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One of the strongest passports in the world
Reliable EU banking and stable economy
Direct citizenship under §10(6) Citizenship Act 1985
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One of the strongest passports in the world
Reliable EU banking and stable economy
Direct citizenship under §10(6) Citizenship Act 1985
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Visa-free travel to
to 188 countries, including Hong Kong, Singapore, the UK, the EU, and the USA
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The right to live in any EU country and Switzerland
no residence limits within the European Union
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Access to the EU banking system
The ability to open accounts in any currency and receive confidential service from the most trustworthy Austrian and EU banks
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Business opportunities
expansion and development in a country with a stationary economy, international expansion
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No requirements on the duration of stay in the country
there are no minimum stay requirements in order to keep your status
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Citizenship for the whole family
family members are also eligible for Austrian citizenship (the applicant's spouse and financially dependent children)
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Tax Exemptions
Tax liability arises only if Austria is chosen as the country of tax residence
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When you want one of the strongest passports in the world
When you want full EU citizenship and Schengen freedom of movement
When you have an exceptional business or innovation case for the Austrian economy
When you want to include immediate family members under one application
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Detailed step-by-step process
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Requirements for all eligible applicants
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Required documents for each step of the program
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Answers to frequently asked questions
Austria Citizenship by Investment
Government-Approved Economic Contribution — from EUR 3,000,000 non-refundable
A non-refundable contribution to an Austrian government-approved economic initiative or fund recognized under §10(6) of the Citizenship Act 1985. Eligible programs are determined on a case-by-case basis by the Federal Government and the relevant ministry. The contribution must align with stated Austrian economic interests.
Direct Active Business Investment — from EUR 10,000,000 in approved Austrian business projects
Substantial direct investment in Austrian businesses, joint ventures, or industrial projects with capital deployment of EUR 10,000,000 or more. Investment must be active and productive in the real Austrian economy, creating jobs, transferring technology, or developing exports. This is the most common pathway for successful §10(6) applications.
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Major Strategic Partnership or Innovation Initiative — from EUR 5,000,000 in joint ventures or R&D collaboration
Strategic partnership with an Austrian company, R&D collaboration, or innovation-driven investment with capital of EUR 5,000,000 or more. Particularly relevant for investors with proprietary technology or expertise that brings exceptional benefit to the Republic of Austria as defined under §10(6).
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Austria is a unique European country with incredible landscapes, economy, culture, and heritage. It is the birthplace of talented people, such as Arnold Schwarzenegger, Wolfgang Mozart, and Ludwig van Beethoven.
Austria is also celebrated for its tradition of Austrian Economics Theory, grounded in classical ideals of private property and free markets. The country offers a stable political environment, guaranteed social rights and freedoms, and one of the highest levels of confidentiality and protection in EU banking. Austria is consistently ranked among the world's top destinations for HNW relocation, combining cultural heritage, alpine geography, and economic robustness within the European Union.
Officially published timeline
12-24 months
Real timeline, based on our practical experience
24-36 months
Global Strength Rating:
better than 97%
of passports
The Passport Strength Rating includes 198 different passports and 227 different tourist destinations. Passports are ranked by freedom of movement, taking into account visa restrictions and other limitations.
Visa-free
188
countries
Key countries
the EU, UK
and the USA
Fast-track visa
Australia
China
India
Visa-free
188
countries
Key countries
the EU, UK
and the USA
Fast-track visa
Australia
China
India
Visa-free
188
countries
Key countries
the EU, UK
and the USA
Fast-track visa
Australia
China
India
Visa-free
188
countries
Key countries
the EU, UK
and the USA
Fast-track visa
Australia
China
India
Visa-free
Key countries
the EU, UK
and the USA
Fast-track visa
Australia
China
India
Decades of cross-border citizenship expertise: Golden Harbors advisors have helped HNW families navigate every active European citizenship and residency program. For Austria specifically, we coordinate the §10(6) special interest application directly with licensed Austrian counsel and our network at the Federal Ministry of the Interior.
End-to-end paperwork management: From the Service Agreement to Federal Government decision, we handle every interaction with the Federal Ministry of the Interior, economic ministries, and Austrian counsel. You stay informed at each milestone and approve key decisions remotely.
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Bicontinental coverage: Our team is positioned across the United States and Europe, allowing us to coordinate Austrian §10(6) applications with cross-border tax structuring, source-of-funds documentation across multiple jurisdictions, and post-grant Austrian banking and residency setup.
Rigorous due diligence: Austrian §10(6) applications face the most demanding due diligence of any citizenship-by-investment program. We cross-check source-of-funds documentation, business plan robustness, exceptional-contribution arguments, and tax compliance across all jurisdictions before any submission to the Austrian authorities.
Tested by time
years of learning and working across industries and global mobility solutions. Our team has learned all the nuances and possible pitfalls and will help you avoid them.
Convenient team structure
our team is located in both the U.S. and Europe, so we have the best coverage to assist you.
We take preparation seriously
planning, due diligence, and data cross-checks minimize the risk of application rejection. We only work with vetted and government-licensed partners.
We take care of the paperwork
and handle all the interactions with counterparties while you enjoy your everyday comforts. You still keep the remote control over each step.
Enter your estimated application start date and get a clear timetable for each step
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Sign the service agreement, complete the application forms, and pay the initial service and due diligence fees.
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Golden Harbors helps you assemble your full §10(6) application package: investment business plan, source-of-funds documentation, professional CV, criminal record certificates, and supporting evidence of the special interest to the Republic of Austria. Documents must be translated and notarized.
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Comprehensive due diligence by Austrian authorities including the Federal Ministry of the Interior, the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution and Counterterrorism, and the relevant economic ministries. Background checks cover criminal record, source of wealth, business reputation, and tax compliance across all jurisdictions. The Federal Government also evaluates whether the proposed investment meets the special interest of the Republic standard.
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Execute the qualifying investment in Austria. Deploy capital to the approved business project, government-approved economic contribution, or strategic partnership. Submit the formal §10(6) citizenship application to the Federal Government once the investment is documented and confirmed.
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Federal Government review and decision on the §10(6) citizenship grant. This is the longest phase of the process, typically 24 to 36 months. Upon positive decision, the candidate receives Austrian citizenship and the biometric e-passport. Golden Harbors coordinates passport collection and post-grant tax and banking setup.
Up to 14 days
Every client is unique
Every case requires an individual approach and solution. Our years of experience in the industry allow us to provide both.
We will answer all your questions and provide detailed information about the available second passport and residency programs to help you make the right choice.
Victoria
Lead Attorney at Golden Harbors
Victoria
Lead Attorney at Golden Harbors
Obtain
a new citizenship and passport
get
additional residency or a Golden Visa
and also
file, register a company, and open bank accounts offshore
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If you are looking for a comprehensive review of whether this program is the best fit for you, please get in touch with your trusted advisors at Golden Harbors
victoria cold
Lead Attorney at Golden Harbors
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