bitcoin Passports: Crypto Wealth Drives Demand for “Golden Visas”
DUBAI, UAE – A growing number of cryptocurrency millionaires are leveraging thier digital fortunes to secure residency - and citizenship – through investment migration programs, often referred to as “golden visas.” These programs, offered by various countries, allow individuals to obtain residency or citizenship in exchange for significant investments, and increasingly, those investments are being made with cryptocurrency.
The appeal is multifaceted. For investors holding substantial digital assets, converting to customary currency can be cumbersome and trigger taxes and fees. Blockchain transactions offer a faster, more discreet alternative. “For someone with a substantial digital fortune, a blockchain transaction that ends in a few minutes, compared to a three-day bank transfer… Ther is no comparison,” explains Volek, a specialist in digital asset wealth planning. This trend reflects a broader shift in wealth accumulation, with digital assets now representing a significant portion of high-net-worth individuals’ portfolios.
While concerns around compliance, money laundering, and crypto volatility persist, governments are adapting to attract this new wave of investors. Experts note that blockchain transactions frequently enough leave a clearer audit trail than traditional banking systems. “Crypto compliance requirements are often stricter than for traditional wealth,” Volek added, with many applicants opting for stablecoins to mitigate price fluctuations.
looking ahead,Volek anticipates that crypto payment options will remain specialized but expand. “In five years, I expect five or more programs to provide Crypto options - not the majority, but enough to serve this global market,” he stated. The investment migration industry, historically responsive to evolving wealth trends - from real estate to financial portfolios and now digital assets – is positioning itself to cater to the approximately $250 trillion in crypto wealth seeking elegant planning and global mobility.
Source: Digi24.ro, September 29, 2025, 15:15:36
