It is no longer possible to receive an EU passport directly upon purchasing property. Instead, investors follow a two-step process:
One of the oldest routes; requires property purchase plus a 5% government fee. 3. Major Program Shifts & Closures
Recently abolished its direct €500,000 real estate route in favor of a €250,000 real estate fund investment. 4. Pathways to the Passport
After holding residency for a specific period (typically 5 to 10 years) and often meeting language or physical presence requirements, you can apply for a passport. 2. Top Countries for Property-Based Residency (2026)
Removed the direct real estate purchase route in late 2023. Investors now typically use qualified investment funds starting at €500,000 to secure residency.
Officially closed its Golden Visa to new property-based applications in April 2025.
Buying property grants you a residence permit, allowing you to live in the country and travel visa-free within the Schengen Area .
It is no longer possible to receive an EU passport directly upon purchasing property. Instead, investors follow a two-step process:
One of the oldest routes; requires property purchase plus a 5% government fee. 3. Major Program Shifts & Closures buy property get eu passport
Recently abolished its direct €500,000 real estate route in favor of a €250,000 real estate fund investment. 4. Pathways to the Passport It is no longer possible to receive an
After holding residency for a specific period (typically 5 to 10 years) and often meeting language or physical presence requirements, you can apply for a passport. 2. Top Countries for Property-Based Residency (2026) Major Program Shifts & Closures Recently abolished its
Removed the direct real estate purchase route in late 2023. Investors now typically use qualified investment funds starting at €500,000 to secure residency.
Officially closed its Golden Visa to new property-based applications in April 2025.
Buying property grants you a residence permit, allowing you to live in the country and travel visa-free within the Schengen Area .
