Recently, many citizens of the Russian Federation are thinking about a radical change of place of residence in order to improve their quality of life. Obtaining a passport from one of the Schengen countries means not only gaining access to effective social programs, but also providing yourself with the opportunity to move freely throughout the European Union. However, becoming a citizen of a prosperous state is not so easy. The topic where it is easiest to obtain citizenship requires careful research.
Citizenship or permanent residence: what is the difference
To live in a country legally, you need to have official status in it. Any visa, even a work visa, gives the right to stay in the state only for a certain period. The best options are a residence permit (residence permit) or the right to permanent residence (permanent residence), however, all the possibilities of a country open only to its citizen.
The holder of permanent residence status receives the following rights:
- use health insurance;
- receive social assistance for yourself and your children;
- purchase real estate;
- apply for citizenship.
What distinguishes this status from citizenship is the lack of the right to vote and be elected to government bodies and the opportunity to join the police and army.
The main advantage of citizenship is its lifelong status and the fact that immediate relatives (children, grandchildren) automatically become full residents of the country.
You will find more detailed information in the article “Residence permit, permanent residence and citizenship”.
In the Caribbean
Those who have been on a trip to the Caribbean islands dream of settling in this paradise forever. What is the easiest way to obtain Caribbean citizenship?
Saint Kitts and Nevis has developed an extremely fast and uncomplicated second citizenship program. Purchasing real estate at a price of $400,000 or more makes it possible to obtain a local passport.
Holders of this document can visit without a visa:
- Canada;
- Ireland;
- Great Britain;
- Japan;
- countries of the Schengen Commonwealth.
A residence permit in Costa Rica will be issued to those who bought real estate worth €155,000 or more. After 10 years, you can apply for citizenship, and with it a Spanish residence permit, thanks to simplified migration laws.
For an investment in real estate in Dominica in a similar amount, you can become a citizen and freely visit the countries of Southeast Asia, South America, the UK, Ireland and Switzerland.
How to choose a country for citizenship
In order to choose a state to move to, you need not only to visit it several times, but also to carefully study all the living conditions. Such a move will be associated with large financial costs, so the decision must be balanced. You need to pay attention to:
- standard of living,
- safety,
- infrastructure,
- mentality,
- laws,
- taxes,
- customs,
- food quality,
- education and work,
- social assistance.
The highest standards of living are in Switzerland, Great Britain and Austria. And in the countries of Eastern Europe there are affordable prices for housing and food.
European states are also attracted by their security, which is also important. It is worth paying attention even to the circumstances that will make up everyday life: the Internet, the cost of utilities, the operation of transport.
Residents of Europe are mentally different from Russians; you will have to choose the country that is closest in mentality. For example, Malta is an interesting option: many people from the former CIS live in this economically successful state, tourists constantly come to the island, so different cultures have long been mixed here, and everyone can find something close to them.
When choosing a country for permanent residence, it is important to study its legislation and tax rates, because ignorance is not an excuse. The most attractive tax systems in Europe are in Cyprus and Malta.
The opportunity to run a business or find a job with career prospects is a compelling argument for choice.
Let us note that you can send your children to study at elite universities in any EU country without any problems, if you don’t mind the cost of education. Be sure to understand what social guarantees are in the chosen state and how health insurance works. It is advisable not to miss anything. Obtaining citizenship is a complex process, so the decision must be justified according to all criteria.
Rating of countries where it is easiest to obtain citizenship
Saint Kitts and Nevis
In the first place in the ranking of where it is easiest to obtain citizenship, it is worth putting the Caribbean islands. St. Kitts and Nevis has the fastest and most convenient programs for the legalization of citizens. Here you can invest in the economy, which will cost 40-70 thousand dollars.
You can buy real estate for an average of 400 thousand dollars. First, as elsewhere, a residence permit is issued, and then a passport. With which, the opportunity opens up to visit all territories of Europe, New Zealand and Australia. And also, enter a university in England and work there without any visas.
Dominica
Another Caribbean state is Dominica. Here, too, the easiest way to get a passport is a “free sponsorship” contribution of $100 thousand. Dominica opens up prospects for businessmen. It is comfortable to do business here because there are certain benefits. There is also a visa-free regime with almost 50 countries.
Australia
The next position in the ranking of world citizens is occupied by Australia. This remote state is interested in relocating people to its territories. The easiest way to become an Australian citizen is to get a job. If you master the profession that Australia needs and have good professional skills, the gates of this country will be open. Also, you can stay to live and become a full citizen after training.
