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El Salvador's Economic Citizenship

Economic Citizenship in El Salvador (also known as the Freedom Visa program) offers citizenship to qualified investors who make substantial economic contributions to El Salvador through Bitcoin or USDT investments.

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Discover Economic Citizenship in El Salvador

The Freedom Visa program in El Salvador provides a pathway to citizenship for established investors and entrepreneurs looking to contribute to El Salvador's economic growth and development. This program is designed to attract capital and support the country's adoption of Bitcoin as legal tender.

El Salvador
Mobility Asset Index Score
51.80%
Mobility Asset Type
Economic Citizenship
Official Name
El Salvador Freedom Visa Program
Launched in:
2000
Online Submission:
Yes
Residency Privileges
(in years)
36
Adjudication Time
(in months)
18
Minimum Stay Requirement
(in days)
365
In-Country Presence Requirement
(in months)
6

Overview

A Snapshot of Economic Citizenship in El Salvador

A fast-track to citizenship for qualified Bitcoin investors in El Salvador

Eligibility Requirements

Significant Bitcoin or USDT ownership

Anchor Ancestor restrictions

Months to citizenship

Length of Visa

Permanent (residency leading to citizenship)

Months to Visa

2-3 months for initial approval

Physical Presence Requirement

None

Availability

Difficult

Family Allowance

Spouse and children

Overview

How to Apply for the Freedom Visa Program in El Salvador

Submit application through the designated government agency or authorized representatives

Overview

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Document Preparation

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Application Submission

Once your documents are ready, we'll let you know where and how to submit your application to the relevant authorities.

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DOCUMENTS

Documents Needed for El Salvador - Economic Citizenship

Important Notes
• All documents must be original or certified copies
• Non-English documents require certified translations
• Documents must be apostilled where applicable
Personal Identification Documents
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Passport+Passport-sized photographs+State Issued ID+Biometrics

Vital Records Documents
Birth, marriage, and death certificates from applicant and ancestors

Birth certificate. Marriage certificate (if applicable)

Proof of Residence Documents
Evidence of current residence status

Proof of current address (utility bill, lease agreement, etc.) may be required

Criminal Clearance Documents
Background check documentation

Police clearance certificate from the country of origin

Financial Documents
Proof of payment and financial requirements

Proof of Investment: Bank statements or other documents verifying the investment

DOCUMENTS

Costs Associated with El Salvador - Economic Citizenship

Pre-Application Costs
Essential document preparation and verification costs

Birth certificates from government archives; Marriage certificates for family dependencies; Police clearance records from current and past residences

Certified translations into official language(s); Apostille certification; Government-issued document legalization

Diploma and transcript verification; Professional certification authentication; Credential evaluation services

Government Application Fees
Official fees charged by government authorities

Initial application submission fee; Processing and handling charges; Administrative review fees

$5,580

Fingerprint collection fee; Digital photograph requirements; Biometric data processing

Required medical examinations; Vaccination verification; Health certificate processing

Post-Submission Costs
Costs after submitting your application

Document verification fees; Background check processing; Application status updates

Consulate visit expenses; Interview travel costs; Temporary accommodation (if required)

Language proficiency testing; Skills assessment fees; Additional document requests

Professional Services
Optional external support services

Immigration lawyer consultation; Document review services; Legal representation fees

Tax planning consultation; Asset transfer advisory; Investment planning services

Relocation services; Property search assistance; Settlement support services

Post-Acceptance Costs
Costs after approval

Residency card processing; Passport issuance fees; Registration certificates

Oath ceremony fees; Registration charges; Local authority fees

Renewal fees; Status maintenance costs; Annual reporting fees

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