Golden Passports: how elites buy freedom | LSE Research

Have you ever heard of the term 'golden passport'?
Wealthy individuals choose to invest in ’Citizenship by Investment’ programmes based on the benefits and global opportunities a new citizenship provides. Over the last two decades, these programmes have surged in popularity, with more than 20 countries adopting 'golden passport' laws and extending the privilege to over 50,000 people each year.
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[@JenniferHardingMarlincitizen]

Enjoyed your video. We are a local authorized agent for citizenship by investment and have helped many people with citizenship by investment.

[@Matti_us_Alpe]

Dont forget about Austria.

[@LetterSignedBy51SpiesWasA-Coup]

People should have freedom wherever they are but they don't. That's why people buy passports when they can afford to.