Dual citizenship allowed countries list

WHICH COUNTRIES DO YOU PROVIDE CITIZENSHIP SERVICES FOR?

As DKD Global, we provide citizenship services through investment and alternative models specifically for Dominica, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Malta, Argentina, Turkey, Antigua and Barbuda, Grenada, Nauru, and Sao Tome. Although we also offer services for Antigua and Barbuda, Grenada, Nauru, and Sao Tome, we recommend the citizenship programs of Dominica, Saint Kitts and Nevis, and Saint Lucia to our clients because they have a more established history and stronger passports under the same conditions. In addition, we provide coordination and consultancy support to our clients for merit-based citizenship and permanent residence planning in Malta, citizenship by investment in Turkey, and in Argentina for residence through passive income, citizenship by birth, long-term settlement through language school, and investment-based citizenship routes.

WHAT IS CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT?

Citizenship by investment programs are legal programs that allow you to obtain the citizenship and passport of a country by making a financial contribution or real estate investment in that country. The Caribbean countries Dominica, Saint Kitts and Nevis, and Saint Lucia are among the most established countries offering these programs. Through these programs, applicants obtain full citizenship and passport rights without settling in or physically visiting the relevant country.

WHICH COUNTRIES OFFER THIS PROGRAM AND WHEN WERE THE PROGRAMS ESTABLISHED?

The Dominica Citizenship by Investment Program was established in 1993, and the Dominica passport ranks 29th globally. The Saint Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program was established in 1984 and ranks 21st globally. The Saint Lucia Citizenship by Investment Program was established in 2015 and ranks 28th globally.

HOW MANY COUNTRIES CAN I TRAVEL TO VISA-FREE WITH THESE PASSPORTS?

The Dominica passport grants holders visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to more than 137 countries. The Saint Kitts and Nevis passport provides visa-free travel to more than 149 countries. The Saint Lucia passport grants visa-free access to more than 140 countries. These country lists are constantly changing, and for up-to-date information, the websites of the relevant countries’ foreign ministries or www.passportindex.org should be checked.

CAN I GO TO THE UNITED KINGDOM, CANADA, AND THE UNITED STATES WITH THESE PASSPORTS?

Holders of a Dominica passport can complete visa applications to the United Kingdom, Canada, and the United States without difficulty. Holders of Saint Kitts and Nevis and Saint Lucia passports can also obtain Canadian and United States visas without difficulty when they apply. The United Kingdom is a visa-required country for the Dominica passport, while entry to the United Kingdom can be made visa-free with a Saint Kitts and Nevis passport.

HOW LONG DOES THE CITIZENSHIP PROCESS TAKE?

In Dominica, the official time is stated as 3-6 months from the completion of the application, but in practice it takes 10-14 months for the passport to arrive. In Saint Kitts and Nevis, the official time is stated as 3-6 months, but in reality this may extend to 6-12 months. In Saint Lucia, the official time is stated as 12-18 months, but in practice the process may extend to 18-26 months. Although some websites state periods such as 4-6 months, the actual processes are longer than that, and applicants should be prepared for this.

WHAT IS THE VALIDITY PERIOD OF THE PASSPORTS?

The Dominica passport is valid for 10 years. The Saint Kitts and Nevis passport is also valid for 10 years. The Saint Lucia passport is valid for 5 years. All passports can be renewed for 600 dollars.

CAN I BE DEPRIVED OF CITIZENSHIP?

No. There is no deprivation of citizenship obtained under these programs. You and your family can benefit from the citizenship for life.

CAN THE CITIZENSHIP BE PASSED ON TO FUTURE GENERATIONS?

In Dominica and Saint Kitts and Nevis, citizenship can be passed on to future generations by descent. In Saint Lucia, citizenship is passed on by descent to the first generation only.

DO I NEED TO SETTLE IN THESE COUNTRIES?

No. None of the three programs requires residence in or a physical visit to the country. There is no prior residence requirement to obtain citizenship, and you do not need to go there.

WHAT ARE THE TAX ADVANTAGES?

In Dominica, non-residents are not subject to capital gains tax, net wealth tax, or inheritance tax. Likewise, in Saint Kitts and Nevis, non-residents are not subject to capital gains tax, net wealth tax, or inheritance tax. In Saint Lucia, non-residents are also not subject to capital gains tax, net wealth tax, or inheritance tax. In short, none of these countries imposes tax obligations on citizenship holders.

DO I NEED TO KNOW A LANGUAGE? IS THERE A CITIZENSHIP EXAM?

No, there is no language requirement. There is also no citizenship exam. Although the official language of all three countries is English, language proficiency is not sought during the application process.

WILL THERE BE AN INTERVIEW?

Yes, there is an interview, but this is purely a formality. In the Dominica program, a personal interview is required for every applicant aged 16 and over during the due diligence stage. In Saint Kitts and Nevis, a personal interview is also conducted for every applicant aged 16 and over. In Saint Lucia, a personal interview is conducted only for the main applicant during the due diligence stage. Interviews may be conducted online or in person. The purpose of these interviews is only to verify that you are a real person, and they are not a serious assessment exam.

WHICH FAMILY MEMBERS CAN I INCLUDE IN THE APPLICATION?

