How to get work abroad

1. Pick countries with active investor or founder visa programs.
2. Build a strong business plan or investment portfolio with proof of funds.
3. Get clean source-of-funds records — banks and visa officers check them.
4. Secure endorsement or approval from the country's business or investment agency.
5. Apply for the investor or founder visa with all documents.
6. Move, register your company, and make the required investment.

Your path to permanent residency

1. Land on an investor or founder visa and start operating.
2. Keep your investment in place for the required years, often three to five.
3. Meet stay rules — some countries need only a few weeks total.
4. Show your business or investment is real, active, and growing.
5. Apply for permanent residency once time and investment conditions are met.
6. Citizenship often follows a few years after permanent residency.

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