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01Pathway AssessmentSix questions, indicative shortlist

United States

EB-5 Investor

90

Permanent U.S. residence without a job offer or business to run

Indicative capital
US$800,000 in a qualifying project, plus fees
Time to decision
12–36 months to conditional green card; varies by country
Family covered
Spouse and unmarried children under 21
Residence obligation
Must make the U.S. your permanent home
Path to citizenship
Eligible after about 5 years of permanent residence
Main risk
Project performance and source-of-funds evidence
  • Fits your capital range.
  • Matches your primary goal.
  • Decision usually within your timeline.
  • Indian nationals face visa backlogs; reserved categories matter.

Americas

Panama Qualified Investor

55

A fast, low-presence Plan B residence in the Americas

Indicative capital
From US$300,000 in property (or securities / deposit routes)
Time to decision
1–3 months
Family covered
Spouse and dependants
Residence obligation
Minimal; one visit to activate
Path to citizenship
Possible after 5 years of residence
Main risk
Holding period and property selection
  • Fits your capital range.
  • Decision usually within your timeline.

Middle East

UAE Golden Visa

55

A tax-efficient regional base and family residence

Indicative capital
Property of about AED 2 million, or business / talent routes
Time to decision
1–3 months
Family covered
Spouse, children and parents can be sponsored
Residence obligation
No minimum stay for the 10-year visa
Path to citizenship
Not a route to citizenship
Main risk
Residence only; renewal tied to holding the asset
  • Fits your capital range.
  • Decision usually within your timeline.
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Indicative only. Thresholds and timelines change; SMGC and its legal partners confirm eligibility and documents for your circumstances.