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Palau's Economic Residency

The Investor Visa program offers long-term residency through investment in Palau's growing economy.

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MOBILITY ASSSET SNAPSHOT

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Palau

Mobility Asset Index Score

70.50%

Mobility Asset Type

Economic Residency

Official Name

Investor Visa

Launched in:

1998

Online Submission:

No

Residency Privileges
(in months)

2

Adjudication Time
(in months)

6

Minimum Stay Requirement
(in days)

None

In-Country Presence Requirement
(in months)

0

Overview

A five-year residency program for investors in Palau's developing economy

Eligibility Requirements

Substantial investment capacity and business experience

Anchor Ancestor restrictions

Months to citizenship

Length of Visa

2 year visa

Months to Visa

6 months

Physical Presence Requirement

None

Availability

In-person application

Family Allowance

Spouse and children

Overview

Apply through Foreign Investment Board + Submit documentation at Palau embassy

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REQUIREMENTS

Requirements for Palau - Economic Residency

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PROCESS

Economic Residency Process

#1

Initial Assessment

• Verify investment capacity

• Review investment options

• Complete preliminary eligibility check

#2

Investment Selection

• Choose qualifying investment type

• Perform due diligence on investment options

• Engage legal/financial advisors

#3

Application Preparation

• Gather source of funds documentation

• Prepare investment documentation

• Complete background verification

• Obtain required certifications

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#4

Investment Execution

• Make qualifying investment

• Obtain investment verification

• Complete any required registrations

#5

Submission & Approval

• Submit residency application

• Complete biometrics (if required)

• Receive residency card/approval

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PROCESS

Timeline for Palau - Economic Residency

DOCUMENTS

Documents Needed for Palau - Economic Residency

Important Notes

• All documents must be original or certified copies
• Non-English documents require certified translations
• Documents must be apostilled where applicable

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Costs Associated with Palau - Economic Residency

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