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Citizenship by Investment Austria
Austria is Europe’s richest country, with a high standard of living. Austria is a wonderful place to live, with its stunning natural attractions and stable economy.
Investment
Contribution substantial to the Austrian Economy
Processing time
Variable depending on the application, but it usually takes 24-36 month
Key benefit
Travel to 188 destinations. Hong Kong and the rest of Europe, including Canada, are visa-free or on-arrival.
Austrian Citizenship Through Investment
Austrian citizens can work and live anywhere in the EU.
The reputation of the Austrian passport is excellent. It allows for visa-free travel or visa-on arrival to all countries, and even visa-free entry to the USA. It is undoubtedly one of the most prestigious travel documents in the world.
You and your family can acquire citizenship under Austrian Citizenship Act. This citizenship is permanent. It can also be passed onto future generations through descent
Austrian citizenship Requires Investment
The citizenship by investment provisions require that a person applying for citizenship must invest in Austrian business. This could be in the form of direct investment or joint venture. It is common to require significant direct investment. Passive investments in government bonds and real estate are not eligible.
All applicants must provide a complete CV and background information as well as excellent references in addition to the standard documentation requirements (such as birth certificates, passports, and marriage certificates).
As a condition for Austrian citizenship, the Austrian Citizenship Act requires that applicants give up their current citizenship. The Citizenship Act Article 10(6) allows for the legal preservation of an applicant’s former citizenship. This means that they may not have to surrender their current citizenship in order to be granted citizenship.
Austrian Citizenship Through Investment: Procedures and Time Frame
A capital contribution is required to grant citizenship. This requires approval from several government levels. It is important that applicants are properly advised and prepared from the beginning. Before formal applications can be started, informal approvals must be obtained from key ministries.
TEG Group provides capital contribution advice, liaisons with various ministries and agencies, and finally prepares and lodges your application to the government. This involves a background check. After the approval of the citizenship application, citizenship documents are issued.
An application takes on average 24-36 months. The Government of Austria grants full citizenship to successful applicants and they can apply immediately for a passport. Within a few days, passports can be issued.
Because it is covered by government privacy and official secrets, the grant of citizenship cannot be published or reported to other countries.
Performance Guarantee
The Government of Austria has the sole authority to grant citizenship. We cannot guarantee that all applications will be accepted. The best safeguards have been provided for applicants. TEG Group and the applicant sign a written agreement that outlines the respective responsibilities.
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Our Clients Questions
To apply for Austrian citizenship, you must first meet the eligibility requirements set out in the Austrian Citizenship Act. This includes making a capital contribution to the Austrian economy through direct investment or joint venture. You will also need to provide a complete CV and background information, as well as excellent references, and standard documentation such as birth certificates, passports, and marriage certificates.
The required investment for citizenship by investment in Austria will depend on the specifics of your application and the type of investment you are making. It is common for significant direct investment to be required. Passive investments in government bonds and real estate are not eligible.
According to the Citizenship Act Article 10(6), it is possible to legally preserve your former citizenship when applying for Austrian citizenship. This means that you may not have to surrender your current citizenship in order to be granted citizenship in Austria. However, it is important to note that the Austrian Citizenship Act requires applicants to give up their current citizenship as a condition for obtaining Austrian citizenship.
The process of acquiring Austrian citizenship through investment typically takes 24-36 months on average. This includes obtaining informal approvals from key ministries, undergoing a background check, and preparing and submitting your application to the government.
Yes, once you are granted citizenship in Austria, you can apply for an Austrian passport. Passports can typically be issued within a few days of your application.
With an Austrian passport, you can enjoy visa-free travel or visa-on-arrival to a large number of countries, including most countries in Europe and many countries around the world.
However, it is important to check the specific visa requirements of the countries you plan to visit, as these can change.
No, passive investments in government bonds and real estate are not eligible for citizenship by investment in Austria. The Citizenship Act requires applicants to make a capital contribution to the Austrian economy through direct investment or joint venture.
To apply for Austrian citizenship through investment, you will need to provide a complete CV and background information, as well as excellent references, in addition to the standard documentation requirements such as birth certificates, passports, and marriage certificates.
Yes, it is possible to include your family in your application for Austrian citizenship through investment. However, each family member will need to meet the eligibility requirements set out in the Citizenship Act and provide the necessary documentation.
Austrian citizenship can be passed onto future generations through descent. If you are granted citizenship in Austria and have children, they will automatically be considered citizens as well.