Cypriots have been able to become permanent residents since the programme began in 2016. Cyprus is a small island republic in the eastern Mediterranean Sea, located just off the coast of Turkey. This Mediterranean island is the third-largest and third-most populous in the region, and it is located in the south of Turkey, to the west of Syria, northwest of Lebanon and Israel and the Gaza Strip, north of Egypt, and southeast of Greece.
Real estate purchases of more than €300,000, including taxes,
In 2013, the Golden Visa programme for Greece was launched. The Aegean and Ionian seas are home to thousands of Greek islands, making Greece a popular tourist destination. It has been referred to be the "cradle of Western civilization" because of its role in ancient times.
For a purchase of €250,000 or more, including relevant taxes.
In 2012, the Portugal Golden Visa initiative was launched. Located on the Iberian Peninsula, Portugal has a border with Spain. Salt cod and grilled sardines are national delicacies because of their proximity to the Atlantic Ocean.
In 2013, Spain launched its "Golden Visa" scheme. The Iberian Peninsula, where Spain is located, is home to 17 autonomous regions, each having their own distinct history, geography, and culture.
Purchasing a home costs at least €500,000, not including taxes.