Samoa Citizenship by Investment

The Samoa Citizenship by Investment Program offers citizenship through investment in various qualifying sectors including tourism, agriculture, and technology.

The program requires a minimum investment of SAT$4 million and a minimum net worth of SAT$2.5 million, providing benefits such as visa-free travel opportunities and potential tax advantages.

• Minimum investment: SAT$4 million
• Minimum net worth: SAT$2.5 million

Qualifying sectors:

• Leasing and developing government lands

• Processing/manufacturing of agricultural produce

• Processing/manufacturing of fishery products

• Tourism

• Information/communication technology

• Electricity generation (bio-fuel, solar, water, wind)

• Government development fund investment

• Mild climate
• English as official language
• Low cost of living
• Path to citizenship
• Short processing time

• Must maintain Permanent Resident status for 3 years
• Must reside in Samoa for at least 15 days per year during the 3-year permanent residency period
• Must comply with the approved investment plan
• Must apply within 3 months before permanent residency permit expires
• Must maintain at least 15% of original investment sum in fixed deposit account

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Applications for this program may be directed to Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Labour.

Legislation upon which this program is based Citizenship Investment Act 2016.