Economic Permanent Residence Certificate
Economic Permanent Residence Certificate is a residence route in Bahamas (Investor / golden visa). Invest ≥B$1m (since 1 Jan 2025, was B$750k) in Bahamian real estate or Central Bank zero-coupon bonds, held 10 yrs. Priority for homes ≥B$1.5m. Fee B$200 + B$20,000 on approval (B$25,000 with right to work in own business) + B$300 per endorsee.
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The minimum qualifying investment is about CHF 800'000. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after now years. Citizenship can be possible after about 7 years.
How holders are taxed
No income, dividend, capital-gains or inheritance tax; VAT 10%; annual real property tax on homes.
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Category | Investor / golden visa |
|---|---|
| Investment | CHF 800'000 |
| Fees (family) | CHF 16'640 |
| Income / yr | — |
| Assets | — |
| Min. stay | — |
| PR | now |
| Citizenship | 7 |
| Work | no |
| Eligible | all |
| Tax | No income, dividend, capital-gains or inheritance tax; VAT 10%; annual real property tax on homes. |
| As of | 2026-10 |
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