If you are considering an EU passport, you probably already know that these programs allow you to legally acquire a new nationality and a second or alternative passport simply and quickly. While these programs may have originated in St. Kitts and Nevis, Antigua and other places, the number of European countries offering citizenship by investment has grown in recent years. 

One of the primary benefits of European citizenship by investment is the fact that there will be no more need for visas. This ensures that you are able to stay legally and can travel between the 28-member states without any restrictions. If you regularly travel for business or leisure, you’ll find that a European passport by investment offers great value. Add in the fact that you have free travel across the Schengen zone and you will understand why this is becoming such an attractive choice. A second passport in the European Union is an attractive option for those who would rather spend time traveling instead of waiting.

Montenegro is the first country in line for European Union membership — by 2025. Now, this country welcomes investors from non-EU states to take part in local Citizenship by Investment Program that will last only by the end of the 2021. You may obtain Montenegrin citizenship in 4-6 months by investing in growing touristic infrastructure in one of the designated projects.

Malta allows you to donate 750,000 euros to the National Fund, plus donate 10,000 euros to local charity organizations and rent real estate for at least 6 years, spending a minimum of 96,000 euros (16,000 euros per year). You can apply for an EU second passport after only 14 months and receive your passport in 16 months from the day you’ve obtained permanent residency of Malta entering this program.