Ways to obtain citizenship
Almost any migrant who has no problems with the law can obtain citizenship of another country. There are the following methods:
- Repatriation. This option is acceptable for those whose close relatives were citizens of the selected state. Israel, Spain, Germany, Greece, Ireland, and Hungary are especially open to repatriates.
- Obtaining citizenship for refugees. True, to obtain this status, you need to be well prepared: the migrant will have to prove that he really faces a serious danger in his homeland.
- Naturalization. This is the most common way.
It is the latter option that we will talk about in a little more detail. The reasons for naturalization can be different: family reunification, marriage, study, employment, business, purchase of real estate.
Those who have a lot of money and are ready to invest it in the state can easily obtain a foreign passport.
Read about other ways to obtain citizenship in our article: “Main ways to obtain citizenship.”
Countries where you can obtain citizenship by investment
By investing in the economy of a particular country, you get the opportunity to become its citizen, albeit not immediately. So which states are willing to provide a passport in exchange for financial investments?
A country | Investment object | Registration period | Amount of investment |
Great Britain | bonds, real estate | 3 years | 750 000 £, 250 000 £ |
Spain | bonds, real estate, company shares | 10 years | 2 000 000 €, 500 000 €, 1 000 000 € |
Portugal | real estate, national economy | 6 years | 500 000 €, 1 000 000 € |
Latvia | real estate, capital of a Latvian company | 5 years | 250000 €, 35572 € |
Canada | a country's economy | 2 years | 800,000 Canadian dollars |
Cyprus | real estate | 3 months | 5 000 000 € |
Malta | payment to the government | instantly | 650000 |
Antigua and Barbuda | real estate, National Development Fund | 4-6 months | 400 000 $, 250 000 $ |
Dominican Republic | direct payment to the government | 5-14 months | from 100,000 to 200,000 $ |
USA | startups | more than 5 years | 500 000 $ |
Read more about investment conditions in the publication “Citizenship by Investment”.
Countries that issue passports for the purchase of real estate
The top five countries where you can obtain citizenship through real estate include Latvia, Portugal, Panama, Spain, Saint Kitts and Nevis. The selection of a country is carried out according to the following criteria:
- minimum cost threshold;
- the ability to travel to other countries;
- taxes;
- deadlines for obtaining citizenship.
The simplest program for obtaining a passport is offered by a small country in the New World: you will have to pay several hundred thousand euros for real estate, but citizens of St. Kitts and Nevis can visit Canada, Ireland and the United Kingdom, as well as countries that are members of the Schengen Union, without visas.
Latvia has the lowest threshold for real estate prices. First, a residence permit is issued, and after 5 years you can obtain citizenship.
In Spain, you can become a citizen only after 10 years of living in your own home.
In Panama you will have to pay the highest amount for the purchase of real estate, but a passport from this country gives you the right to freely move in the Schengen zone.
To make an informed decision, study all the details of the process of obtaining a passport for real estate in the article “Citizenship when purchasing real estate.”
In which countries is it easiest to become a citizen through marriage?
You can most likely and quickly obtain a citizen’s passport after marriage in the following states:
- Spain. A year of legally married residence is sufficient grounds for obtaining a passport.
- Portugal. You can apply for citizenship immediately after marriage.
- Brazil. Immediately after registering the marriage, the foreign spouse receives a residence permit, and a year later - citizenship.
- Ireland. After just 12 months you can apply for an internal passport.
- Mexico. You can become a citizen after 24 months from your wedding day.
- Colombia. You can apply for lifelong resident status of the country only after two years of legal marriage.
- Switzerland. Marriage to a Swiss person gives the right to citizenship only after 5 years of residence.
It is noteworthy that marital ties must be legal. A fictitious marriage cannot be the basis for obtaining an internal passport.
Citizenship for holders of in-demand professions
There are several states that are ready to fill the ranks of their citizens with first-class specialists.
The United States of America issues work visas, which subsequently make it possible to obtain an American passport: upon arrival in the United States on a work visa, a migrant can immediately apply for a Green Card. 5 years after receiving the Green Card, you can apply for citizenship.
Professional immigration is the most popular option for Canada. The applicant must have a higher education, work experience and must be fluent in English or French.
You can become a citizen after several years of fruitful work for the state or a private enterprise that regularly pays taxes.
