Many Americans Look South for ‘Plan B’ Citizenship
Summary
Many Americans are seeking second citizenship or residency in other countries as a backup plan due to concerns about political and economic uncertainty in the U.S. Some pursue citizenship through their ancestry, while others use investment programs in places like the Caribbean and soon South America to get a “Plan B” passport or residency permit.Key Facts
- Since late 2024, more Americans have applied for citizenship in countries like Canada, Ireland, and Luxembourg based on ancestry rules.
- Citizenship-by-descent is usually cheaper and more straightforward than buying citizenship or residency.
- Some countries have tightened ancestry rules, so Americans without this option turn to “golden visas” or citizenship-by-investment programs.
- Immigrant Invest, a company that helps with citizenship by investment, reports Americans are its largest client group in 2026, including middle-class professionals, not just the very wealthy.
- People seek these options mainly as a safety net against political and economic instability under President Trump’s administration.
- Caribbean countries like Grenada, St Kitts and Nevis, as well as Türkiye and Sao Tome and Principe, are popular for citizenship-by-investment. Argentina may soon join this list.
- Many Americans described their reasons for seeking second citizenship as protection from political issues, including concerns over the treatment of LGBTQ+ people and immigration policies.
- “Golden visas” give residency in exchange for investment, while citizenship-by-investment grants full nationality but often requires a larger investment.
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