In the Dominica program, the main applicant’s spouse, unmarried children up to the age of 30 (students), parents of the main applicant and spouse aged 65 and over, and children with special needs, regardless of age, may be included in the application.

In the Saint Kitts and Nevis program, the main applicant’s spouse, unmarried children up to the age of 30, provided that they are full-time and continuously enrolled students, parents of the main applicant and spouse aged 55 and over, provided that they reside at the same address as the main applicant, and children with special needs, regardless of age, may be included.

In the Saint Lucia program, the main applicant’s spouse, unmarried children up to the age of 30 (students), parents of the main applicant and spouse aged 55 and over, without the requirement of residing at the same address as the main applicant, only the main applicant’s unmarried siblings under the age of 18, and children and parents with special needs, regardless of age, may be included. In Saint Lucia, dependent family members may also be added to the application within no later than 5 years from the creation of the application after the main applicant has obtained citizenship.

WHAT IS THE AGE LIMIT FOR PARENTS?

In Dominica, the age limit for parents is 65 and over. In Saint Kitts and Nevis and Saint Lucia, the age limit for parents is 55 and over. This difference may lead to a cost difference of around 10-15 thousand dollars.

IS THERE A SPECIAL SITUATION FOR CHILDREN?

If the child has reached the age of 25, they cannot be added to the file. If the child has entered the workforce, they cannot be added under any circumstances even if they are under the age of 25. However, if there is an employment record only for insurance purposes, this may be explained.

WHICH COUNTRY NATIONALS CANNOT APPLY?

Applicants who are nationals of Yemen, Russia, Belarus, and Northern Iraq (Iraqi Kurdistan Region) are not accepted into the Dominica program. Citizens of North Korea and Sudan may apply under the following conditions: if they have not resided in these countries during the last 10 years, have no assets in these countries, and have no business or activities in these countries.

Applicants who are nationals of Afghanistan, Iran, Russia, Belarus, North Korea, and Iraq are not accepted into the Saint Kitts and Nevis program.

Applicants who are nationals of Russia, Belarus, Iran, and North Korea are not accepted into the Saint Lucia program.

CAN PEOPLE WHO HAVE RECEIVED A VISA REFUSAL APPLY?

There must be no visa refusal from Europe and the United Kingdom. If there has been a previous refusal, the person must have reapplied and received an approval, otherwise the application cannot be made. This is one of the first questions asked.

The situation is similar in all three programs: if a visa application to the United Kingdom or to any country that grants visa-free entry to the relevant country’s passport has been refused, the citizenship application is accepted only after the relevant visa application has been made again and has been successfully approved.

MUST THE CRIMINAL RECORD BE CLEAN?

Yes, the criminal record must be clean. If there is an ongoing court case but the record is clean, this situation must be reviewed by our lawyers.

HOW MUCH MONEY SHOULD I SHOW FOR FINANCIAL SUFFICIENCY?

You need to be able to show assets averaging at least 200,000 dollars in the account. The government wants to see your wealth. The source of the money is important, but you may also reach this amount through loans…etc. This amount is not the amount that must be paid for citizenship. It is only the amount of assets that must appear in your account.

DOMINICA PROGRAM DETAILS

WHAT ARE THE BASIC FACTS ABOUT DOMINICA?

Dominica is an island country located in the Caribbean Sea. Its capital is Roseau. Its area is 751 km² and its population is 74,629. Its official language is English and its currency is the Eastern Caribbean Dollar (XCD).

WHICH INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS IS DOMINICA A MEMBER OF?

Dominica is a member of the Commonwealth of Nations, the United Nations (UN), the Organization of American States (OAS), the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS), and the International Criminal Court.

WHAT IS THE COST OF THE NON-REFUNDABLE FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTION (DONATION) OPTION IN DOMINICA?

In Dominica, under the donation option to the Economic Diversification Fund, the citizenship fees are as follows: 89,000 dollars for the main applicant, 120,000 dollars for the main applicant and 3 dependents, 25,000 dollars for each additional dependent under the age of 18, and 40,000 dollars for each additional dependent aged 18 and over. A 4% additional fee is applied to citizenship fee payments made through the Dominica Consulate in Abu Dhabi. A very large portion of these amounts is paid to the government in order to be included in the citizenship program.

WHAT IS THE COST OF THE REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT OPTION IN DOMINICA?

In Dominica, a minimum real estate investment is required by purchasing a real estate share worth at least 200,000 dollars in one of the approved projects. Government fees are 75,000 dollars for the main applicant, 100,000 dollars for the main applicant and 3 dependents, 25,000 dollars for each dependent under the age of 18, and 40,000 dollars for each dependent aged 18 and over. In other words, even if real estate is purchased, an extra 75,000 dollar fee is requested for citizenship. A 4% additional fee is applied to payments made through the Dominica Consulate in Abu Dhabi.

WHEN CAN I SELL THE REAL ESTATE IN DOMINICA?

The investor has the right to sell the real estate share to the developer or to any third party that does not intend to use it under the citizenship program after 3 years from the date of purchase. In addition, the investor has the right to sell the real estate share to the developer or to any third party after 5 years from the date of purchase, and in this case the relevant real estate share may be used again under the citizenship program.

