The Golden Visa scheme in Spain has been under scrutiny for years. Earlier this year, Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez proposed shutting down the programme altogether. Even though it gained support from the Spanish Council of Ministers, discussions around abolishing the golden visa only started in July. The Spanish Congress is slated to consider abolishing it in September. But it's not too late to obtain Spanish residency (and possibly citizenship) by investment. Today, we cover

Spain's Golden Visa programme has long been a popular choice for non-EU investors seeking residency and a second passport in Europe. However, recent changes have altered the options for prospective applicants. In April 2024, the Spanish government got rid of the property investment option for Golden Visas. This move aimed to ease pressures on the housing sector and address concerns about potential money laundering risks. Despite this change, the Spanish Golden Visa programm