In late February 2026, new data on the global investment migration market was released, highlighting a structural shift. Europe remains a leading destination, but it is no longer the only center attracting international capital.

📈 According to industry estimates, around 142,000 high-net-worth individuals are expected to change their country of residence in 2025. In 2023, this figure stood at 120,000, representing an increase of more than 18% over two years. This growth reflects the accelerating mobility of global capital. Companies operating in the investment migration sector report clients from 94 countries and demand originating from more than 180 jurisdictions.

Interest from developed economies is also rising. US citizens now account for approximately 23% of all applicants, while their participation has increased by more than 1,000% over the past five years. At the same time, competition between countries continues to intensify. There are now more than 100 residence and citizenship programs globally, with around 40 considered key players in the market.

💰 Europe still holds strong positions. In international rankings of investment migration programs, European countries continue to lead. Greece ranks first among residence-by-investment programs, while Malta leads among citizenship programs. However, capital flows are gradually shifting. In 2025, the main destinations for high-net-worth individuals include:

— UAE: approximately 9,800 new wealthy residents
— USA: approximately 7,500
— Italy: approximately 3,600

At the same time, traditional centers are experiencing outflows. The United Kingdom, for example, is expected to see a net loss of around 16,500 millionaires within a single year.

🧭 These trends indicate that investors increasingly prioritize jurisdictions offering more flexible conditions, transparent regulation, and competitive tax environments. The key factors influencing residence decisions in 2026 include:

— regulatory stability and predictability
— speed and simplicity of the application process
— access to the banking system
— tax efficiency
— quality of life for families

📌 As a result, Europe remains a major player, but its advantage is no longer absolute. Investors are no longer focused on a single region and are increasingly evaluating opportunities on a global scale.