Great Britain requires specialists of various professions, including creative ones. This stable and prosperous country has developed a special entry program for such candidates. Of course, we are not talking about citizenship right away; after 4 years it is possible to obtain only a residence permit, but after another year you can apply for a passport.
Australia has a whole list of in-demand professions approved by the government. If you have succeeded in one of these in your home country, you can try to take part in the Australian Professional Immigration Program. However, you will still have to provide proof of your financial solvency, for example, in the form of a bank account with more than one thousand dollars.
Germany, for example, requires highly qualified medical workers.
You can find out more about employment in Germany by reading our article: “Rules for employment and work in Germany.”
Countries where you can obtain citizenship through an educational program
Australia has an educational immigration program. The student must pay for his or her own tuition and study in the country for at least 2 years. At the same time, it is not necessary to choose the most expensive university - all state educational institutions participate in the program. The goal of the program is the subsequent acquisition of citizenship without regional restrictions, provided that the graduate speaks English and is self-confident.
You can also travel to the UK for your educational programme. Obtaining citizenship in this case will consist of 4 stages:
- Tier4 visa for the duration of study;
- Tier4 visa for the period of postgraduate employment;
- Indefinitely leave to Remain;
- citizenship.
All financial costs for training and accommodation fall entirely on the shoulders of the student.
Germany also needs competent specialists, so it is ready to accept foreign students to its universities.
Admission to the educational institution is based on a minimum of 12 years of previous education and proficiency in German and English at an advanced level. A visa is provided for the period of study, permanent residence is granted two years after receiving a diploma and employment, citizenship can be obtained 5-8 years after entering the country.
Education in New Zealand educational institutions opens up broad horizons for students. Initially, the immigrant receives a long-term residence visa with the right to work, after receiving a diploma - a work visa, and after three years and eight months - the coveted citizenship.
Upon graduation from a Canadian educational institution, the graduate receives a work visa, resident status and then a Canadian passport.
How else can you obtain citizenship?
Israel is the state of the Jewish people. For this reason, the country's government is primarily interested in the return of Jews. This country has a Law of Return: a Jew who holds a Certificate of Return can easily obtain Israeli citizenship.
The law covers the wife of a Jew, his children, grandchildren and their wives. However, the Supreme Court ruled that Jews who practice religions other than Judaism are not allowed to immigrate to Israel. Therefore, the basis for obtaining a Certificate of Return is religion.
You can also obtain citizenship by origin, for example, in Poland. It is based on two rules: the right of blood and the right of the land. You can obtain citizenship by blood by providing documents confirming the presence of relatives of Polish origin. Such documents give the right to obtain a permanent residence permit, and after two years of residence you can already apply for citizenship.
You can also obtain an Irish passport by origin: if one of the parents was an Irish citizen at the time of the child’s birth.
Holders of a Green Card, a special identification card, can become American citizens quite easily. This document gives the right to live and work in the United States. Five years after possessing a green card and permanent residence in the country, you can apply for citizenship.
In 2021, you can get a Green Card in several ways:
- reunification with relatives in the USA,
- marriage to an American citizen,
- filing a petition by the employer,
- obtaining asylum,
- investment in the economy,
- business card,
- diversification lottery.
Cheapest second citizenship in the world
If obtaining citizenship in previously represented world states has a very high cost, then there are a number of countries where issuing a passport will cost a minimum price. Here we will consider European powers and the territories of the Caribbean islands. Almost everywhere, citizenship is granted within six months.
Important! Registration of citizenship through investment requires large material investments, which many compatriots cannot afford.
Saint Lucia
To obtain citizenship of this country, you will have to have an amount of 100 thousand dollars for one or 165,000 for two. There is also a fee of 7.5 thousand for checking the investor and 2250 as a fee. The presented passport must be replaced every five years. An important feature of this citizenship is that children cannot inherit citizenship from the applicant.
Grenada
On the territory of this state, citizenship will cost more than in the previous case. An investment of 150 thousand dollars for one person or 200 thousand for two is withheld. An investment verification fee (5000) and a state fee of 4250 are also provided. Additionally, a return investment is available for immigrants, when a contribution of 350 thousand dollars or more is provided for in real estate for 4 years, after which the funds are returned. As in the previous case, the document must be replaced every five years.
Dominican Republic
Citizenship is available with an investment of one hundred thousand dollars for one person and 175 thousand for two. You will also have to pay an investor check of 7,500 and established duties within one and a half thousand dollars. To obtain citizenship, you do not need to visit the territory of the state, since everything is done through a licensed agent.
