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United Arab Emirates

United Arab Emirates

Region: Asia

Family Visa - Dependent Children
United Arab Emirates flagUnited Arab Emirates

Family Visa - Dependent Children

Residence visa for children of UAE resident. Valid for dependent children (under 18 for sons, up to 25 in some cases, unlimited for unmarried daughters).

Duration1 to 3 years
Time14-28 days
Estimated CostFree
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Family Visa - Parents
United Arab Emirates flagUnited Arab Emirates

Family Visa - Parents

Residence visa for parents of UAE resident. Sponsor must prove sole financial support and parents have no other means of support.

Duration1 year
Time14-28 days
Estimated CostFree
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Family Visa - Spouse Sponsorship
United Arab Emirates flagUnited Arab Emirates

Family Visa - Spouse Sponsorship

Residence visa for spouse of UAE resident. Requires valid marriage certificate and sponsor's residence visa. Valid 1-3 years depending on sponsor.

Duration1 to 3 years
Time14-28 days
Estimated CostFree
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Retirement Visa - 5 Years
United Arab Emirates flagUnited Arab Emirates

Retirement Visa - 5 Years

PR Pathway Available

Long-term residency for retirees aged 55+. Requires minimum financial resources (property, investments, or income). Valid 5 years, renewable.

Duration5 years
Time28-42 days
Estimated CostFree
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Albania

Albania

Region: Europe

Long-Stay Visa Type D (Family Reunion)
Albania flagAlbania

Long-Stay Visa Type D (Family Reunion)

PR Pathway Available

Visa for non-EU/EEA citizens with family members legally residing in Albania. Allows reunification with spouse, children, or other close relatives. Valid for one year, renewable, with path to residence permit and permanent residency.

Duration1 year
Time15-30 days
Estimated Cost120 EUR
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Long-Stay Visa Type D (Pensioner/Retirement)
Albania flagAlbania

Long-Stay Visa Type D (Pensioner/Retirement)

PR Pathway Available

Long-stay visa for retired foreign nationals with stable pension income. Requires minimum annual pension of EUR 11,600. Valid initially for 1 year, renewable to 2 years, then 5 years, and up to 10 years, leading to permanent residency and citizenship eligibility.

Duration1 year
Time15-30 days
Estimated Cost120 EUR
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Andorra

Andorra

Region: Europe

Artist, Athlete, and Scientist Residence Permit
Andorra flagAndorra

Artist, Athlete, and Scientist Residence Permit

PR Pathway Available

Specialized passive residency for recognized artists, professional athletes, and scientists with international credentials. Requires proof of international recognition through awards, titles, or published works.

Duration2 years
Time28-56 days
Estimated Cost3000 EUR
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Family Reunification Residence Permit
Andorra flagAndorra

Family Reunification Residence Permit

PR Pathway Available

Permits for family members of Andorran citizens or active residents to reunify. Eligible family includes spouses, dependent children, adult disabled children, and elderly dependents (65+). Requires sponsor's income proof.

Duration1 to 10 years
Time28-56 days
Estimated CostFree
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Passive Residency Without Investment
Andorra flagAndorra

Passive Residency Without Investment

PR Pathway Available

Residency for individuals with external income requiring 90 days annual residency. Requires proof of income at 300% minimum wage and €47,500 deposit. No mandatory investment required. Access to Andorra's favorable tax system.

Duration2 years
Time42-84 days
Estimated CostFree
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Angola

Angola

Region: Africa

Courtesy Visa
Angola flagAngola

Courtesy Visa

For ordinary passport holders on official visits. Granted by Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Free of charge with 30-90 day duration.

Duration30 to 90 days
Time5-10 days
Estimated CostFree
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Diplomatic Visa
Angola flagAngola

Diplomatic Visa

For diplomatic passport holders on official diplomatic visits. Granted by Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Free of charge, valid for 30-90 days.

Duration30 to 90 days
Time5-10 days
Estimated CostFree
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Official Visa
Angola flagAngola

Official Visa

For official passport holders on official government business. Granted by Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Free of charge with 30-90 day duration.

