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The Digest:

For many Nigerians seeking stability and opportunity abroad, the promise of a new passport represents more than travel; it’s a chance to redefine home. A growing number of countries offer streamlined citizenship through investment or ancestry, creating viable routes for relocation beyond traditional visas.

Key Points:
  • Dominica: Citizenship-by-investment programme with no residency requirement, offering visa-free access to 140+ countries.
  • Ireland: Clear path for those with Irish ancestry, granting full EU rights and no language test for descent applicants.
  • Turkey: Fast-track citizenship through real estate investment ($400k minimum), with no need to renounce other nationalities.
  • Portugal: Golden Visa residency leads to citizenship after 5 years, requiring a basic language test for the EU passport.
  • Vanuatu: One of the world’s fastest programmes, citizenship in as little as two months via financial contribution.
  • Italy: Citizenship by descent for those with Italian parents or grandparents, offering full EU rights and dual nationality.
These pathways reflect a global shift where citizenship is increasingly accessible through financial means or heritage, offering alternatives to those seeking security, mobility, and a fresh start beyond Nigeria’s shores.

Sources: Nigerian Tribune