Europe as a key destination for investors

Going global is becoming less of an option and more of a necessity when it comes to personal as well as business growth and family security. Thus, a second citizenship/residence permit makes more sense today, explains Waquar Karim, V-P of WWICS

Top economies in the world like Europe, UK, USA, Canada, Australia and Caribbean Island administer programmes that grant residency and citizenship by investment to foreign nationals. These programmes aim to increase country's foreign direct investment levels by offering incentives to those willing to make sizeable Investments.
Individual/investors can reap numerous benefits of expanding their presence across the globe. Having the flexibility of choosing where to live, to provide a better quality of life for their families, access to better education for their children and a safe haven in times of political instability are some of the major reasons that motivate investors to decide on getting global residency and citizenship.
Europe as an investment destination
Europe is a real opportunity for businesspersons, senior management professionals and investors who are seeking an incomparable quality of life.
"By having a residence permit in a European country, investors and their families are free to travel within the Schengen area for 90 days within a half year. After attaining European citizenship, they are free to live, work or do business in any part of the Schengen region," Karim says.
Europe's attractiveness as an investment destination has risen sharply in recent years. Key factors in Europe's increased appeal as an investment destination are its high property appreciation, regulatory climate, excellent rental returns, hassle-free property management and leadership in innovation.
Where can you make government bonds/real estate investments in Europe?
MALTA: Permanent Residency by investing 250,000 euro in government bonds or under finance option starting from 75,000 euro.
GREECE: Get Golden Residency by making a minimum investment of 250,000 euro in real estate.
PORTUGAL: A minimum investment of 280,000 euro in real estate will get you full ownership and Golden residency of Portugal or start a new business with the investment of 135,000 euro.
CYPRUS: You can get direct citizenship by making an investment of 2.5 million euro in real estate. On investment of 300,000 euro you can earn residency status.
SPAIN: Become permanent resident of Spain by making an investment of 500,000 euro in real estate.
FINLAND: Become a Finnish resident by investing in a self-managed business under Active Investment Business Program.
UK: Become a UK resident by setting up or running a business in the UK under Sole Representative or Innovator Visa programme. Minimum investment starting from 50,000 GBP.
Looking to secure your family future, better quality life, education, healthcare and business potential in Europe?
One of the world's largest immigration group - WWICS brings to you a wonderful opportunity to invest into real estate or government bonds or existing business or starting a new business. We also facilitate financing option of Government Bond through authorised financial institutions. Karim adds, "The group offers professional services to the individuals and families to transform their immigration dreams into reality and is helping them settle in their dream country under the different mobility programmes since 1993."
WWICS is a fully-licensed firm with more than 25 offices across the globe including in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Canada, Australia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Kenya and 14 offices in India.
The group's strong presence across the globe allows to serve and facilitate diligently to its clients. The global resettlement experts at WWICS are here to guide you at every step of the way. After intense strategising and developing of the best investment options with an expert team of lawyers and business/investment consultants, WWICS ensures smooth processing of your application with the concerned authorities.

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