Duration30 to 90 days
Time5-10 days
Estimated CostFree
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Residence Visa
Angola flagAngola

Residence Visa

PR Pathway Available

For foreign nationals intending to establish residence in Angola. Allows 120 days stay on arrival, renewable for equal periods. Can convert to permanent residency after 10 years.

Duration120 days
Time30-60 days
Estimated Cost200 USD
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Temporary Stay Visa
Angola flagAngola

Temporary Stay Visa

For humanitarian reasons, religious missions, scientific research, or as family member of visa holder. Allows up to 365 days renewable for specified purpose duration.

DurationUp to 1 year
Time30-60 days
Estimated Cost100 USD
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Argentina

Argentina

Region: South America

Family Reunification Visa
Argentina flagArgentina

Family Reunification Visa

PR Pathway Available

Visa for spouse, children, and parents of Argentine citizens or permanent residents. Valid 2-3 years, renewable, eligible for permanent residency.

Duration2 to 3 years
Time14-28 days
Estimated Cost250 USD
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MERCOSUR Visa
Argentina flagArgentina

MERCOSUR Visa

PR Pathway Available

Temporary residency for nationals of MERCOSUR and associate countries (Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay, Chile, Bolivia). Valid 2 years, eligible for permanent residency after 2 years.

Duration2 years
Time7-14 days
Estimated CostFree
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Pensionista Visa (Retirement/Pension-Based)
Argentina flagArgentina

Pensionista Visa (Retirement/Pension-Based)

PR Pathway Available

Temporary residency for retirees receiving government, international, or private pensions. Valid 1 year, renewable up to 3 years, then eligible for permanent residency.

Duration1 year
Time14-28 days
Estimated CostFree
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Permanent Residency (DNI Permanente)
Argentina flagArgentina

Permanent Residency (DNI Permanente)

Permanent residence status after completing temporary residency requirements. No time limit. Full work rights and access to services.

DurationIndefinite
Time120-180 days
Estimated Cost300 USD
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Armenia

Armenia

Region: Asia

Armenian Citizenship by Descent
Armenia flagArmenia

Armenian Citizenship by Descent

Armenian citizenship pathway for ethnic Armenians and their family members. No language test or residency requirement for Armenian origin applicants.

DurationIndefinite
Time30-60 days
Estimated CostFree
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Armenian Citizenship by Marriage
Armenia flagArmenia

Armenian Citizenship by Marriage

Citizenship pathway for spouses of Armenian citizens. Requires 2 years of registered marriage and 1 year of residence in Armenia, or a common child under 18.

DurationIndefinite
Time30-60 days
Estimated CostFree
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Family Reunification Residence Permit
Armenia flagArmenia

Family Reunification Residence Permit

PR Pathway Available

Temporary residence permit for spouses and family members of Armenian citizens, permanent residents, or special passport holders. No financial dependency proof required.

Duration1 year
Time30 days
Estimated CostFree
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Permanent Residency - Family
Armenia flagArmenia

Permanent Residency - Family

PR Pathway Available

Permanent residence permit for family members of Armenian citizens or special passport holders with 3+ years of lawful residence. Requires stable housing and proof of residence duration.

Duration5 years
Time30-45 days
Estimated CostFree
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Special Residency - Armenian Diaspora
Armenia flagArmenia
Limited

Special Residency - Armenian Diaspora

PR Pathway Available

Special 10-year residency permit for ethnic Armenians born abroad. Grants special Armenian passport and extensive rights. Program ending August 1, 2026 - no new applications after that date.

Duration10 years
Time30-60 days
Estimated CostFree
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Special Residency - Cultural/Economic Contributors
Armenia flagArmenia
Limited

Special Residency - Cultural/Economic Contributors

PR Pathway Available

Special 10-year residency for distinguished foreigners involved in significant economic or cultural activities in Armenia. Issued discretionary by Prime Minister. Program ending August 1, 2026.

Duration10 years
TimeVaries
Estimated CostFree
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