Top 20 Residency & Global Mobility Advisory Firms 2024

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 an increasingly important role within the global wealth management ecosystem. As geopolitical uncertainty, tax diversification, and international mobility planning become priorities for wealthy individuals, specialized advisory firms now assist clients in navigating complex residency-by-investment and citizenship-by-investment programs offered by governments around the world.

These advisory firms provide strategic guidance on immigration planning, investment structuring, government application processes, and cross-border relocation strategies. Their services often extend beyond immigration advisory to include broader wealth planning considerations such as tax residency, asset protection, and international mobility strategies.

The Ranking News Top Residency & Global Mobility Advisory Firms 2024 ranking recognizes advisory institutions whose regulatory expertise, government relationships, and international client networks position them among the leading firms within the global investment migration industry.

Market Overview

The global investment migration industry continued expanding in 2024 as wealthy individuals increasingly pursued geographic diversification and greater international mobility. Residency-by-investment programs across Europe remained particularly popular, offering access to the Schengen Area and long-term residency rights for investors and their families.

Citizenship-by-investment programs in the Caribbean and other jurisdictions also continued attracting interest from investors seeking enhanced travel freedom and global diversification.

Specialized advisory firms play a crucial role in guiding clients through these programs. Their services typically include immigration strategy development, investment structuring, government application management, and compliance advisory.

London, Dubai, and Hong Kong remain key global hubs for residency and citizenship advisory firms. Meanwhile, Lisbon and other European cities have emerged as important centers for residency-by-investment advisory services.

As governments introduce stricter due diligence procedures and compliance standards, advisory firms with strong regulatory expertise and government relationships continue to gain prominence within the investment migration industry.

Industry Trend — 2024

Demand for residency and citizenship planning remained strong in 2024 as wealthy individuals continued prioritizing geographic diversification and global mobility.

Investment migration programs have increasingly attracted entrepreneurs, investors, and family offices seeking flexible residency rights and travel access across multiple jurisdictions. European residency programs remained particularly attractive due to their access to the Schengen Area and long-term settlement opportunities.

At the same time, governments strengthened regulatory oversight of citizenship-by-investment programs, introducing stricter due diligence procedures and compliance frameworks. These developments have increased the importance of experienced advisory firms capable of navigating complex regulatory environments.

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

The industry remains highly relationship-driven, with firms differentiating themselves through government partnerships, regulatory expertise, 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 2024 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 is widely regarded as 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 maintains 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 emerging 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 planning.

Arton Capital works closely with governments and international partners to structure and promote investment migration programs. Its advisory services include immigration strategy development, investment structuring, and 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 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. CS Global Partners continues to expand its international advisory network and influence within the 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 within the investment migration industry for its legal expertise and cross-border advisory capabilities.

Globevisa Group

• Headquarters: Singapore
• Founded: 2002

Globevisa Group is an international immigration advisory firm with a strong presence across Asia and the Middle East. The firm provides residency and citizenship advisory services to individuals seeking global mobility solutions.

Globevisa has developed extensive relationships with governments and international partners offering investment migration programs. Its expanding global client base has helped establish the firm as a major player within the global mobility advisory industry.

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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 migration initiatives.

Apex Capital Partners works closely with governments and regulatory authorities to structure and promote investment migration programs. Its advisory services include program selection guidance, investment structuring, and application management. The firm has built a strong reputation within the industry through its experience with Caribbean 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 strategies.

Astons Global has built a strong presence in both the Middle Eastern and European markets, advising clients on residency programs across multiple jurisdictions. Its services include immigration strategy design, investment structuring, and government application management.

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.

Bayat Legal Services works with international partners and government authorities to guide clients through complex immigration procedures and regulatory frameworks. The firm has developed a strong reputation within the Middle Eastern investment migration sector and continues to serve an expanding 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 platform includes program selection guidance, investment planning, and application management. Global Citizen Solutions has gained increasing visibility within the European residency advisory market as demand for global mobility solutions continues to grow.

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 a presence within the investment migration sector through its focus 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 reputation within the European residency 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 geographic diversification.

Latitude Consultancy assists clients in identifying suitable investment migration programs and managing application processes. The firm has become increasingly active within the European investment migration advisory sector.

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 global 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 industry.

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 international tax diversification strategies.

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

RIF Trust

• Headquarters: Dubai, UAE
• Founded: 2013

RIF Trust is an investment migration advisory firm specializing in citizenship-by-investment and residency-by-investment solutions. The firm provides advisory services for high-net-worth individuals seeking international mobility opportunities.

Its services include program selection guidance, investment structuring, and application management. RIF Trust has expanded its international presence and continues strengthening its role within the global investment migration industry.

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Tier III — Boutique Private Banks

(Alphabetical order)

• Citizenship Invest
• Get Golden Visa
• Global Expat
• Premier Consultancy
• Savory & Partners

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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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