What is
Citizenship
Citizenship is a legal relationship between an individual and a sovereign state. It grants the citizen full political, civil, and social rights, including the right to vote, hold public office, and travel on the passport of that nation. Citizenship is typically acquired by birth, descent, naturalisation, marriage — or, increasingly, by direct investment in a country’s economy. Unlike permanent residency, citizenship is generally permanent and confers the strongest form of national belonging, including consular protection abroad and the ability to pass nationality to one’s children.
What is
Citizenship by Investment
Citizenship by Investment (CBI) is the process of legally acquiring a second citizenship — and the passport that comes with it — by making a qualifying economic contribution to a host country. Qualifying routes typically include a non-refundable contribution to a national development fund, investment in government-approved real estate, or a business investment creating jobs. Unlike traditional naturalisation, CBI programs issue citizenship within months rather than years and do not require the applicant to physically relocate.
Why do People Invest in a Second Citizenship?
A second passport is a long-term asset — it protects families, widens business horizons, and expands personal freedom. The motivations of our clients converge around four themes:
A second passport unlocks visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to the world's major travel hubs. Grenada, St. Kitts & Nevis and Malta, for example, open more than 140 destinations — including the UK, Schengen Area, and (in Grenada's case) the E-2 treaty with the United States.
Citizenship in a stable democracy is a form of insurance against political, economic, or social instability at home. It can be passed to spouses, children, and in many programs, future descendants — a permanent benefit to the family line.
A second citizenship simplifies international banking, improves access to global capital markets, and removes friction from cross-border business structuring. In many jurisdictions, it also unlocks free trade agreements the applicant's home country may not enjoy.
Several CBI jurisdictions impose no tax on worldwide income, capital gains, inheritance, or wealth. With careful planning, a second citizenship can be the cornerstone of a legitimate, transparent international tax strategy.
See our Passport Index for the visa-free score of every passport in the world.
Which Countries Offer Citizenship by Investment Programs?
Aksa Capital is pleased to be an authorized agent for the following citizenship programs:
What makes
Aksa Capital Different?
Aksa Capital is best defined by its integrity. We work side by side with our clients and partners, from choosing the right program through to the completion of the application process and beyond. We have built and maintained an extensive network of partners and agents who are certified to promote our products and services and to whom we offer round-the-clock support. We simplify complexity to ensure a smooth application process. When you choose Aksa, you choose the Global Citizen Reality. We offer a bespoke array of financial services, access to the Global Citizen Forum and trusted guidance concerning immigration matters.
Aksa Capital's Program Tools
Aksa Capital's proprietary program tools allow investors to learn about each citizenship program and compare them side by side. We believe it is crucial for investors to understand the cost and benefits of each program so that they may make the right decision for themselves, their families and their businesses.
Compare the different programs side by side and examine their features.
Open tool →Compare total cost of each program — contributions, fees, and dependants.
Open tool →Explore visa-free destinations and mobility scores on an interactive map.
Open tool →Get a shortlist of the programs that best fit your profile and timeline.
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