Top 20 Residency & Global Mobility Advisory Firms 2023

This report forms part of the Ranking News Private Wealth series, which evaluates independent advisory and investment institutions and family offices across global wealth management markets.

Residency and citizenship advisory firms continue to play a significant role within the global wealth advisory ecosystem. As international mobility, tax diversification, and geopolitical risk management become increasingly important for wealthy individuals, specialized advisory firms have emerged to guide clients through complex residency-by-investment and citizenship-by-investment programs.

These advisory firms assist clients in navigating immigration frameworks offered by governments seeking to attract foreign investment and talent. Their services typically include immigration strategy design, legal coordination, government application management, and investment structuring.

The Ranking News Top Residency & Global Mobility Advisory Firms 2023 ranking recognizes institutions whose expertise and international networks position them among the leading advisory platforms within the global investment migration industry.

Market Overview

The global investment migration industry continued expanding in 2023 as wealthy individuals increasingly pursued geographic diversification and international mobility. Residency-by-investment programs in Europe and citizenship-by-investment programs in the Caribbean remained among the most sought-after options for investors seeking enhanced travel freedom and geopolitical diversification.

Advisory firms specializing in global mobility play an essential role in guiding clients through these programs. Their services typically involve immigration advisory, investment structuring, due diligence coordination, and government application management.

London, Dubai, and Hong Kong remain major hubs for investment migration advisory firms, reflecting the global nature of wealth mobility planning. Meanwhile, European residency programs—particularly those in Portugal, Greece, and Malta—continue attracting international investors.

As regulatory scrutiny increases across the sector, advisory firms with strong government relationships and compliance expertise have become increasingly important within the investment migration ecosystem.

Industry Trend — 2023

Global demand for residency and citizenship planning continued rising in 2023 as wealthy individuals sought geographic diversification and greater international mobility.

Investment migration programs increasingly attracted entrepreneurs, investors, and family offices seeking flexible residency rights and travel access across multiple jurisdictions. European residency programs remained particularly popular due to their access to the Schengen Area.

At the same time, governments strengthened due diligence procedures to ensure transparency and regulatory compliance within investment migration programs. This development has increased the importance of experienced advisory firms capable of navigating evolving regulatory frameworks.

Dubai continued strengthening its position as a major hub for investment migration advisory firms, reflecting the UAE’s growing role within global wealth relocation trends.

The industry remains relationship-driven, with firms differentiating themselves through regulatory expertise, government partnerships, and international client networks.

Methodology — Core Eligibility Criteria

To ensure structural consistency within this category, institutions included in the ranking were evaluated based on the following criteria:

• Specializes in residency-by-investment or citizenship-by-investment advisory
• Maintains an international client base
• Provides structured immigration advisory services
• Demonstrates established industry presence
• Maintains active engagement with government programs

General immigration consultancies without significant investment migration activity were excluded.

Methodology — Ranking Factors

Firms were evaluated based on qualitative industry factors including:

• Institutional reputation within the investment migration sector
• Breadth of residency and citizenship program coverage
• Government relationships and regulatory expertise
• International client base
• Operational track record and industry presence

Tier classifications reflect relative institutional positioning within the global investment migration advisory industry.

The Ranking News Top Residency & Global Mobility Advisory Firms 2023 ranking reviewed approximately 30 global advisory firms, from which 20 institutions were selected.

Tier classifications reflect relative institutional positioning rather than investment performance.

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Tier I — Leading Global Mobility Advisory Firms

Henley & Partners

• Headquarters: London, United Kingdom
• Founded: 1997

Henley & Partners remains one of the most prominent firms specializing in residence and citizenship advisory. The firm operates a global advisory network assisting high-net-worth individuals in navigating investment migration opportunities across multiple jurisdictions.

Henley & Partners has developed long-standing relationships with governments and policymakers involved in investment migration programs. Its advisory services span citizenship and residency initiatives across Europe, the Caribbean, and other international markets.

Arton Capital

• Headquarters: Montreal, Canada
• Founded: 2006

Arton Capital is an international advisory firm specializing in global citizenship and residency solutions for high-net-worth individuals. The firm operates through a global network providing advisory services related to investment migration and international mobility.

Arton Capital works with governments and international partners to structure citizenship-by-investment and residency-by-investment programs. Its advisory services include immigration strategy development, investment structuring, and government application management.

CS Global Partners

• Headquarters: London, United Kingdom
• Founded: 2012

CS Global Partners is a London-based advisory firm specializing in citizenship-by-investment programs and global mobility advisory services. The firm works closely with governments and international partners to support investment migration initiatives.

Its advisory platform focuses on high-net-worth individuals seeking alternative citizenship and residency opportunities. The firm has become an increasingly visible participant within the global investment migration sector.

Harvey Law Group

• Headquarters: Hong Kong
• Founded: 1992

Harvey Law Group is an international law firm specializing in immigration law and investment migration advisory services. The firm provides legal and strategic guidance to individuals and families pursuing residency or citizenship opportunities through investment programs.

With offices across Asia and other international markets, Harvey Law Group has built a strong reputation for its legal expertise and cross-border advisory capabilities.

Savory & Partners

• Headquarters: Dubai, UAE
• Founded: 2010

Savory & Partners is an international advisory firm specializing in citizenship-by-investment and residency-by-investment solutions. The firm assists high-net-worth individuals seeking global mobility opportunities through investment migration programs.

