Top countries that accept crypto for golden visas
From fast Caribbean passports to EU golden visas, crypto-funded migration paths are becoming a real option for wealthy digital asset holders in 2025.
Countries including Vanuatu, Portugal, El Salvador, Dominica and Saint Lucia now offer legal residency or citizenship in exchange for crypto-funded investments. Bitcoin, Ether and stablecoins are increasingly accepted—either directly or via licensed agents—giving digital asset holders new options for global mobility.
Vanuatu offers one of the fastest second passports, processed in under two months. Applicants donate at least $130,000, and crypto can be used through licensed intermediaries
Caribbean nations Dominica and Saint Lucia also allow crypto to be converted into fiat by agents, with donations starting from $200,000. Both programmes are remote and include family members.
Portugal’s golden visa now favours investment funds over property, with some allowing crypto-converted fiat and exposure to blockchain assets. Applicants need only minimal stays, and the path to citizenship may extend from five to ten years. Tax conditions remain favourable, especially for long-term crypto gains.
El Salvador leads with its Freedom Visa, accepting a direct $1-million investment in Bitcoin or USDT for citizenship. The programme, limited to 1,000 applicants yearly, is fully crypto-native and offers fast-track approval.
With rising interest in crypto migration, more governments may soon follow suit.
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