RCIC Immigration & Global Mobility
European Residency Programs
Compare residence pathways for remote professionals, entrepreneurs, investors and internationally mobile families.
There is no single EU residency program.
Each European country applies its own immigration, employment, investment, tax, family and residence rules. The best route depends on the applicant’s actual activity, family circumstances and long-term objectives.
Remote Work
Residence options for qualifying international teleworkers and professionals.
Business
Entrepreneur, founder, talent and business-creation pathways.
Investment
Country-specific investment and property-based residence routes.
Compare the most relevant European routes.
International teleworker residence.
Spain may suit qualifying employees, freelancers and founders who intend to reside in Spain while carrying out professional activity remotely.
Remote work, D7 and startup residence.
Portugal may suit qualifying remote professionals, financially independent applicants, entrepreneurs and founders.
Talent, entrepreneur and business residence.
France offers several categories for qualified professionals, founders, researchers, innovators and business applicants.
Business and investment-based residence.
Latvia may offer temporary residence routes connected with business, investment, property and other statutory bases.
Selected EU pathways at a glance.
| Country | Main route focus | Key planning issue |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | International teleworker | Remote work, income, insurance and tax review |
| Portugal | Remote work, D7 and startup | Income, accommodation and family planning |
| Greece | Golden Visa | Investment route, property and source of funds |
| France | Talent and entrepreneur | Qualifications, project and financing |
| Latvia | Business and investment | Corporate, valuation and continuing compliance |
| Italy / Hungary / Cyprus / Malta | Country-specific routes | Current program and nationality screening |
A structured European residency assessment.
Assessment
Review nationality, family, work, income, investment and preferred countries.
Comparison
Compare routes that appear compatible with the applicant’s objectives.
Professional Coordination
Coordinate with appropriately qualified legal, tax and local professionals.
Application Planning
Prepare the selected residence strategy and supporting documentation.
European Residency Programs Guide
Download the full NKIC guide covering Spain, Portugal, Greece, France, Latvia, Italy, Hungary, Cyprus and Malta.
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