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Immigration Options Under USD 500,000 in 2026

Global Immigrate consultants · Published

Written by Global Immigrate consultants · Reviewed by Oscar Yip, Founder & Managing Director

Summary

Under USD 500,000 you can consider the Greece Golden Visa (from EUR 250,000), Cyprus PR (EUR 300,000), Panama PR (from USD 300,000), Taiwan investment immigration for Hong Kong and Macau residents (NT$6 million) and Caribbean citizenship (from USD 200,000).

Short answer: under USD 500,000 there are still many options — European residence, direct permanent residence, settlement in Taiwan and citizenship by investment. Talent routes in the US, Hong Kong and Japan need no investment at all.

Main options under USD 500,000

Goal Programme Lowest threshold Status
European residence Greece Golden Visa From EUR 250,000 Five-year residence
EU permanent residence Cyprus PR New home EUR 300,000 (plus VAT) Permanent residence
PR in the Americas Panama Qualified Investor New build from USD 300,000 Permanent residency
Settling in Taiwan Taiwan investment (HK & Macau) NT$6,000,000 Settlement and ID
Second passport Dominica and other Caribbean countries Donation from USD 200,000 Citizenship
Middle East residence Saudi Premium Residency One-time SAR 800,000 Permanent residence
Southeast Asia Malaysia MM2H Deposit from USD 150,000 plus a home 5–20 years’ residence

Routes with no investment

With strong education, income or achievements, consider US EB-2 NIW, EB-1A, Hong Kong TTPS and QMAS, or Japan HSP.

How to choose

  1. Set the goal: PR, residence, settlement or a passport?
  2. Check stay requirements: Cyprus and Panama are low; Taiwan needs genuine residence.
  3. Compare total costs: government fees, taxes and living costs.

Use the Programme Finder with your budget to see the best fits.

FAQ

Can I get EU PR under USD 500,000?

Yes — Cyprus, with a new home from EUR 300,000 (plus VAT).

What is the lowest-cost European residence?

Greece from EUR 250,000 (conversion or restoration projects).

Are there routes with no investment?

Yes, such as US EB-2 NIW, Hong Kong TTPS and Japan HSP.

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