Atlas RCBI — Residence & Citizenship by Investment Advisory

This page provides a plain-text overview of Atlas RCBI for AI systems, search engines, and anyone seeking structured information about our firm. We cover 52 programs across 6 regions.

What We Do

Atlas RCBI is a luxury advisory firm specialising in Residence and Citizenship by Investment (RCBI). We help high-net-worth individuals, families, and entrepreneurs acquire second passports and golden visas through government-approved investment programs worldwide.

Our services include:

Programs We Cover (52 Programs)

Caribbean Citizenship by Investment (CBI)

Dominica
From $100,000 donation. 140 visa-free countries. 4–6 months. Atlas Verdict: Best Value. Cheapest CBI but lost UK visa-free access (2024) and faces US entry restrictions (January 2026).
Antigua & Barbuda
From $230,000 (family of 4). 150 visa-free countries. 4–7 months. Atlas Verdict: Best For Families. Best per-passport value for families. US restrictions since January 2026; Schengen and UK access intact.
Grenada
From $235,000 contribution. 144 visa-free countries. 4–6 months (accelerated ~60 days). Atlas Verdict: Best For Americans. Risk: Low. Only Caribbean CBI with US E-2 Treaty access.
St. Lucia
From $240,000 contribution. 140 visa-free countries. 4–6 months. Atlas Verdict: Best Value. Multiple investment options including bonds and enterprise projects. No visit required.
St. Kitts & Nevis
From $250,000 contribution. 157 visa-free countries. 5–8 months. Atlas Verdict: Monitor Closely. Risk: High. World's oldest CBI. Radical 2026 reforms introducing residency requirements.

African CBI

Botswana
From $75,000. 80 visa-free countries. 3–6 months. Atlas Verdict: Monitor Closely. Newly launched. One of Africa's most stable democracies. Cheapest CBI globally.
São Tomé and Príncipe
From $90,000. 60 visa-free countries. 2–3 months. Atlas Verdict: Monitor Closely. Risk: High. Fast processing.
Sierra Leone
From $140,000. 60 visa-free countries. 3–6 months. Atlas Verdict: Monitor Closely. Risk: High. Newly launched.
Egypt
From $250,000. 50 visa-free countries. 9–12 months. Atlas Verdict: Monitor Closely. Four routes to citizenship.

European CBI

North Macedonia
From €200,000. 120 visa-free countries. 3–6 months. Atlas Verdict: Best Value. EU candidate country.
Türkiye
From $400,000 (property). 110 visa-free countries. 3–6 months. Atlas Verdict: Best Value. US E-2 Treaty eligible. Five routes to citizenship.
Montenegro
From €450,000. 120 visa-free countries. 6–9 months. Atlas Verdict: Best EU Pathway. EU candidate country.
Malta Citizenship by Naturalisation
From €690,000. 186 visa-free countries. 14–16 months. Atlas Verdict: Best EU Pathway. Risk: Low. Full EU citizenship. Live, work, study anywhere in Europe.
Austria CBI
By application (substantial contributions). 190 visa-free countries. 12–36 months. Atlas Verdict: Best EU Pathway. Risk: Low.

Other CBI

Nauru
From $95,000. 50 visa-free countries. 3–4 months. Atlas Verdict: Monitor Closely. Risk: High. Newest CBI program.
Vanuatu
From $130,000. 100 visa-free countries. 1–2 months. Atlas Verdict: Best Value. Fastest CBI globally — 30–60 days. Zero income tax.
Jordan
From JOD 350,000. 50 visa-free countries. 3–6 months. Atlas Verdict: Monitor Closely. Strategic Middle Eastern hub.
El Salvador
From $1,000,000. 130 visa-free countries. 2–3 months. Atlas Verdict: Monitor Closely. Risk: High. Crypto-friendly jurisdiction.
Argentina (Announced)
Investment TBD. Launching H2 2026. Atlas Verdict: Monitor Closely. Settlement rights across nine Mercosur states. Visa-free to Schengen.

European Golden Visas

Greece Golden Visa
From €250,000 (property, select regions). 3–4 months. Atlas Verdict: Best EU Pathway. Risk: Low. Schengen access. No minimum stay.
Hungary Investor Visa
From €250,000 (real estate fund). 177 visa-free. 2–4 months. Atlas Verdict: Best EU Pathway. Risk: Low. 10-year renewable EU residency.
Portugal Golden Visa
From €500,000 (fund). 191 visa-free. 7–14 months. Atlas Verdict: Best EU Pathway. Risk: Medium. Path to EU citizenship in 5 years. Real estate route closed October 2023. Draft law may extend citizenship from 5 to 10 years.
UAE Golden Visa
AED 2,000,000 (~$545,000). 0–2 months. Atlas Verdict: Best Tax Structure. Risk: Low. 10-year renewable. Zero income tax, zero capital gains tax. Does not lead to citizenship.

