Papua New Guinea Investor Residence
Key facts
- Minimum investment
- US$500,000
Papua New Guinea Investor Residence
The program provides foreign investors and corporate executives with permanent residence through business investment of K2 million, property holdings of K10 million, or CEO positions in companies with more than 250 employees and K10 million annual turnover.
Applicants are granted permanent residence upon approval and must maintain their investments and business operations throughout the residency period to qualify for citizenship after eight years of continuous residence.
How to Qualify
To qualify for the Papua New Guinea Investor Residence, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Executive Position
- Chief Executive Officer of a large company operating in Papua New Guinea for more than five years
- The company must employ at least 250 workers
- Annual turnover must reach K10 million or more
- Certified documentation proving company credentials is required
Business Investment
- Majority ownership of a business investment in a registered resident business for at least five years
- Net assets and turnover exceeding K2 million
Property Investment
- Net property investment in Papua New Guinea of at least K10 million
Salient Benefits
- Path to citizenship
- Permits dual/multiple citizenship
- Lower cost of living
- Warm climate
Citizenship Timeline and Requirements
After completing 8 years of continuous residency in Papua New Guinea, an investor may apply for citizenship by naturalization. Applicants must maintain continuous presence with no single absence exceeding 180 days during this period.
The citizenship application process requires ministerial approval and is subject to discretionary review. All investments and business operations must be maintained throughout the residency period.
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