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Argentina and the alternatives
Seven options families weigh, side by side, as of October 2026.
| Programme | You get | From | Path to a passport | Schengen | Main drawback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Argentina | Citizenship | USD 350k | Immediate | Visa-free | Non-refundable; decree-based |
| Caribbean | Citizenship | ~USD 200–250k | Immediate | Visa-free (at risk) | EU suspension threat |
| Türkiye | Citizenship | USD 400k property | Immediate | Visa required | Weaker passport |
| Greece | Residence | EUR 250–800k property | 7 years living there | Move freely as resident | No passport |
| Portugal | Residence | EUR 500k fund | 10 years legal residence | Move freely as resident | Long timeline |
| UAE | 10-year residence | AED 2m property | None | No effect | No passport |
| Malta / Spain | Closed | — | — | — | No longer available |
Which fits your goal?
- Visa-free Europe and UK without moving: Argentina.
- A home in Europe: Greece.
- An EU passport eventually, with patience: Portugal.
- Speed plus a resellable asset: Türkiye.
- Lowest cost, accepting policy risk: the Caribbean.
- Life and business in the Gulf: UAE.
Many families combine two: a residence in Europe or the Gulf for living, and a strong second passport for travel.
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