For people seeking an easy, straightforward path to relocating to live, work or school in a European country with good prospects, here are 11 countries we have compiled that have very easy immigration processes for immigrants.
These countries are Spain, Italy, Malta, Cyprus, Greece and Portugal. We picked these countries based on the following: available visa types, accessibility, immigration process, citizenship options, job opportunities, quality of life and non-extraction policies.
Spain
Spain
Spain is a very welcoming country in the world and has great opportunities for permanent residency and citizenship for immigrants. The Spain Non-Lucrative Visa allows immigrants with minimum foreign monthly income of €2400 to reside in the country.
Spain’s temporary residence permit is renewable and visa holders are eligible for permanent residency after 5 years in the country.
The general requirement for naturalization in Spain is 10 years. However, EU member nation nationals can qualify in two years.
Italy
Italy
Italy is a beautiful country with rich cultures, beautiful sceneries, job opportunities and has established several options to allow immigrants have a long term stay in the country.
The best pathway to residing in Italy are through the Italian Golden Visa or the Elective Residency Visa programs. Golden Visa comes in the form of an investment visa. Applicants willing to make investments of €250,000 and above in a startup company or invest €1,000,000 to Italian charity can qualify to apply and be given the Golden Visa to live and work in Italy.
The Elective Residency Visa allows applicants who can earn up to €31,000 annual income to live and work in the country, even if their income is sourced via remote jobs.
After 5 years of staying in Italy, you qualify to apply for a permanent residency status in Italy.
Malta
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The introduction of the Malta Permanent Residency Program and an easy immigration process has made Malta one of the most sought-after countries for immigrants looking to settle and work in Europe.
Also, the Malta Investment Immigration Program gives opportunities to investors willing to invest in the country to be afforded a visa and citizenship. Individuals willing to make investments of €110,000 in the country are eligible.
Greece
Greece
Greece is now a major attraction to investors seeking investments in real estate because of the new Greece Golden Visa. The visa requires a minimum of €250,000 investment in the country to qualify. The country also has a renewable temporary resident permit.
Portugal
Portugal
Portugal has been a long-term immigration haven. The major catch for Portugal is its D7 Visa.
Meet the minimum passive income requirements, which vary depending on the number of dependents
Provide proof of accommodation and bank account in Portugal
The visa is valid for two years and renewable.
Cyprus
Cyprus
Cyprus offers an easy pathway to migrate to it from other countries.
The country also offers permanent residency by investment. It is called the Cyprus Permanent Residency Program. It offers Three pathway to relocating to Cyprus.
Cyprus also provides a tax-friendly environment with benefits like a low corporate tax rate, non-resident tax advantages, and various deductions. Its extensive network of double tax treaties enhances its appeal, making it an attractive destination for businesses and individuals seeking tax incentives