WHAT ARE THE MAIN COUNTRIES THAT CAN BE VISITED VISA-FREE WITH A DOMINICA PASSPORT?

Countries that can be entered visa-free or with visa on arrival with a Dominica passport include France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Portugal, the Netherlands, Belgium, Sweden, Switzerland, Norway, Denmark, Finland, Austria, Greece, Poland, Czechia, Ireland, Singapore, Hong Kong, South Korea, Taiwan, Russia, Brazil, Argentina, India, Iran, Egypt, Jordan, and many other countries. The list covers more than 137 countries in total.

SAINT KITTS AND NEVIS PROGRAM DETAILS

WHAT ARE THE BASIC FACTS ABOUT SAINT KITTS AND NEVIS?

Saint Kitts and Nevis is an island country located in the Caribbean Sea. Its capital is Basseterre. Its area is 261 km² and its population is 54,488. Its official language is English and its currency is the Eastern Caribbean Dollar (XCD). The country has educational institutions such as a medical university.

WHICH INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS IS SAINT KITTS AND NEVIS A MEMBER OF?

Saint Kitts and Nevis is a member of the Commonwealth of Nations, the United Nations (UN), the Organization of American States (OAS), the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), and the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS).

WHAT IS THE COST OF THE NON-REFUNDABLE FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTION OPTION IN SAINT KITTS AND NEVIS?

In Saint Kitts and Nevis, under the Sustainable Island State Contribution (SISC) option, the citizenship fees are as follows: 250,000 dollars for the main applicant, 280,000 dollars for the main applicant and spouse, 290,000 dollars for the main applicant, spouse, and 1 or 2 dependents, 25,000 dollars for each additional dependent under the age of 18, and 50,000 dollars for each additional dependent aged 18 and over.

WHAT IS THE INVESTMENT OPTION IN PUBLIC BENEFIT PROJECTS IN SAINT KITTS AND NEVIS?

The main applicant is required to make a financial contribution of at least 250,000 dollars to one of the approved public benefit projects. Government fees are 25,000 dollars for the main applicant, 15,000 dollars for the spouse, 10,000 dollars for each additional dependent under the age of 18, and 15,000 dollars for each additional dependent aged 18 and over. Other fees are the same as under the financial contribution option.

WHAT IS THE COST OF THE REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT OPTION IN SAINT KITTS AND NEVIS?

A real estate share worth at least 325,000 dollars must be purchased within approved projects. This real estate may only be sold after 7 years. Government fees are 25,000 dollars for the main applicant, 15,000 dollars for the spouse, 10,000 dollars for each additional dependent under the age of 18, and 15,000 dollars for each additional dependent aged 18 and over.

WHAT ARE THE MAIN COUNTRIES THAT CAN BE VISITED VISA-FREE WITH A SAINT KITTS AND NEVIS PASSPORT?

Countries that can be entered visa-free or with visa on arrival with a Saint Kitts and Nevis passport include the United Kingdom (England), Ireland, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Portugal, the Netherlands, Belgium, Sweden, Switzerland, Norway, Denmark, Finland, Austria, Greece, Poland, Czechia, Singapore, Hong Kong, South Korea, Taiwan, Russia, Brazil, Argentina, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, India, Iran, Egypt, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Chile, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, and many other countries. The list covers more than 149 countries in total. The Saint Kitts and Nevis passport is the only program that grants visa-free entry to the United Kingdom.

SAINT LUCIA PROGRAM DETAILS

WHAT ARE THE BASIC FACTS ABOUT SAINT LUCIA?

Saint Lucia is an island country located in the Caribbean Sea. Its capital is Castries. Its area is 617 km² and its population is 180,150. Its official language is English and its currency is the Eastern Caribbean Dollar (XCD).

WHICH INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS IS SAINT LUCIA A MEMBER OF?

Saint Lucia is a member of the Commonwealth of Nations, the United Nations (UN), the Organization of American States (OAS), the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS), and the International Criminal Court.

WHAT IS THE COST OF THE NON-REFUNDABLE FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTION OPTION IN SAINT LUCIA?

In Saint Lucia, under the financial contribution option, the citizenship fees are as follows: 240,000 dollars for the main applicant, 270,000 dollars for the main applicant and spouse, 280,000 dollars for the main applicant, spouse, and 1 or 2 dependents, 10,000 dollars for each additional dependent under the age of 18, and 20,000 dollars for each additional dependent aged 18 and over.

WHAT IS THE GOVERNMENT BOND OPTION IN SAINT LUCIA?

Saint Lucia also has a government bond option. The bond amount for the main applicant and all dependents is 300,000 dollars and it is for a period of 5 years. This option is offered with a return. Other fees are 50,000 dollars in administrative fees, 8,000 dollars in due diligence fees for the main applicant, 5,000 dollars in due diligence fees for each dependent aged 16 and over, 2,000 dollars in application processing fees for the main applicant, 1,000 dollars in application processing fees for each dependent, 300 dollars in passport fees, 2,000 dollars in legal fees, and 10,000 dollars in professional fees.

WHAT IS THE INVESTMENT OPTION IN DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS IN SAINT LUCIA?

