As global interest in residency and citizenship-by-investment programs grows rapidly, misleading advertisements for fake or defunct Golden Visa programs are also increasing.

Experts warn investors against unverified content, particularly on digital platforms. They emphasize that investors should only act on information based on current legislation and official sources to avoid legal and financial risks.

Global interest in residency and citizenship-by-investment programs continues to grow. The market volume, which was around $20 billion before the pandemic, is expected to reach nearly $100 billion by 2025. However, experts point out that there has been a rise in the number of initiatives seeking to exploit this growing interest. Particularly on social media and digital platforms, some programs that have officially ended or were never implemented, as well as residence visas that do not fall under the Golden Visa category, can be promoted as if they were active under the name “Golden Visa.” Such promotions can expose investors to serious legal and financial risks.

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