Saint Kitts and Nevis
To obtain citizenship you will have to make a contribution: 150 thousand dollars for one person or 195 thousand for the whole family. There are also fees of $605 and a paid investment verification of $7,500. To obtain a passport for this country, you do not need to visit the territory, since everything is done remotely.
Antigua and Barbuda
To qualify for citizenship for a family, you will have to pay 100 thousand dollars as a contribution. Additionally, an investment verification fee of 7,500 and state duties per person of 25,550 are withheld (if you pay for the whole family at once, the amount will be about 50 thousand dollars). To receive the document, you will have to appear in the country, and then stay here for five days, while the rest of the applicant’s family does not need to do this.
Bulgaria
To qualify for citizenship in this country, you will need to make an investment in government bonds in the amount of 311 thousand dollars (for an accelerated order of about a million). The deposit period is five years. Next, permanent residence is granted. Subsequently, after 5 years, you can request citizenship (for investments over a million euros, citizenship can be granted after 1.5 years). Then the migrant has the right to return the costs, but in this situation there is no provision for reimbursement of interest charges.
Vanuatu
It’s easy to get a passport for Russians here. There is a contribution to be made - 130 thousand dollars per person. There are also fees and charges of 65 thousand and an investment verification fee of 5000. Subsequently, two months later, a passport is provided with which you can freely travel throughout Europe and other world countries.
Cyprus
On the territory of this state, a simplified procedure for obtaining citizenship through investment is also provided. In such a situation, costs of 2 million euros will be required as an investment in real estate and the acquisition of property worth 500 thousand. It only takes six months to complete the document. After three years, you can return the invested funds. A Cypriot passport gives you the right to travel freely throughout Europe.
Malta
To obtain citizenship, a non-refundable investment of 650 thousand euros is provided. If passports are requested for other family members, then a contribution of 25,000 will have to be added for each of them. In addition, you need to invest 150,000 in government bonds for 5 years. Housing can be purchased separately, costing from 350 thousand euros (can be rented annually from 80,000). Also, 700 euros will be spent on fees, 7,500 as an investment verification fee and a required deposit of 10,000. To receive a passport, you will need to live for six months in Malta, then apply for resident status and wait one year.
Often people are interested in obtaining a passport of a foreign country, so as not to lose Russian citizenship. Similar practices are found in various world powers. However, when choosing an acceptable option, it is recommended to evaluate all the living conditions in the country so that the intended costs are not wasted. Additionally, it is necessary to take into account the existence of liability for false information about investments and purchased real estate. A number of states have established criminal penalties for this and subsequent revocation of citizenship.
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The most inhospitable countries
We have compiled a list of countries where it is most difficult to obtain a passport.
- Kuwait. It’s not for nothing that this urbanized country is first on our list. They care very much about the financial well-being of citizens. And in order to obtain a citizen’s passport, it is necessary to save the life of the emir or perform a feat in war.
- Monaco. One of the most developed countries in the world with excellent social security and medical care. You can obtain citizenship in the Principality at the age of 21, having lived in Monaco for at least 10 years. In addition, the state will require a guarantee of financial security for the passport.
- Norway. The Scandinavian state will grant citizenship to a migrant who has lived in the country for 10 years, receiving a residence permit annually, has completed a language course, and has no criminal record or fines.
- Denmark. The authorities will put the future citizen through circles of bureaucratic tests more than once. The decision will be made based on whether the visitor has real estate in the country, what his financial situation is and whether he knows Danish.
- Switzerland. In this state, even to obtain a residence permit, a language passport is required - a document indicating knowledge of the state language. The future citizen must observe all traditions and customs and integrate well into society.
Obtaining citizenship in the European Union
Becoming an EU citizen is the dream of many. After all, EU countries are leaders in terms of privileges for migrants. Of course, the concept of “European Union citizen” does not exist. But you can take citizenship of any EU member. If you have a passport of a European country, you can visit all EU countries without restrictions, as well as stay there to work and live.
In a European country you can obtain citizenship by investment. This is the most common and accessible method for Russians. Cases of obtaining official status as a result of “family reunification” are common. Here you either get married or marry a foreigner, or find distant relatives who had or have citizenship of another country.
Poland
For example, in Poland there is a “Pole’s card”. It can be issued if you prove that there were Polish relatives in the family. This card gives you a residence permit. And then you can apply for citizen status.
