Category 2 Individual (High Net Worth) status
Category 2 Individual (High Net Worth) status is a residence route in Gibraltar (Estatuto fiscal especial). Net worth ≥ £2m; approved residence for exclusive use in Gibraltar (owned or long lease); private health insurance; not resident in Gibraltar in prior 5 yrs; certificate via Gibraltar Finance; no local employment/business. Application fee £1,000.
Special tax regimes for new residents →Requirements at a glance
There is no minimum stay to keep the permit. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years.
How holders are taxed
Tax only on first £118k assessable income: min £37,000, max ~£42,380/yr (official figure); no CGT, wealth, inheritance tax
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.
| Categoria | Estatuto fiscal especial |
|---|---|
| Investimento | — |
| Taxas (família) | CHF 1'070 |
| Rendimento / ano | — |
| Patrimônio | CHF 2'140'000 |
| Estadia mín. | 0 |
| RP | 5 |
| Cidadania | — |
| Trabalho | no |
| Elegível | all (non-EU/UK need residence permit) |
| Impostos | Tax only on first £118k assessable income: min £37,000, max ~£42,380/yr (official figure); no CGT, wealth, inheritance tax |
| Data de referência | 2026-10 |
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