In Saint Lucia, under the investment option in development projects, the investment amount is 250,000 dollars for the main applicant, spouse, and 1 or 2 dependents. An additional 10,000 dollars is added for each extra dependent. Administrative fees are 15,000 dollars for the main applicant, 20,000 dollars for the main applicant and spouse, 25,000 dollars for the main applicant, spouse, and 1 or 2 dependents, 10,000 dollars for each additional dependent under the age of 18, and 30,000 dollars for each additional dependent aged 18 and over. Other fees are the same as in the other options.

WHAT ARE THE MAIN COUNTRIES THAT CAN BE VISITED VISA-FREE WITH A SAINT LUCIA PASSPORT?

Countries that can be entered visa-free or with visa on arrival with a Saint Lucia passport include the United Kingdom (England), Ireland, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Portugal, the Netherlands, Belgium, Sweden, Switzerland, Norway, Denmark, Finland, Austria, Greece, Poland, Czechia, Singapore, Hong Kong, South Korea, Taiwan, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Turkey, India, Iran, Egypt, Jordan, and many other countries. The list covers more than 140 countries in total.

COMPARISON OF THE THREE CARIBBEAN PROGRAMS

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN DOMINICA, SAINT KITTS AND NEVIS, AND SAINT LUCIA?

In terms of passport ranking, Saint Kitts and Nevis ranks 21st, Saint Lucia ranks 28th, and Dominica ranks 29th. In terms of the number of countries that can be traveled to visa-free, Saint Kitts and Nevis provides access to more than 149 countries, Saint Lucia to more than 140 countries, and Dominica to more than 137 countries.

In terms of time, Saint Kitts and Nevis is completed in 6-12 months, Dominica in 10-14 months, and Saint Lucia in 18-26 months. In terms of price, Saint Lucia is the most affordable option, Dominica is mid-level, and Saint Kitts and Nevis is the most expensive option. The difference may be around 10-15 thousand dollars.

In terms of passport validity period, Dominica and Saint Kitts and Nevis issue 10-year passports, while Saint Lucia issues a 5-year passport. The parent age limit is 65 and over in Dominica, while in Saint Kitts and Nevis and Saint Lucia it is 55 and over.

Regarding the United Kingdom visa, Dominica requires a visa, while Saint Kitts and Nevis and Saint Lucia are visa-free. An important advantage of Saint Kitts and Nevis is that it has educational institutions such as a medical university. Saint Lucia is the only program that can also include the main applicant’s unmarried siblings under the age of 18. In addition, Saint Lucia allows dependent family members to be added within 5 years after citizenship is obtained.

WHICH COUNTRIES DO NOT ACCEPT THE APPLICATION?

Dominica: Citizens of Yemen, Russia, Belarus, and Northern Iraq (Iraqi Kurdistan Region). Citizens of North Korea and Sudan may apply under certain conditions.

Saint Kitts and Nevis: Citizens of Afghanistan, Iran, Russia, Belarus, North Korea, and Iraq.

Saint Lucia: Citizens of Russia, Belarus, Iran, and North Korea.

Saint Kitts and Nevis has the broadest restriction list, with Afghanistan and Iran also included. Dominica is the only program that grants application rights to citizens of North Korea and Sudan under certain conditions.

ARGENTINA PROGRAM DETAILS

WHAT CITIZENSHIP AND RESIDENCE ROUTES ARE AVAILABLE IN ARGENTINA?

In Argentina, there are residence planning through passive income, the citizenship by birth process, long-term settlement planning through language school, and investment-based citizenship routes. In every service, the aim is to structure the process correctly from the very beginning, manage the document and appointment flow in an orderly manner, and enable the client to move forward to the next stages on a stronger basis.

HOW DOES THE ARGENTINA PROCESS WORK THROUGH PASSIVE INCOME?

In the passive income model, the main issue is not only having income, but ensuring that this income is regular, documented, and traceable within the banking system. Income types such as rental income, interest returns, and dividends strengthen the file when supported by the correct documents. The source of income is matched with the appropriate document set, digital application steps are planned, and the residence file is structured in line with the later citizenship objective.

DOES THE PASSIVE INCOME VISA PROVIDE DIRECT CITIZENSHIP?

No. The passive income model first creates a residence basis, and citizenship is a separate stage that comes afterward. For this reason, the file is planned not only for the initial application, but also for the renewal process and long-term settlement order. Address registration, bank transactions, and official traces of daily life are important at this stage.

WHAT SERVICES ARE PROVIDED IN THE BIRTH PROCESS IN ARGENTINA?

End-to-end coordination and guidance are provided for the birth process in Argentina and the related official document steps. In this scope, the main purpose is not to make medical decisions, but to manage prenatal planning, appointment coordination, interpreter organization, arrival support, the official document flow, and post-birth application steps in an orderly manner. The process is carried out through written records, the client is prepared remotely before going to Argentina, and the on-site operation is conducted in a planned manner.

IS THE BIRTH PACKAGE A MEDICAL SERVICE?

No. The birth service is not a medical service involving diagnosis and treatment. All medical decisions are the responsibility of the physician and healthcare institutions chosen by the client. The service provided is to coordinate the doctor and hospital selection process, manage the registration and appointment flow, plan interpreter support, and follow the official procedures after birth in the correct order.