Bulgaria
Bulgaria has the fastest citizenship program. If you become an investor in the country's economy and make a contribution of 1 million euros, you can immediately obtain permanent residence. And within two years you can apply for official registration. Compared to other EU countries, this is the fastest option.
Great Britain
For English citizenship the requirements are much higher. Here the investment size ranges from 2 to 10 million pounds sterling. Moreover, it is first possible to obtain a residence permit as an investor. And in the future, permanent residence is issued. Citizenship should be applied for after 5-6 years of residence in the UK. And only if you stay at least 186 days a year.
Countries that allow dual citizenship
The status of a person with dual citizenship is different from those who simply have a second passport. Dual citizenship is recognized only if a corresponding agreement is signed between countries. For example, Bulgaria and Russia do not have such agreements. But if you apply for citizenship in the Republic of Bulgaria based on origin, you will receive the right to a second citizenship.
The Spanish government only allows you to have second passports from certain countries. But Chile has an agreement on dual citizenship only with Spain.
An Argentinean passport can be a second one if the first one is Italian or Spanish. Brazil also allows dual citizenship, but there are some restrictions.
You will find more information in the publication: “Countries with dual citizenship.”
Citizenship by descent in Italy
Italy is unique in that its status is passed on from ancestor to child with no limit to the number of generations separating them, provided that no ancestor ever gave up their Italian passport.
This means that you can inherit it from your grandparents, great-grandparents, or even further ancestors who lived 5 generations ago - as long as no ancestors along the way gave up their Italian passport.
In this context, it should be remembered that some of them only allow one (that is, they prohibit dual citizenship), which could force one of the candidate's ancestors to abandon their Italian. Therefore, you need to do thorough research before applying to avoid any unpleasant surprises.
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Summarize
There are several ways to obtain citizenship. If you do not want to marry a foreigner and do not have a sought-after profession, you can use the educational program. The easiest way to get a passport is to invest in the economy of the chosen state. However, whichever method you choose, in most countries you will first receive a residence permit, and only after a while - citizenship by prior application.
If you don't want to give up your first passport, then choose a country that allows second citizenship.
Which country's citizenship is easiest for a Russian to obtain?
It is possible for a Russian citizen to obtain citizenship of another country; the main thing is to know how to do it and which states carry out this procedure in a simplified manner.
The easiest way to obtain civil status is by purchasing real estate. Russians are accustomed to high housing prices, so they are happy to buy houses on the coast. A European passport is a pleasant bonus for such a purchase.
By spending 500 thousand euros, you can get a long-term residence permit in:
- Spain;
- Portugal;
- Cyprus.
Canada offers cheaper European citizenship. To live there permanently, you need to buy real estate for 250 thousand dollars, and Latvia allows immigrants to move if they purchase housing in the price range from 70 to 150 thousand euros.
Where is it easier to obtain citizenship in European countries?
Residents of the European Union have the best passports in the whole world, which Russians want to get. The most affordable way to become a citizen of another country is to buy real estate or purchase an investment portfolio abroad. The advantage is the quick registration of a residence permit and the provision of loyal conditions for carrying out business activities. Western Europe has long attracted wealthy Russians as investors, and Eastern and Central Europe and other Eurozone countries have followed suit.
Good news from Cyprus, where the program for obtaining citizenship through investment has been revised, the amount has been reduced from € 5 million to € 3 million. The island has long been popular among Russian citizens, but in recent years there has been a sharp jump down due to the decline economic growth. In addition, the island has strong competition from Türkiye and Spain. The governments of these states offered to obtain residency by purchasing real estate, shares, bonds, within the range of €500 thousand - 2 million, which is relatively lower.
Today, the cheapest investment is considered to be in the economic development of Estonia, the price of a residence permit is about € 64 thousand. As an alternative, Greece and Ireland also make favorable investment offers in the amount of € 300 thousand. Hungary is not far behind, for an investment of € 250 thousand in government bonds, Russians receive the right to live in Budapest for 5 years.
Since 2015, loyal migration conditions have made it possible to invest €250 thousand in the Maltese economy in monetary terms. This area is gaining its relevance among small and medium-sized entrepreneurs, as well as other persons with medium capital. The small state is located between Sicily and North Africa.
European citizenship in exchange for investment is an excellent option for relocation, but legalization through the purchase of real estate is not inferior. It is worth taking a closer look at Latvia, the Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Greece, and Portugal. Living conditions differ between them, but the cost of a residence permit in real estate equivalent is much lower than in Germany, Italy, and France.
