Residency By Investment Market Global Report 2026

The residency by investment market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $21.52 billion in 2025 to $23.43 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to globalization of capital flows, rising demand for second residency among high net worth individuals, expansion of real estate investment migration programs, increasing adoption of government backed investment visa schemes, growth in international wealth diversification strategies.

The residency by investment market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $33.21 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising geopolitical instability driving mobility demand, expansion of digital nomad and remote work ecosystems, increasing adoption of blockchain based identity systems, growth in cross border wealth management services, tightening immigration policies increasing demand for investment based residency routes. Major trends in the forecast period include rising adoption of blockchain enabled residency by investment platforms for transparent fund verification, increasing integration of digital identity verification systems in golden visa applications, growing demand for real estate backed residency programs in premium urban locations, expansion of fund based citizenship and residency schemes targeting global high net worth individuals, increasing use of AI driven compliance and risk assessment tools in immigration investment processing.

The increasing number of high-net-worth individuals worldwide is expected to drive the growth of the residency by investment market in the forecast period. A high-net-worth individual (HNWI) refers to an individual possessing investable assets of at least US$1 million, excluding the value of their primary residence, collectibles, and consumer goods. The global HNWI population is expanding due to increasing wealth generation supported by business expansion, investment opportunities, and the growth of financial markets. Residency by investment programs attract high-net-worth individuals by offering legal residency benefits, enhanced international mobility, investment diversification opportunities, and improved access to business, education, and lifestyle advantages in foreign countries. For instance, in June 2024, according to Capgemini SE, a France-based information technology company, global high-net-worth individual (HNWI) wealth increased by 4.7% to reach $86.8 trillion in 2023, while the worldwide HNWI population grew by 5.1% to 22.8 million individuals. Therefore, the rising high-net-worth individual population across the globe is supporting the growth of the residency by investment market.

Leading companies operating in the residency by investment market are focusing on expanding citizenship and residency by investment programs that offer enhanced global mobility, wealth diversification, international investment opportunities, and long-term financial security to attract high-net-worth individuals and families seeking greater global access and asset protection. Residency by investment programs are government-approved schemes that grant foreign individuals residency rights in a country in exchange for qualifying investments, such as real estate purchases, business investments, or financial contributions. For example, in January 2024, Rockets Investment, a UAE-based financial services and advisory company, launched a Citizenship and Residency by Investment programme as part of its expanded portfolio. It aims to offer global financial planning, enhanced mobility, and diversified investment opportunities through second citizenship solutions for investors and families. The programme highlights visa-free travel benefits, access to education and healthcare, and long-term wealth and risk diversification strategies. It also focuses on generational security, enabling investors to secure future opportunities for their families across global markets. Spokesperson Dennis Guttig, with 12 years' experience in CBI and real estate, emphasizes international partnerships and portfolio growth.

In January 2026, CMB Regional Centers, a US-based investment immigration services provider, partnered with Fields Holdings to develop CMB Group 96-the Ellis, a mixed-use student housing project located in Eugene, Oregon. Through this collaboration, the companies aim to broaden EB-5 investment opportunities by creating a high-demand student housing development within a Targeted Employment Area (TEA), enabling investors to qualify for lower investment thresholds while contributing to job creation and pathways to permanent residency in the United States. Fields Holdings is a US-based real estate development company focused on student housing, mixed-use developments, residential projects, and commercial property development.

Major companies operating in the residency by investment market report are Apex Capital Partners, Arton Capital Corporation, Astons Group Limited, Bartra Wealth Advisors Ltd., Bayat Group FZCO, CS Global Partners Ltd., Davies & Associates LLC, Dixcart Management Malta Limited, EC Holdings Ltd., Fragomen Del Rey Bernsen & Loewy LLP, Get Golden Visa, Global Citizen Solutions Ltd., Harvey Law Group Ltd., Henley & Partners Holdings Ltd., Immigrant Invest Ltd., Knightsbridge Capital Partners Limited, La Vida Golden Visas Ltd., Latitude Group, LCR Capital Partners, Migronis FZCO, Passport Legacy Limited, Prime Properties Madeira Real Estate Lda., SecondPass Global, Savory & Partners DMCC.

North America was the dominating region in the residency by investment market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the rapidly growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the residency by investment market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the residency by investment market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

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