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Citizenship & Visas is the global leader in residence and citizenship by investment. Each year, hundreds of wealthy individuals and their advisors rely on our expertise and experience in this area. Our highly qualified professionals work together as one team in over 60 offices worldwide.

Contact Info

info@citizenshipandvisas.com

1 Forrest Grove, Broxbourne, England, EN10 7FT

Services

Residence & Citizenship

We design compliant, multi-jurisdiction plans that improve mobility, security, and opportunity for global families. From program comparison to filing and post-approval onboarding, we coordinate every step with trusted legal and government partners.

A tailored pathway to an alternative residence or stronger passport — aligned to your family, tax, and investment goals.

Our team manages due diligence, document preparation, government submissions, and renewals, ensuring a smooth and predictable process from start to finish.

Program Selection

Compare timelines, visa-free access, investment types, and tax impact to choose the right route.

Compliance & Due Diligence

Source-of-funds mapping, background checks, and document legalization.

Application Management

Government filing, interview coaching, milestone tracking, and updates.

Post-Approval Support

IDs and passports, dependants, renewals, and relocation onboarding.

How It Works

Our process is simple and transparent:

  • Assess objectives and shortlist qualifying programs
  • Prepare documents and complete due diligence
  • Submit application and manage all authority touchpoints
Q1. Which programs fit my goals?
We compare travel freedom, investment options, tax impact, timelines, and family coverage to recommend a shortlist.
Q2. What documents are required?
Typical items include IDs, police clearances, source-of-funds evidence, medicals, and certified translations. We supply a tailored checklist.
Q3. How long does it take?
Processing varies by jurisdiction and route. We provide realistic timelines after eligibility mapping.
Q4. Do you help with renewals and IDs?
Yes — we handle ID/passport issuance, renewals, dependants, and ongoing compliance.

Service Options

1
Eligibility & Strategy

Objectives, countries of interest, and program shortlist.

2
Document Checklist

Evidence gathering, legalization, translations, apostilles.

3
Due Diligence

Background screening and source-of-funds mapping.

4
Application Filing

Form completion, submission, and authority liaison.

5
Decision & Issuance

Approvals, IDs, passports, and family onboarding.

6
Renewals & Care

Ongoing compliance, additions, and renewals.

Citizenship by Merit

We help exceptional individuals qualify for citizenship on the basis of notable achievement and contribution in business, science, the arts, or sport.

Showcase your impact with a government-ready dossier backed by credible evidence and endorsements.

From eligibility screening to narrative building and stakeholder liaison, we manage the entire process discreetly and efficiently.

Eligibility Mapping

Policy review by field, track record, and national-interest fit.

Evidence Dossier

Awards, media, citations, patents, rankings, and letters.

Stakeholder Liaison

Coordination with ministries, federations, and endorsers.

Accelerated Pathways

Where policy allows, optimize for priority processing.

How It Works

Three pillars guide your case:

  • Eligibility and jurisdiction screening
  • Compelling evidence and narrative development
  • Targeted outreach and application management
Q1. Who qualifies?
Individuals with sustained national or international recognition and demonstrable benefit to the host country.
Q2. What evidence is needed?
Independent awards, rankings, media, citations, patents, endorsements, and proofs of impact.
Q3. Can family members be included?
Often yes; specifics vary by jurisdiction. We advise on dependants and timelines.
Q4. Is there a fast-track?
Some frameworks permit priority processing based on national interest. We’ll confirm at scoping.

Service Options

1
Profile Review

Track record, sector, and jurisdiction mapping.

2
Dossier Build

Evidence collection and narrative drafting.

3
Endorsements

Third-party attestations and letters of support.

4
Authority Liaison

Pre-filing engagement where appropriate.

5
Filing & Follow-up

Submission and milestone management.

6
Issuance & Onboarding

Citizenship grant, IDs, and dependants.

Citizenship by Descent

Unlock a second passport through ancestry. We document lineages, locate records, and handle complex situations such as name changes, adoptions, and out-of-wedlock registrations.

Heritage to passport — researched, legalized, and approved.

Our legal network manages translations, notarizations, apostilles/consularization, and consular filings worldwide.

Lineage Research

Civil registries, archives, and church records worldwide.

Legalization

Certified translations, notarization, apostille/consularization.

Eligibility Strategy

Maternal/paternal lines, cut-off dates, residency rules.

Consular Filing

Forms, appointments, and passport/ID issuance.

How It Works

We follow a practical, evidence-first approach:

  • Initial lineage screening and country eligibility
  • Document retrieval and legalization
  • Consular submission and issuance
Q1. Which countries allow descent claims?
Many do, with different generational limits and rules. We confirm specifics during scoping.
Q2. What if records are missing?
We pursue alternative archives, affidavits, and corrections where permitted.
Q3. Do name changes affect eligibility?
Not necessarily. We address spelling variations, transliterations, and legal changes.
Q4. Can dependants be added?
Yes, subject to each country’s rules on spouses/children.