HOW SHOULD THE FLIGHT PLAN BE MADE DURING PREGNANCY?

The flight plan during pregnancy is clarified together at the very beginning of the process. In general practice, airlines mostly allow flights up to the 36th week, and in practice the most suitable period is usually between the 30th and 34th weeks. Before the flight, it is recommended to additionally check the current rules of the selected airline and prepare an English pregnancy report.

WHAT SUPPORT IS PROVIDED AFTER ARRIVAL IN ARGENTINA?

Before arrival, accommodation options are evaluated and, if considered suitable, the remote reservation process is coordinated. Upon arrival in Argentina, airport transfer, initial settlement support, and basic operational guidance that facilitates daily life are provided. The organization of doctor appointments, planning for a Spanish-Turkish interpreter, and maintaining communication until the time of birth are also important parts of this support.

WHICH OFFICIAL PROCEDURES ARE FOLLOWED AFTER BIRTH?

After birth, coordination is provided for the Partida de Nacimiento process, apostille guidance, document review, the baby’s DNI application, and appointment and file follow-up for the passport application. The preparation of forms, fee guidance, and the correct order of the file are monitored. It is sufficient for the client to participate in the procedures at the necessary points.

HOW DOES THE POST-BIRTH TIMELINE GENERALLY PROGRESS?

Although it may vary depending on the nature of the file, the birth certificate is usually issued within 4 to 7 days after discharge. The baby’s identity card is generally completed within 21 to 30 days. The residence permit application for the parents is made within the first month in most files, while the residence permit card may be finalized within 2 to 8 months depending on the workload. In most families, the parents’ passport process is completed approximately 2.5 to 3 years after the child’s birth, and a language exam may not be required at this stage.

DOES THE LANGUAGE SCHOOL PROCESS LEAD DIRECTLY TO CITIZENSHIP?

Language school alone does not provide direct citizenship. However, when planned correctly, the education process creates an important foundation for settling in the country, establishing an address order, improving language practice, and planning the next legal status. School selection, application, registration, accommodation planning, and adaptation steps to the country are handled together with longer-term goals.

IS CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT POSSIBLE IN ARGENTINA?

There is a separate route for citizenship by investment. However, this model does not proceed with the simple logic of a money transfer, but through the nature of the investment, its contribution to the country, the source of funds, and the official evaluation process. For this reason, it is critically important in investment files to build a strong financial narrative, submit the application to the correct authority, and manage the process step by step.

HOW DO FEES AND PAYMENT WORK IN THE BIRTH SERVICE?

The standard service fee in the birth and official document coordination package is 3,200 USD. This amount is not a medical service fee, but a coordination and consultancy service fee. There is an option to pay upon arrival in Argentina. If payment is preferred while in Turkey by bank transfer to the official bank account or by credit card through the website, the discounted amount is offered as 2,900 USD.

WHAT EXPENSES ARE THERE OUTSIDE THE PACKAGE?

Accommodation, flights, insurance, official fees, notary, cargo, and similar third-party expenses are considered outside the package. These items are paid directly to the relevant institutions or service providers. DKD Global is not the party determining the prices of these expenses, but the party providing planning and guidance support.

MALTA PROGRAM DETAILS

IS DIRECT CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT STILL AVAILABLE IN MALTA?

In Malta, the direct citizenship by investment model in the classical sense is no longer open in its former form. After the legal changes in 2025, the previous investment-based model ended, and instead of an ordinary financial contribution logic, a framework based on exceptional service or contribution to the country came to the forefront. For this reason, for clients planning for Malta today, the issue is not only making an investment, but correctly determining the current eligibility route.

WHICH ROUTE CURRENTLY STANDS OUT IN MALTA?

Under the current framework, the main headings that stand out for Malta are merit-based assessment for citizenship and, apart from that, long-term settlement planning through the permanent residence program. The permanent residence program is not citizenship, but it may be evaluated as a separate option for clients who want to establish a legal basis in Malta and plan the later stages in a more orderly way.

IS BUYING A HOUSE ALONE ENOUGH FOR CITIZENSHIP IN MALTA?

No. In Malta, purchasing real estate alone is not sufficient for citizenship by itself. Even in the old investment model, real estate, contribution, donation, residence, and review conditions were evaluated together. Today as well, the main issue in Malta files is not a single asset purchase, but structuring the application’s overall eligibility framework in a way that is resilient to official review.

WHY ARE RESIDENCE AND PHYSICAL CONNECTION IMPORTANT IN MALTA FILES?

Under the Malta approach, official residence and indicators of a genuine connection to the country are considered important. In the previous system, it was also necessary to maintain residence status for a certain period before citizenship, and in the current system the legal connection element continues to retain its importance. For this reason, in Malta planning it is recommended to proceed by taking into account not only document collection but also the settlement and connection structure that will strengthen the logic of the file.

WHAT IS GIVEN THE MOST ATTENTION IN MALTA APPLICATIONS?

One of the most critical areas in Malta files is due diligence, namely strict security and compliance review. Identity consistency, criminal records, the source-of-funds story, bank movements, business structure, and the overall reputation profile may all be examined together. For this reason, contradictory name spellings, missing apostilles, insufficient translations, or unexplained money movements may create serious problems in the file.