Its advisory services include immigration strategy development, government program advisory, and application management. Savory & Partners has developed a strong international client base and growing relationships with governments offering investment migration programs.

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Tier II — Established Advisory Firms

(Alphabetical order)

Apex Capital Partners

• Headquarters: Toronto, Canada
• Founded: 1991

Apex Capital Partners is a long-established advisory firm specializing in citizenship-by-investment and residency-by-investment programs. The firm provides advisory services to high-net-worth individuals seeking global mobility and international diversification through government investment programs.

Apex Capital Partners works with governments and regulatory authorities to structure and promote investment migration initiatives. Its advisory platform includes program selection guidance, investment structuring, and application management. Over time, the firm has developed a strong reputation within the investment migration industry through its experience in citizenship programs and its broad international client network.

Astons Global

• Headquarters: Dubai, UAE
• Founded: 1989

Astons Global is an international advisory firm specializing in residency and citizenship planning for high-net-worth individuals and entrepreneurs. The firm provides advisory services related to investment migration programs, international relocation planning, and cross-border mobility solutions.

Astons Global has developed a strong presence in the Middle East and European markets, advising clients on residency programs across multiple jurisdictions. Its services include immigration strategy design, government application management, and investment planning related to global mobility initiatives.

Bayat Legal Services

• Headquarters: Dubai, UAE
• Founded: 1993

Bayat Legal Services is a UAE-based advisory firm specializing in immigration law and global mobility services. The firm provides legal and strategic advisory services to individuals and families seeking residency or citizenship through investment migration programs.

The firm works with international partners and government authorities to assist clients navigating complex immigration procedures. Bayat Legal Services has built a strong reputation within the Middle Eastern investment migration sector and continues to expand its international client base.

Global Citizen Solutions

• Headquarters: Lisbon, Portugal
• Founded: 2016

Global Citizen Solutions is a Lisbon-based advisory firm specializing in residency-by-investment and citizenship advisory services. The firm assists high-net-worth individuals in navigating international investment migration programs across Europe and other jurisdictions.

Its advisory services include program selection guidance, investment strategy planning, and application management. Global Citizen Solutions has gained increasing visibility within the European residency advisory market as global demand for mobility solutions continues to expand.

KCS (Kunal Sen Consulting)

• Headquarters: London, United Kingdom
• Founded: 2013

KCS is a London-based advisory firm specializing in residency and citizenship advisory services for international clients. The firm assists individuals and families pursuing investment migration opportunities across multiple jurisdictions.

Its services include immigration strategy development, government program advisory, and application support. KCS has established itself within the investment migration sector by focusing on personalized advisory services and cross-border mobility planning.

La Vida Golden Visas

• Headquarters: London, United Kingdom
• Founded: 2002

La Vida Golden Visas is a UK-based advisory firm specializing in residency-by-investment programs across Europe and other jurisdictions. The firm provides advisory services for high-net-worth individuals seeking international mobility through investor visa programs.

Its services include residency program guidance, investment structuring advice, and application support. La Vida Golden Visas has developed a strong presence within the European investment migration advisory market.

Latitude Consultancy

• Headquarters: London, United Kingdom
• Founded: 2017

Latitude Consultancy is a London-based advisory firm specializing in residence-by-investment and citizenship-by-investment advisory services. The firm provides guidance to high-net-worth individuals seeking international mobility and global residency diversification.

Latitude Consultancy works closely with clients to identify suitable investment migration programs and manage application processes. Its growing presence within the European investment migration sector reflects increasing demand for specialized residency advisory services.

Migrate World

• Headquarters: Dubai, UAE
• Founded: 2007

Migrate World is a Dubai-based advisory firm specializing in citizenship and residency planning for international clients. The firm provides strategic guidance to individuals pursuing mobility through investment migration programs.

Its advisory services include government program selection, application management, and cross-border relocation planning. Migrate World continues expanding its international advisory footprint within the investment migration sector.

Nomad Capitalist

• Headquarters: Miami, United States
• Founded: 2012

Nomad Capitalist is a global advisory firm focused on international mobility, offshore structuring, and citizenship planning for entrepreneurs and high-net-worth individuals. The firm provides advisory services related to residency, citizenship, and global tax diversification strategies.

Its advisory model integrates immigration advisory with broader international wealth planning strategies. Nomad Capitalist has built a strong global client base through its mobility planning expertise.

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Tier III — Boutique Private Banks

(Alphabetical order)

• Citizenship Invest
• Get Golden Visa
• Golden Gate Global
• Premier Consultancy
• RIF Trust

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Remarks

Residency and global mobility advisory firms have become an increasingly visible component of the international wealth advisory ecosystem. These firms assist high-net-worth individuals and families in navigating residency-by-investment and citizenship-by-investment programs offered by governments seeking to attract global capital and talent.

The advisory institutions recognized in this ranking represent firms whose expertise, regulatory experience, and international client networks continue to maintain relevance within the global investment migration industry. Tier classifications reflect relative institutional positioning within the advisory sector rather than the approval rates or outcomes of individual immigration applications.

Tier classification reflects relative institutional scale, advisory platform maturity, and engagement with the private wealth ecosystem. The ranking does not constitute a performance evaluation or recommendation of investment services.

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