Depending on the legislation of the country, additional requirements and periods of residence are established: to become a resident you need to live from 1 to 5 years; in some EU countries, a 10-year stay is even provided.
Other options for obtaining citizenship in Europe
You can stay abroad through study, after graduating from a university or language college. The Czech Republic offers the cheapest education; more and more students from the CIS countries remain in Prague, find work in their specialty and obtain citizenship. Germany is a center of high-quality and even free education in the field of IT, tourism, and medicine. There are two rules for applicants: knowledge of the German language and passing entrance exams. Young specialists from linguistic and tourism faculties go on long-term language courses to Spain. After which the likelihood of employment in a European company increases.
The EU has programs to attract highly qualified specialists who can subsequently apply for permanent residence. The approximate period of legalization is from 4 to 9 years.
It is possible to immigrate to another state on the basis of repatriation; here we mean the return home of residents or their close relatives. Most often, this concerns immigrants from Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland and Spain.
How to choose a country to obtain citizenship for a Russian
The issue of moving to a country with a high standard of living still remains relevant, and it is logical, because Russia occupies 62nd position in this ranking. The indicator does not inspire confidence, and even the overall economy is still in a mixed situation. This is what makes you think about moving or acquiring a second citizenship. But before choosing one country or another, you need to analyze the following characteristics:
- Assessing quality of life . Today the leaders are Denmark, Switzerland, Finland, Great Britain, Austria, Norway, Germany, with Africa and Asian countries taking the last place.
- Safety . There is an opinion “The smaller the country, the more order”, this is exactly the case if we take into account Singapore, Monaco, New Zealand, and the UAE. Here, for a Russian, it will seem like paradise, taking into account all the features of Russian society.
- Infrastructure . The condition of buildings, roads, access to water, home heating, telecommunication networks, the Internet - all this is important for a modern person. Even some Eurozone countries have problems with this.
- Traditions . Cultural heritage shapes the mentality: in the southern regions, people are much friendlier than in the northern part. But this does not mean a minus, perhaps a plus. Scandinavian countries are the most restrained in epithets and this is most likely a sign of respect for others.
- Legislation and taxes . Thanks to compliance with the laws, Europe, Canada, Japan, South Korea have achieved high economic development. Before immigrating, you should research the tax burden. Taxes in these countries are high, and there are also criteria for higher earnings with an increase in the tax rate.
- Nutrition . Moving affects many issues of everyday life and habits. It is worth preparing for the fact that there will be differences in food products. As for Europe, there is no shock in the supermarket. If we touch on the topic of moving to Southeast Asia, the Dominican Republic, Japan, or the Republic of China, then you need to be prepared to transform your needs.
- Education and work . Residents and those who have a residence permit can count on education with or without a grant in many prestigious universities. Regarding work, you need to be prepared for jobs of different profiles from narrow specialization to top managers. Countries with low taxation are considered for doing business.
- Conditions and terms for obtaining citizenship . Obtaining a passport will take much longer than settling in a new place. On average, the entire naturalization stage takes from 3 to 12 years.
Countries with very complex citizenship procedures
List of countries that do not want to accept new citizens:
- Austria
- Malta
- Sweden
- Denmark
Austria
Austria has a naturalization process. In order to become a full-fledged citizen of this country, you must live in Austria for 30 years. To reduce this period to 5 years, it is necessary to invest 2 million euros in the Austrian economy. And also renounce your citizenship.
Malta
In Malta the system will be simpler. To obtain citizenship, you must live in the country for 18 years after receiving a residence permit. However, there is a pleasant exception here. If you enter into a legal marriage with a citizen of Malta, you can get a passport after 5 years. At the same time, leaving the country is not prohibited.
Sweden
Sweden can be included in the list of “which countries DO NOT give citizenship at all.” The only possible option to obtain a residence permit is to have an extremely rare and in-demand profession. Only thanks to the professional skills that are needed for Sweden, you can become a full-fledged citizen in just 5 years.
Denmark
Another country where you do not need to renounce your citizenship is Denmark. Becoming a Danish citizen is quite difficult. There are only a few options: family reunification and refugee. Provided that you do not leave the state for 7 years.
Lots of information and options on how to obtain citizenship in another country. But one conclusion suggests itself. There is no one very simple and easy way. In any case, there will be red tape with papers and authorities. But you shouldn’t deny yourself your desires.