As Citizenship by Investment clients, Americans possess unique characteristics that distinguish them from traditional investment migration clients in Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. We know this because we are Americans.
From our Washington, DC-born CEO to our Boston-born VP of Business Development, our Miami-born Director of Marketing, and our numerous US-educated processing officers in the Caribbean, Apex Capital Partners is one of the few American-owned and -operated investment migration firms fully licensed to represent clients before governments.
This is an important distinction from marketing agents, who ultimately need to work through a licensed agent to prepare and submit citizenship and residence applications on behalf of their clients.
Our business is built around understanding the needs of American clients. Our focus on American clients is so strong that this past May we commissioned a survey of 1,733 Americans earning over $200,000 a year to better understand how affluent Americans think and view the state of the country and global mobility.
The findings were striking: nearly 61% would consider moving to another country in the next five years, primarily driven by concerns about the economy and the deteriorating political climate. 31% described the current US economy as weak, while only 19% called it strong. Importantly, 63% of respondents would consider diversifying their assets outside the US.
Our own life experiences have taught us that countries can change, including our own.
Journalist Stephen Marche writes in The Next Civil War: Dispatches from the American Future: “Many Americans, as well as many outside America, once believed that America was different from any other country…We are finding out that America is only a part of history, that it rises and falls like everybody else.”
Apex CEO Nuri Katz lived in Moscow for more than 20 years, where he experienced firsthand the effects of political instability and hyperinflation. He sees similar patterns today in the US to what he witnessed in Russia in the early 1990s.
The Russians who weathered the economic and political changes were those who recognized the new reality and adapted their personal and financial lives to their current circumstances. Katz ultimately helped many Russians immigrate to Canada and later obtain alternative citizenships.
Apex’s VP of Business Development, Dan Brotman, arrived in South Africa shortly after the 2010 FIFA World Cup, a period of economic stability and optimism. During his eleven years in South Africa, the South African rand lost half its value and corruption became so institutionalized that electricity and water cuts eventually became an almost daily occurrence.
Based on our experience advising American clients, we have found three characteristics that distinguish them from clients in other regions:
1) Visa-Free Travel Is Not the Primary Motivator
Americans already possess one of the ten strongest passports in the world. When thinking about an additional citizenship, they are typically looking for a country to which they could conceivably relocate, whether permanently or part-time, if circumstances at home change.
2) Investment Migration Is a Relatively New Concept
Americans are relatively new to the concept of investment migration. Growing political, economic, and geopolitical uncertainty over the past several years has introduced many affluent Americans to these options for the first time, as opposed to clients in other countries, where it is common practice to obtain an alternative citizenship through descent, naturalization, or investment.
3) Prioritize Expertise and Service Over the Lowest Advisory Fee
American clients generally place a premium on expertise and service. Americans are less price-sensitive; they tend to value experienced advisors who are directly representing their interests to the government. They understand that marketing experience alone is not enough. Just as they do when hiring lawyers, they look first and foremost for professionals with the qualifications and expertise to perform the job.
We spend every day advising Americans whose priorities, concerns, and expectations differ significantly from those of clients from other parts of the world. These observations shape how we advise American clients and how we anticipate the market will evolve in the years ahead.
All Metrics Point to Growing Demand
We believe that the anticipated launch of Argentina’s Citizenship by Investment program could resonate strongly with American investors.
Argentina offers favorable time-zone alignment with North America, a strong international profile, significant business opportunities, and a lifestyle that many Americans find attractive.
Many Americans increasingly view Argentina as offering qualities once associated with parts of Europe: political and social stability, a high quality of life, and an attractive lifestyle. Together, these factors will make it a compelling destination for those seeking a genuine Plan B.
As the US moves toward the midterm elections and political, economic, and social divisions continue to deepen, we believe demand from Americans seeking alternative citizenships is likely to continue growing.
For many, a second citizenship is not simply about mobility. It is an insurance policy, a diversification strategy, and the reassurance of having another place to call home if circumstances require it.
You can view our 2026 Expatriation Report here, and visit our website to learn more about the options available to you.
