Minimum Investment: Typically from €50,000 (business share capital) for RBI; higher thresholds (~€250,000+) for real estate or other options.
Benefits: 5‑year EU residency permit; family inclusion; right to live, work, study in Latvia; Schengen travel; pathway to permanent residency and EU citizenship.
Processing Time: Usually ~1–3 months (fast compared to many EU programs).
United Arab Emirates – Golden Visa (Investor/Investor‑Linked Categories)
Minimum Investment: Often tied to real estate or business — commonly AED 1 million‑2 million+ depending on category (e.g., 2 million AED property for a long‑term visa).
Benefits: Long‑term residency (5 or 10 years); work and live in the UAE without sponsor; family inclusion; access to UAE services and zero personal income tax.
Processing Time: Many straightforward cases complete within 1–3 weeks once documents are submitted; final issuance often under a month.