Economic Permanent Residence Certificate

Economic Permanent Residence Certificate is a residence route in Bahamas (Yatırımcı / altın vize). 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.

Planning reference · Data snapshot 2026-10

Figures and requirements are indicative database snapshots, not newly verified eligibility decisions or personalised tax calculations. A residence permit does not automatically determine tax residence. Confirm conditions, deadlines and amounts in their original currency with the relevant authorities.

Tax residence in Bahamas

Permanent/annual residence permit + home; no tax residence test

No income, gains or inheritance tax; PR fast-track for $1.5m+ property

Residence certificate: No individual TRC yet; proposed (2026) for permanent residents with ≥90 days/yr, law pending

Your previous country applies its own residence tests separately. If both countries treat you as resident, the applicable tax treaty may resolve treaty residence.

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Requirements at a glance

The minimum qualifying investment is about CHF 800'000. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after hemen 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.

Kategori	Yatırımcı / altın vize
Yatırım	CHF 800'000
Harçlar (aile)	CHF 16'640
Gelir / yıl	—
Varlıklar	—
Asg. kalış	—
Daimi oturum	hemen
Vatandaşlık	7
Çalışma	no
Uygunluk	all
Vergi	No income, dividend, capital-gains or inheritance tax; VAT 10%; annual real property tax on homes.
Tarih	2026-10

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