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Legal and tax residency in a country with low or no taxation (different from your citizenship country).
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Difference between Legal and Tax Residency

Getting a second residency is not the same as becoming a tax resident — and this is where many people get confused. Knowing the difference is essential to avoid surprise tax bills and to make sure your relocation plan works exactly as intended.
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What is Legal residency?

Legal residence refers to the place where a person establishes their permanent home and the center of their affairs, and gives you the right to live in a country.

Benefits

Freedom to Relocate

Legal residency gives you the right to live and work in another country, offering a practical way to relocate quickly for safety, opportunity, or lifestyle reasons. It removes immigration uncertainty and lets you build a life abroad without temporary visas or constant renewals.

Family Security

Residency programs typically cover your spouse, children, and sometimes parents. This means your entire family can enjoy the same rights, services, and education opportunities, ensuring long-term stability and togetherness in your new location.

Pathway to Citizenship

Many residency programs provide a clear path toward permanent residency or citizenship. This allows you to plan ahead, secure future mobility rights, and eventually gain full participation in the social, economic, and political life of your chosen country.

Access to Local Benefits

Being a legal resident unlocks access to local healthcare systems, education, financial services, and business opportunities. This integration can dramatically improve quality of life and make the new country a true second home.

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What is Tax residency?

Tax residency refers to where an individual pays taxes based on where they reside and do their work.

Benefits

Lower Tax Burden

Tax residency in the right country allows you to legally minimize your global tax bill. Territorial or low-tax regimes mean you keep more of your income and optimize how dividends, royalties, and capital gains are taxed.

Treaty Protection

Choosing a country with a strong tax treaty network can eliminate double taxation and reduce withholding on cross-border payments. This creates predictable outcomes for individuals and international businesses alike.

Compliance & Certainty

Having a clear tax residency position avoids disputes with multiple tax authorities. It gives you peace of mind that you are fully compliant, backed by proper documentation and legal frameworks.

Lifestyle Alignment

Tax residency planning lets you spend more time where you actually want to live without triggering unexpected tax liabilities. Your fiscal home matches your lifestyle rather than controlling it.

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How we help with getting a Legal Residency

Personalized Residency Strategy

We start by understanding your goals, family situation, and desired outcomes. This allows us to recommend the best country and residency program tailored to your budget, timeline, and future citizenship ambitions.

Program Comparison & Roadmap

Our team compares available programs on investment size, processing time, rights granted, and future upgrade options. We deliver a clear, actionable roadmap that outlines every step until your residency is approved.

End-to-End Support

We prepare and review all documents, coordinate with local partners, handle translations and legalizations, and guide you through biometrics or interviews. Our role is to make the process smooth and minimize risks of rejection.

Settlement Assistance

After approval, we assist with relocation logistics — opening bank accounts, registering addresses, obtaining local IDs, and arranging schooling or healthcare — so you can start using your residency right away.

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How we help with getting a Tax Residency

Current Situation Review

We analyze your existing tax exposure, income sources, and international obligations. This forms the baseline for choosing a new jurisdiction that reduces your tax bill while keeping you compliant.

Jurisdiction Selection

We shortlist countries with favorable tax regimes that match your personal and business needs. Key criteria include income tax rates, treaty networks, CFC rules, and lifestyle compatibility.

Implementation Plan

We design a step-by-step calendar for meeting physical presence requirements, registering as a tax resident, and documenting ties. Our process ensures your residency is legally defensible.

Ongoing Compliance

We provide guidance on filing obligations, renewal requirements, and law changes. Our team helps maintain your residency status and adjusts the plan as needed to protect your tax position long-term.

Countries

Our jurisdictions for Residency

Legal Residency

  • Spain

    Spain

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  • Portugal

    Portugal

    Secure property rights and NHR tax regime.

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  • Italy

    Italy

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  • France

    France

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  • Croatia

    Croatia

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  • Georgia

    Georgia

    Fast registration, special free-zone regimes, and small business tax incentives.

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  • United Arab Emirates

    United Arab Emirates

    0% corporate tax in select zones, global connectivity, excellent infrastructure (Free Zones)

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  • Panama

    Panama

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  • Paraguay

    Paraguay

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  • Georgia

    Georgia

    Fast registration, special free-zone regimes, and small business tax incentives.

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  • United Arab Emirates

    United Arab Emirates

    0% corporate tax in select zones, global connectivity, excellent infrastructure (Free Zones)

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