WHICH DOCUMENTS ARE GENERALLY REQUIRED FOR MALTA?

Valid passports, birth certificates, marriage or divorce certificates, criminal records, name change documents if any, and documents showing financial capacity are among the core elements of the file. In addition, contracts related to investment or residence, rental or purchase documents, donation records, and bank and commercial documents explaining the source of funds are also important. The document list is not only collected, but is also checked in terms of order, translation, approval, and consistency, and the file is turned into a single integrated structure.

CAN I ADD MY FAMILY TO THE SAME FILE IN A MALTA APPLICATION?

On the Malta side, a spouse, dependent children, and under certain conditions some dependent parents may be assessed in the same file. However, each family member’s own documents, security review, and official documents proving the relationship are also important separately. For this reason, in family applications it is much healthier for the file to be structured together from the beginning rather than making additions later.

HOW LONG DOES THE MALTA PROCESS TAKE?

In Malta files, timing varies according to the nature of the selected route, residence requirements, the accuracy of the documents, and the depth of the review. Even under the previous active citizenship model, the process required at least one year in most files and very often longer planning. Even today, rather than expecting a quick result, the most correct approach is to proceed with a regularly prepared file that does not raise questions.

HOW DOES DKD GLOBAL PROVIDE SUPPORT IN THE MALTA PROCESS?

In Malta files, support is provided to clients in determining the appropriate application route, conducting eligibility analysis, establishing document planning correctly, structuring the family file together, and making the file compliant with official review standards. In Malta files, the most important issue is not merely to apply, but to prepare the application in line with the country’s current legal framework and review logic.

TURKEY PROGRAM DETAILS

IS TURKISH CITIZENSHIP AUTOMATICALLY GRANTED ONCE THE INVESTMENT IS MADE?

No. In Turkey, the investment creates a basis of eligibility for citizenship, but approval is not automatic. The application is still evaluated through security checks, compliance review, confirmation that the investment falls within the correct category, and the consistency of all identity and source-of-funds documents. For this reason, having made the investment alone is not sufficient, and it is also necessary to prove the investment correctly within the official system.

WHAT INVESTMENT ROUTES ARE AVAILABLE FOR TURKEY?

In Turkey, there are multiple investment categories such as real estate purchase, deposit in a Turkish bank, fixed capital investment, government debt instruments, and eligible fund investments. Which route is more appropriate depends on the client’s financial goals, document preparation capacity, timing plan, and source-of-funds structure. For this reason, the process begins first with the investment category, and then a document strategy suitable for that category is established.

IS REAL ESTATE THE MOST PREFERRED ROUTE IN TURKEY?

The real estate route is one of the most preferred options because it offers both investment and utility value. However, not every property purchase is automatically considered eligible for the program. All criteria such as valuation, title deed record, official annotations, payment channel, and holding period must be structured correctly. It is recommended to take the file’s eligibility logic into account before the property selection itself.

CAN AN APPLICATION BE MADE THROUGH A BANK DEPOSIT OR FINANCIAL INVESTMENT OTHER THAN REAL ESTATE?

Yes. In Turkey, there are also routes based on bank deposits, eligible investment funds, and financial instruments such as government bonds. In these files, the most important issue is to be able to clearly show that the investment has actually been made, has been maintained for the specified period, and has been found eligible by the relevant authority. The clearer the document chain is in financial investments, the more controlled the process progresses.

IS THE MINIMUM INVESTMENT AMOUNT A SINGLE FIGURE IN TURKISH CITIZENSHIP?

No. The minimum threshold varies according to the selected investment category. While the real estate category is usually structured with a lower threshold than some other financial categories, different levels may apply on the deposit, capital investment, bond, and fund side. Therefore, instead of acting according to a single figure seen on the internet, the official threshold and document route should be evaluated together according to the category to be selected.

IS THERE A LONG-TERM RESIDENCE REQUIREMENT IN THE TURKEY PROCESS?

The Turkey investment program is not built on a multi-year residence obligation. However, within some administrative steps during the process, procedural stages similar to a residence permit may come into question. This does not mean a requirement to live in Turkey for a long period, but rather an administrative step fulfilled within the official flow of the file.

WHAT SECURITY AND COMPLIANCE CHECKS ARE CONDUCTED IN THE TURKEY FILE?

Identity documents, criminal records, civil status documents, and the source-of-funds structure are evaluated together. The competent authorities pay attention to document consistency, name and date alignment, the traceability of the financial source, and whether the investment has truly been made in a manner suitable for the program. For this reason, even minor-looking translation differences or inconsistent name spellings may cause unnecessary delays.

WHICH DOCUMENTS ARE REQUIRED IN A TURKEY APPLICATION?

Identity documents, civil status records, criminal record documents, notarization and translation procedures, and depending on the type of investment, title deed, bank confirmation, or capital investment documents are the core elements of the file. The issue here is not only collecting the documents, but preparing them in the correct order, with the correct approval structure, and in full harmony with one another. The file is structured not as a scattered collection of documents, but as an official application package progressing with a single logic.