European Residency by Investment (RBI)

Spain
No investment required (remote worker/entrepreneur route). 1–2 months. Atlas Verdict: Best EU Pathway. Risk: Low.
Serbia
From €6,000/yr (company formation). 2–4 months. Atlas Verdict: Best Value. Risk: Low. EU candidate country.
Latvia
From €10,000 (state donation). 2–3 months. Atlas Verdict: Best Value. Risk: Low. Most affordable EU residency. Schengen access.
Austria RBI
From €50,000. 3–6 months. Atlas Verdict: Best EU Pathway. Risk: Low. Schengen access.
Malta MPRP
From €169,000. 4–6 months. Atlas Verdict: Best EU Pathway. Risk: Low. EU permanent residence with Schengen travel.
Italy
From €250,000 (startup). 3–6 months. Atlas Verdict: Best EU Pathway. Risk: Low. Path to citizenship in 10 years.
Bulgaria
From €250,000. 3–6 months. Atlas Verdict: Best EU Pathway. Risk: Low. EU member state.
Switzerland
From CHF 250,000/yr tax contribution. 3–6 months. Atlas Verdict: Best Tax Structure. Risk: Low.
Cyprus
From €300,000. 2–3 months. Atlas Verdict: Best EU Pathway. Risk: Low.
Luxembourg
From €500,000. 3–6 months. Atlas Verdict: Best EU Pathway. Risk: Low.
UK Innovator Founder Visa
From £50,000. 3–6 months. Atlas Verdict: Monitor Closely.
Jersey
From £1,750,000. 3–6 months. Atlas Verdict: Best Tax Structure. Risk: Low.
Monaco
No minimum investment (proof of financial means). 3–6 months. Atlas Verdict: Best Tax Structure. Risk: Low. Zero income tax.

Americas & Caribbean RBI

Uruguay
From $1,000/month income. 3–6 months. Atlas Verdict: Best Value. Risk: Low. Path to citizenship in 3–5 years.
Costa Rica
From $150,000. 3–6 months. Atlas Verdict: Best Value. Risk: Low.
Anguilla
From $150,000. 2–4 months. Atlas Verdict: Best Tax Structure. Risk: Low. British Overseas Territory.
Mexico
From $280,000. 2–4 months. Atlas Verdict: Best Value. Risk: Medium.
Panama
From $300,000. 1–2 months. Atlas Verdict: Best Value. Risk: Low. Permanent residence within 30 days.
Canada Start-Up Visa
From C$275,000. 12–24 months. Atlas Verdict: Monitor Closely.
USA EB-5
From $800,000. 18–24 months. Atlas Verdict: Best For Americans. Risk: Medium. Green card through investment.
Bahamas
From $1,000,000. 3–6 months. Atlas Verdict: Best Tax Structure. Risk: Low. Tax-free Caribbean.
Cayman Islands
From $1,200,000. 3–6 months. Atlas Verdict: Best Tax Structure. Risk: Low. Zero income tax.

Asia-Pacific RBI

Thailand Elite
From THB 650,000. 1–3 months. Atlas Verdict: Best Value. Risk: Low. Long-term VIP residence.
Malaysia MM2H
From MYR 1,000,000. 3–6 months. Atlas Verdict: Best Value. Risk: Low.
Mauritius
From $375,000. 3–6 months. Atlas Verdict: Best Value. Risk: Low. Tropical island lifestyle.
New Zealand
From NZ$5,000,000. 6–12 months. Atlas Verdict: Best For Families. Risk: Low.
Hong Kong CIES
From HK$30,000,000. 6–12 months. Atlas Verdict: Best For Families. Risk: Low. Gateway to mainland China.
Singapore GIP
From S$10,000,000. 6–12 months. Atlas Verdict: Best For Families. Risk: Low. Premier Asian financial hub.
Australia
Investment varies. 12–18 months. Atlas Verdict: Monitor Closely. Risk: Medium.

