can be lodged immediately.
Austrian passports are valid for 10 years and are easily renewable at a nominal cost.
MINIMUM CAPITAL REQUIREMENT:
Substantial contribution to the Austrian Economy
MAIN APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS:
PROCESSING TIME:
24 – 36 months
KEY BENEFITS:
• Visa-free or visa-on-arrival travel to 189 destinations
• The right to reside anywhere else in the EU and Switzerland
• High quality of life
• Excellent transport and communications