CAN THE SPOUSE AND CHILDREN BE INCLUDED IN THE SAME FILE IN A TURKEY APPLICATION?

Yes. In Turkey investment files, the spouse and dependent children may be evaluated within the same family plan. However, in family files, birth records, marriage certificates, translations, and identity information must be fully consistent for all members. For this reason, when the family file is planned together from the very beginning, the process progresses more cleanly.

CAN MOTHER, FATHER, SIBLINGS, OR OTHER RELATIVES BE ADDED TO THE SAME FILE?

Under the general framework, the principal family group in a Turkey investment citizenship file is limited to the spouse and dependent children. Mother, father, siblings, or other relatives generally do not fall within the same main file and separate planning is required for them. For this reason, it is important to develop the strategy without mixing the nuclear family plan with the extended family plan.

IS TURKEY SUITABLE FOR DUAL CITIZENSHIP?

Turkey is known as one of the countries that allows dual citizenship in most situations. However, what matters here is not only Turkey’s approach, but also how the client’s current nationality views second citizenship. For this reason, before the application, both the Turkish side and the rules of the person’s current country should be evaluated together.

CAN THE TURKEY PROCESS BE CARRIED OUT REMOTELY AND CAN I COMMUNICATE IN MY OWN LANGUAGE?

Yes. An important part of the Turkey investment citizenship process can be organized remotely with proper planning, and multilingual communication is possible. However, in some stages, original documents, certified copies, or physical procedures may be required. The key to success here is managing the process not at the last minute, but with a structured schedule and document system from the outset.

WHAT SHOULD A CLIENT WHO WANTS TO START THE TURKEY PROCESS DO FIRST?

The first step is to choose the correct investment category according to the client’s goals, investment capacity, family plan, and document preparation status. After this, identity and civil status documents should be prepared, the source-of-funds story should be clarified, and the investment step should be taken in accordance with the document plan. The greatest loss of time usually arises from making a rushed investment and then trying to correct the file afterward. For this reason, the process is always started with the logic of strategy first and implementation second.

HOW DOES DKD GLOBAL PROVIDE SUPPORT IN THE TURKEY PROCESS?

In the Turkey citizenship process, support is provided to clients in selecting the appropriate investment category, structuring the investment in compliance with official criteria, preparing all documents in the correct order, planning the family file together, and preparing the application with a compliance-focused file logic. This process is handled not as a marketing statement, but as the preparation of a professional file that will enter official review.

CARIBBEAN PROGRAMS APPLICATION PROCESS AND TIMELINE

HOW DOES THE APPLICATION PROCESS WORK?

The process for all three Caribbean programs consists of three main stages.

The first stage is to start the application. At this stage, the service agreement is signed with DKD Global and the initial payment is made.

The second stage is the submission of documents and due diligence. At this stage, the required documents and information are prepared and submitted, official forms are obtained for signature once the documents are complete, and the file is submitted to the Citizenship by Investment Unit through the legal representative. Then the Citizenship Unit begins due diligence and verification of the submitted information and documents. The process also includes an online or in-person interview. If additional information or documents regarding the file are requested by the Unit, coordination is provided with the applicant in order to resolve these requests.

The third stage is approval and the receipt of citizenship documents. Once the due diligence is completed and the file review has ended, the Citizenship Unit presents its final notes. If there are no notes, an approval letter is issued together with transfer instructions. In accordance with the approval letter, the applicant transfers the government fees and the financial contribution or investment amount. Finally, the citizenship documents and passports are issued respectively.

HOW IS THE PAYMENT PLAN?

In all three Caribbean programs, the payment plan has a similar structure. At the beginning of the application, 30 percent of the total investment is paid. Under the real estate investment option, 10% of the real estate value or investment amount is also paid at this stage. No additional payment is made in the second month, and the due diligence and interview process continues. From the third month onward, once the approval certificate that can also be verified by you is received from the relevant country, the remaining payment is completed.

PROFESSIONAL FEES AND SERVICES

WHAT DO THE PROFESSIONAL FEES COVER?

The professional fees cover the following services: document certification services by the company lawyer in accordance with the conditions and standards of the program, legal document translation services in accordance with the conditions and standards of the program, appointment of a processing consultant for the purpose of keeping the applicant informed about the follow-up of the application and the file processing process, and the signing of forms by each applicant at the workplace or residence address without needing to visit the offices of DKD Global, as well as the collection and dispatch of the documents and forms from the applicant’s address through one of DKD Global’s representatives or via a DHL account.

HOW ARE DOCUMENT SHIPMENT AND OFFICIAL COMMUNICATION CARRIED OUT?

All official documents and correspondence are conducted through a single official email channel. This method preserves archive order, reduces confusion in the process, and ensures that every step is traceable. Daily written support may be provided via WhatsApp, but official documents and critical decisions always proceed through email records.

WHY SHOULD YOU WORK WITH DKD GLOBAL?

Thanks to its multi-country service structure, DKD Global manages local appointment and official institution flows in a more controlled way. Its operational capability centered in Turkey, Dubai, Argentina, and the USA, along with its application experience in Caribbean countries and planning support in Malta and Turkey files, provides broad geographic coverage. Our team, which can communicate in nine languages including Turkish, English, Spanish, and Arabic, enables clients to carry out all critical steps through written records and with a single point of contact. The corporate structure’s multi-country service experience creates an important operational advantage, especially for families and clients making long-term settlement plans.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR CARIBBEAN PROGRAMS

WHICH DOCUMENTS ARE REQUIRED?