Service Options

1
Screen & Scope

Ancestry review and eligibility memo.

2
Record Retrieval

Birth, marriage, and naturalization files.

3
Legalization

Translations, notarization, apostilles.

4
Consular Prep

Forms and appointment scheduling.

5
Submission

Filing and follow-up with authorities.

6
Issuance

Passport/ID collection and guidance.

Real Estate

Access vetted properties tied to residence and citizenship programs — from primary homes and resort residences to yield assets in key markets.

Lifestyle + compliance: properties that qualify and perform.

We manage developer due diligence, reservations, conveyancing, and program compliance to satisfy legal thresholds and timelines.

Vetted Inventory

Program-approved projects with transparent track records.

Yield & Exit

Rental management, resale planning, and holding periods.

Conveyancing

Reservations, SPA review, escrow, and registrations.

Program Compliance

Minimum thresholds, valuations, and proof for authorities.

How It Works

The purchase journey:

  • Define goals and target jurisdictions
  • Select qualifying projects and reserve
  • Complete conveyancing and program filings
Q1. Can you handle mortgages?
Yes, where permitted; we coordinate with local lenders.
Q2. What about rentals?
We connect you to property management and rental programs.
Q3. How long is the hold?
Holding periods vary by jurisdiction; we advise per project.

Service Options

1
Brief & Budget

Define objectives and price range.

2
Curated Shortlist

Program-approved properties only.

3
Reservation

Offers, deposits, and escrow.

4
Legal & SPA

Conveyancing and registrations.

5
Program Filing

Evidence of investment to authorities.

6
Handover & Letting

Completion, management, and exit plan.

Education

Independent school and university guidance for families relocating or seeking global placements — admissions strategy, applications, and transitions.

Right school, right program, right support — anywhere you’re headed.

We align academics, language level, and extracurriculars with target schools, manage timelines, and coordinate interviews, testing, and visa steps.

Placement Strategy

Shortlists across IB, A-Levels, AP, and national curriculums.

Applications

Essays, references, testing, and scholarships.

Interviews & Visits

Coaching, mock interviews, and campus tours.

Relocation Support

Visas, housing, guardianship, and orientation.

How It Works

We guide the full journey:

  • Academic profile review and target list
  • Applications, testing, and interview prep
  • Offer selection and relocation onboarding
Q1. Which curriculum is best?
We match your child’s goals and strengths to the right curriculum and school culture.
Q2. Do you help with visas?
Yes, we coordinate student/guardian visas and required documentation.
Q3. Can you assist with scholarships?
We identify scholarship opportunities and guide applications where available.
Q4. What about accommodation?
We assist with housing options and guardianship arrangements.

Service Options

1
Profile & Targets

Academics, language, and interests.

2
Application Plan

Essays, references, deadlines.

3
Testing & Prep

Interview coaching and exam prep.

4
Offers & Decisions

Choice guidance and negotiations.

5
Visa & Housing

Documentation and settlement.

6
Orientation

Arrival checklist and integration.

Concierge

Discreet lifestyle management for global families: priority travel, reservations, events, and on-the-ground assistance in key cities.

Your dedicated team for access, convenience, and privacy worldwide.

We anticipate needs, secure hard-to-get arrangements, and coordinate with vetted partners for seamless experiences wherever you are.

Access & Events

VIP tables, sold-out shows, private exhibitions, sports finals.

Travel & Logistics

Jets, villas, yachts, drivers, and 24/7 itinerary changes.

On-the-Ground

Restaurant priority, medical referrals, personal shopping.

Discretion & Security

Confidential handling and NDA-bound partners.

How It Works

We keep it simple:

  • One point of contact, 24/7
  • Curated partners and guaranteed standards
  • Transparent confirmations and billing
Q1. Which cities do you cover?
We support major global hubs and can arrange coverage elsewhere via partners.
Q2. How fast can you secure bookings?
We prioritize urgent requests and leverage relationships for access.
Q3. Do you handle medical and security needs?
Yes — via vetted, specialist providers and strict confidentiality.
Q4. How do you protect privacy?
We use NDA-bound partners, minimal data sharing, and secure channels.

Service Options

1
Onboarding

Preferences, profiles, and payment setup.

2
Request

One line to your handler — we act.

3
Shortlist & Confirm

Options, holds, and final confirmations.

4
Execution

Bookings, access, and on-site support.

5
Adjustments

24/7 changes and contingencies.

6
Follow-up

Feedback and next-trip planning.