
Rank #17
Guernsey
Monthly Cost
$2,574
+18% vs USA
Internet
130 Mbps
Mobile Avg
Monthly Cost
$2,574
+18% vs USA
Internet
130 Mbps
Mobile Avg
Investor Visa
Designed for high-net-worth individuals who wish to invest in Guernsey. This visa provides a pathway to residency for those making significant financial contributions.
Min. Income
£50,000/year
Per Applicant
Processing
2–3 Months
Average Time
Validity
3 Years
Initial / Renewable
Citizenship
7 Years
Years to Apply
Eligibility & Required Docs
Eligibility Requirements
Significant financial investment in Guernsey
Proof of sufficient income
Clean criminal record
Required Documents
Proof of investment
Bank statements
Criminal record certificate
Valid passport
Residency Rules
Taxation
Residents are taxed on Guernsey-sourced income only. There is no tax on foreign income unless remitted to Guernsey.
Physical Presence
Must spend a significant portion of the year in Guernsey to maintain residency status.
Advantages
- Pathway to permanent residency
- No capital gains tax
- High quality of life
Disadvantages
- High cost of living
- Limited public transport
- Strict immigration controls
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