Famous Global Citizens

Tech billionaire who co-founded PayPal and made an early crucial investment in Facebook, becoming one of Silicon Valley's most influential venture capitalists and conservative political voices.

Although living in the United States since childhood, he secretly acquired New Zealand citizenship in 2011 as a backup plan.

Entrepreneur who revolutionized multiple industries as CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, becoming the world's wealthiest person through his ventures in electric vehicles, space exploration, and social media.

Born in South Africa, he obtained Canadian citizenship through his mother in 1989, then became a US citizen in 2002, maintaining all three citizenships as part of his global business strategy.

Legendary investor who co-founded the Quantum Fund with George Soros and became known for his global investment expertise and economic commentary.

After predicting Asia's growing economic dominance, he relocated to Singapore in 2007 and obtained citizenship there in 2019 as a strategic move for his family's future.

Oil industry magnate and former owner of Chelsea Football Club who built his fortune during the privatization of Russian state assets in the 1990s.

Amid growing political tensions, he obtained Israeli citizenship in 2018 and Portuguese citizenship in 2021 as backup options, though the latter was later investigated.

Grammy-winning singer known as the 'Queen of Rock and Roll' who achieved massive global success with hits like 'What's Love Got to Do with It' and 'Private Dancer'.

After living in Switzerland for nearly two decades, she formally obtained Swiss citizenship in 2013 and renounced her US citizenship, citing cultural differences and privacy concerns.

Early Facebook co-founder who helped Mark Zuckerberg launch the social network from Harvard, owning a significant stake in the company.

Renounced his US citizenship in 2011 and moved to Singapore, where he obtained permanent residence and citizenship, allegedly for tax benefits and Asian investment opportunities.

Founder of Hermitage Capital Management who became a prominent political activist after his lawyer Sergei Magnitsky's death in Russian custody.

Surrendered his US citizenship and became a British citizen in 1998 for business reasons, later becoming a prominent advocate for global human rights legislation.

Pulitzer Prize-winning author of 'The Color Purple' who became a prominent voice in literature and civil rights activism.

Obtained Ghanaian citizenship in the 1960s during the civil rights movement as a connection to her African heritage and political statement about American racial politics.

Inventor and industrial designer who revolutionized household appliances with his bagless vacuum cleaner and built a multi-billion dollar empire.

While maintaining his British citizenship, he obtained Singapore citizenship after moving his company's headquarters there in 2019, citing Asian market opportunities.

Former Google CEO who transformed the company from a Silicon Valley startup to a global technology powerhouse.

While maintaining his US citizenship, he acquired Cypriot citizenship through investment in 2020, joining other tech leaders seeking European backup options.

Former hedge fund manager who became a prominent cryptocurrency investor and founder of Galaxy Digital.

Secured Maltese citizenship through their investment program while maintaining his US status, positioning himself for global cryptocurrency operations.

Academy Award-winning actress known for her versatile roles in films like 'The Hours' and 'Moulin Rouge'.

Born to Australian parents in Hawaii, she maintains dual US-Australian citizenship, actively using both for her global acting career and personal life.

Founder of Foxconn, the world's largest electronics manufacturer and key supplier to Apple.

While maintaining his Taiwanese citizenship, he obtained Singaporean citizenship as a strategic backup given regional political tensions.

Legendary fashion designer who built one of the world's most recognized luxury brands.

While maintaining his Italian citizenship, he acquired Swiss citizenship as part of a financial planning strategy, though he continues to base his operations in Milan.

Facebook founder who transformed social media and built Meta into one of the world's most valuable companies.

While primarily based in the US, he reportedly secured Irish citizenship options through investment and ancestry claims as a European backup plan.