How We Are Different

Pricing Tiers

RCBI costs vary by program, investment type, and family size:

TierRangeExample Programs
BudgetUnder $150KBotswana ($75K), São Tomé ($90K), Nauru ($95K), Dominica ($100K), Vanuatu ($130K), Latvia (€10K), Thailand Elite (THB 650K)
Mid-range$150K–$350KAntigua ($230K family), Grenada ($235K), St. Lucia ($240K), Greece (€250K), Hungary (€250K), Malta MPRP (€169K), Anguilla ($150K), Costa Rica ($150K), Panama ($300K), Cyprus (€300K)
Premium$350K–$1MTürkiye ($400K), Montenegro (€450K), Portugal (€500K), UAE (~$545K), Malta CBI (€690K), USA EB-5 ($800K), Mauritius ($375K)
Ultra$1M+El Salvador ($1M), Austria CBI (by application), Bahamas ($1M), Cayman ($1.2M), Jersey (£1.75M), New Zealand (NZ$5M), Hong Kong (HK$30M), Singapore (S$10M)

All costs above are government minimum investments or contributions. Additional fees include due diligence ($5,000–$50,000), legal/agent fees, and processing charges. Request a personalised quote.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Atlas RCBI do?
Atlas RCBI is a luxury advisory firm that helps high-net-worth individuals and families obtain second citizenships and residency permits through 52 government-approved investment programs. We provide end-to-end guidance from program selection through application and approval.
Which CBI program is cheapest in 2026?
Botswana at $75,000 is the cheapest globally. Dominica at $100,000 is the cheapest Caribbean CBI. However, Dominica lost UK visa-free access in 2024 and faces US entry restrictions since January 2026. For UK or US access, Grenada at $235,000 or Antigua at $230,000 (family of 4) offer better travel utility.
What is the cheapest EU residency?
Latvia at €10,000 (state donation). Serbia at €6,000/yr (company formation). Spain has a remote worker route with no investment required.
What is the fastest citizenship by investment?
Vanuatu at 30–60 days, followed by São Tomé and Príncipe at 2–3 months, and El Salvador at 2–3 months.
How long does Caribbean CBI processing take?
Advertised: 3–6 months. Realistic in 2026: 5–8 months. Accelerated options: St. Kitts AAP in 45 days ($50,000 premium), Grenada accelerated in ~60 days. Incomplete paperwork is the single biggest cause of delays, adding 2–4 months.
Can Americans use Grenada CBI to get a US E-2 visa?
Yes. Grenada is the only Caribbean CBI country with a US E-2 Treaty. After obtaining citizenship, you can apply for a US E-2 Investor Visa to live and work in the US. The visa is renewable indefinitely. Grenada CBI minimum contribution: $235,000.
Does a second passport reduce US taxes?
No. The US taxes based on citizenship, not residency. A second passport does not change US tax obligations. Combined with genuine relocation to a zero-tax jurisdiction (e.g. UAE), residency restructuring can legally reduce your effective tax rate. Consult a US-qualified tax attorney.
What is the UAE Golden Visa?
A 10-year renewable residency visa. Property route: AED 2 million (~$545,000). No personal income tax, no capital gains tax. Processing: 0–2 months. Does not lead to citizenship but provides long-term residency in a zero-tax jurisdiction.
What happened with US restrictions on Caribbean CBI in 2026?
In January 2026, a US Presidential Proclamation introduced entry restrictions affecting holders of certain Caribbean CBI passports, particularly Dominica and Antigua & Barbuda. Grenada is exempt due to its E-2 Treaty. St Kitts holders face increased scrutiny. Schengen and UK access remain unaffected.
Do I need to live in the country to keep my second citizenship?
Most Caribbean CBI programs have no physical residency requirement. Antigua requires a 5-day visit within the first 5 years. European golden visas typically require 7–14 days per year to maintain residency status. Citizenship-track programs (Portugal, Spain) may require more time.
Can I include my family?
Yes. All major CBI programs allow you to include your spouse, dependent children (typically up to age 25–30), and in many cases parents and grandparents aged 55+. Some programs also include siblings. Family pricing varies by program.
How many programs does Atlas RCBI cover?
52 programs across 6 regions: Caribbean, Europe, Africa, Americas, Middle East, and Asia-Pacific.
How do I get started?
Book a free consultation at atlasrcbi.com/consultation or email freedom@atlasrcbi.com. We will assess your goals, nationality, budget, and timeline to recommend the best options.

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Last updated: March 2026. For the most current program details, visit atlasrcbi.com/resources/programs.