Rank #6
Bahamas
Caribbean • UTC-4 • America/NassauMonthly Cost
$2,980
+36% vs USA
Internet
143 Mbps
Fixed Broadband Avg
Monthly Cost
$2,980
+36% vs USA
Internet
143 Mbps
Fixed Broadband Avg
Economic Permanent Residency
Designed for investors who purchase property in the Bahamas, offering a pathway to permanent residency.
Min. Income
$500,000 investment
Real Estate Investment
Processing
1–2 Months
Average Time
Validity
Permanent
Lifetime Residency
Citizenship
10 Years
Years to Apply
Eligibility & Required Docs
Eligibility Requirements
Investment in Bahamian real estate- Clean criminal record
- Proof of financial stability
Required Documents
- Proof of property purchase
- Police clearance certificate
- Financial statements
Residency Rules
Taxation
Residents do not pay personal income tax. The Bahamas relies on VAT and other indirect taxes.
Physical Presence
No specific physical presence requirement, but maintaining ties to the Bahamas is recommended.
Advantages
- Pathway to permanent residency
- No personal income tax
- Stable political environment
Disadvantages
- High investment threshold
- Limited citizenship options
- Cost of living can be high
Compare with
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