There is a comprehensive document list for all three Caribbean programs. The documents are generally as follows:

Information questionnaire for each applicant (provided electronically by DKD Global).

Valid passport for each applicant (color photocopy, all pages of the passport). Valid visas for each applicant, if any (color photocopy).

Birth certificate for each applicant, which must have been issued by the country in which you were born.

National identity card for each applicant aged 18 and over, if any (both sides of the card).

Residence card for each applicant or visa in the passport, if any (both sides of the card).

Marriage certificate or contract for each applicant aged 18 and over, if any.

Divorce certificate or death certificate of the previous spouse for each applicant aged 18 and over, if any.

Military service certificate or exemption certificate for each applicant aged 18 and over, if any.

Driver’s license for each applicant aged 18 and over, if any, requested in the Dominica program.

Personal photograph for each applicant, digital and according to the photograph specifications.

Medical test results and medical form.

In addition, a detailed CV for each applicant aged 18 and over, electronic and DKD Global will assist, educational level and transcript for each applicant aged 18 and over for all academic degrees obtained after high school, and a student certificate obtained from the school or university for each applicant aged 18 and over, if any, are required.

As documents confirming the residence address, a national address, lease agreement, water or electricity bill in Dominica and Saint Kitts and Nevis, or additionally a bank statement, invoice from a doctor or hospital, home or vehicle insurance policy, vehicle registration, employer letter, or a letter obtained from the municipality or local authority in Saint Lucia may be submitted.

The location coordinates of the current residence address and the current work address via Google Maps must also be submitted electronically, requested in the Dominica program.

A professional reference letter is requested only for the main applicant. In Dominica, this letter must be issued by a lawyer, a certified public accountant, or any business or institution where the main applicant has worked for more than 5 years. In Saint Kitts and Nevis, a business or institution where the person has worked for more than 3 years is sufficient.

An employment letter in the name of the main applicant, if employed, must be obtained from the current workplace, and it is also requested for the spouse, if any. Commercial registry record and company documents in the name of the main applicant, if a business owner, are required for all current companies.

A balance certificate obtained from the bank for the main applicant must be issued by a bank with which the applicant has been transacting for at least two years and written on the bank’s official letterhead. The applicant’s bank statement must be obtained from the same bank that issued the balance certificate for the last 12 months before the program application. Documents proving financial sufficiency vary according to the investment option and the number of applicants included in the application. Financial sufficiency may be proven by bank balance or by a letter from the current workplace showing the amounts of outstanding receivables. In Saint Kitts and Nevis, it may also be proven through commission and profit letters, promissory notes, and receivables collected in cash from the current workplace.

Proof of property documents for real estate, vehicles, jewelry, if any, must be submitted as color photocopies, requested in the Dominica program.

Original criminal record certificates must be submitted for applicants aged 16 and over. In Dominica, this document must be obtained from the country of the applicant’s citizenship, the country of birth, the country where the applicant currently resides, and any country in which the applicant has resided continuously for more than 6 months within the last 10 years. In Saint Kitts and Nevis, it must be obtained from the country of citizenship, the country of birth, if requested, the country of residence, and any country in which the applicant has resided continuously for more than 12 months within the last 10 years. In Saint Lucia, it must be obtained from the country of birth, the country of residence, and any country in which the applicant has resided continuously for more than 12 months within the last 10 years.

In the Saint Lucia program, a certificate of citizenship is additionally requested for each applicant.

WHAT IS REQUIRED FOR MEDICAL TESTS?

In the Dominica program, an HIV test is required for each applicant aged 12 and over, a CBC blood test is required for each applicant aged 5 and over, and a urine test is required for each applicant aged 5 and over. A vaccination card must also be submitted for each applicant under the age of 5. For each applicant, the medical form, D3 form, must be completed, signed, and stamped by the doctor, and this form will be provided by DKD Global.

In the Saint Kitts and Nevis program, an HIV test is required for each applicant aged 12 and over. The medical form, C3 form, must be completed for each applicant.

The Saint Lucia program also has similar medical requirements.

WHAT ARE THE GENERAL CONDITIONS FOR DOCUMENTS?

The documents must be current, meaning they must have been issued within 3 months. The photocopies of the requested documents must be clear. All documents and forms must be submitted to the government office in one batch. DKD Global will undertake all translation and document certification procedures for the company lawyer. Documents coming from a country included in the Apostille agreement must be officially certified. Other additional documents may also be requested depending on the status of the file.

OFFICIAL WEBSITES OF THE COUNTRIES

WHAT ARE THE OFFICIAL WEBSITES OF THE PROGRAMS?

The official website of the Dominica Citizenship by Investment Unit is located at www.cbiu.gov.dm. The official website of the Citizenship by Investment Unit in Saint Kitts and Nevis is located at www.ciu.gov.kn. The official website of the Saint Lucia Citizenship by Investment Unit is located at www.cipsaintlucia.com.