Anastasia Agafonova El Salvador citizenship by investment
El Salvador is the first country in the world to grant citizenship by investment in cryptocurrency.
Investors obtain an El Salvador passport as a safe haven in a warm country and to enjoy greater freedom of travel.
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Processing time, no visit required
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Capital gains tax, including on cryptocurrency
Investors have been able to obtain El Salvador citizenship by investment since December 2023. Applicants make a
Each year, only 1,000 investors can acquire El Salvador citizenship under this program.
Family members are granted citizenship together with the main applicant: the application may include a spouse and minor children.
El Salvador allows dual citizenship. Foreigners are not required to renounce their first passport unless the laws of their home country demand it.
7 benefits of El Salvador citizenship by investment
Freedom of travel
Fast process
Tax optimisation
Safe haven in a warm climate
Dual citizenship
Status for the whole family
Legalised Bitcoin
157 visa-free countries with El Salvador passport
Licensed agent
Passportivity is an authorised representative of the El Salvador Citizenship by Investment Program.
A government licence from El Salvador is proof of Passportivity’s legal team’s professionalism and a guarantee of success for your case. With us, you can be confident in transparency, legality, and security at every step on the way to your new citizenship.
Guide to obtaining El Salvador citizenship
Step-by-step procedure- Requirements for applicants
- Answers to frequently asked questions
Requirements to apply for El Salvador citizenship
Over 18 years old
No criminal record
Not under OFAC sanctions
In an official marriage or cohabitation
Up to 17 years old
Investment options for obtaining El Salvador citizenship
Calculate the cost for El Salvador citizenship for your family
Key documents to apply for El Salvador citizenship
- National passport or ID
- Residence permit or second citizenship of other countries, if applicable
- Driver’s licence
- Birth certificate
- Police clearance certificate
- Utility bill
Selfie‑style photo- Proof of funds for investment
- Child’s birth certificate, if applicable
- Marriage certificate, if applicable
How to obtain El Salvador citizenship: step‑by‑step process
Preliminary check
A Passportivity compliance specialist reviews the investor’s sources of income and verifies that they are not listed under sanctions. The procedure is confidential and requires only a copy of the passport.
This check helps identify potential obstacles to obtaining citizenship and prepare for them in advance — for example, by collecting additional documents.
Document preparation
Lawyers assist in preparing the documents for submission: they forward them to an accredited translator and notarise the copies.
Application registration
Lawyers submit the application, and the investor pays the registration fee.
Due Diligence
The General Directorate of Migration and Foreigners of El Salvador verifies whether the investor is listed under sanctions and examines the sources of the cryptocurrency.
During the process, officials may request additional documents — lawyers help the investor promptly prepare and submit them.
Investment payment
The applicant transfers the investment amount to the program account, minus the registration fee.
Biometric submission
The investor and their family provide biometrics by appointment at one of the centres in El Salvador, the USA, or Spain.
Obtaining an El Salvador passport 🔥
Passports are issued on the same day as biometric submission.
Why clients choose us
Licensed agent
We are entitled to act on behalf of investors and operate strictly in accordance with the provisions of the Special Law on Migration and Foreigners of 25 April 2019 and its regulations.
Deep expertise
With over 11 years of experience in investment immigration and financial planning, we are equipped to handle even the most complex client needs.
Personalised approach
We create detailed,
Support at every stage
From your first consultation through to the issuance of your residence permit or passport, our legal team supports you every step of the way.
Additional services
We obtain a tax number, conclude a lease agreement, or apostille documents — we handle additional requests upon demand.
Flexible communication and 24/7 availability
Meet us in person or online, whatever suits you best.
We respond to enquiries within two hours. Your case is handled by a dedicated lawyer who is always in touch.
From idea to citizenship — guided by experts
For over 10 years, we've been helping clients navigate the path to citizenship and residency. Our approach combines
Frequently asked questions
Yes. El Salvador grants citizenship to investors who make a
The main investment amount of $1,000,000 already includes the registration fee. Beyond that, the investor covers the services of an accredited translator and travels to one of the biometric submission centres. These costs are calculated individually.
On average, investors receive El Salvador passports within two months. The process may take longer if the General Directorate of Migration and Foreigners requests additional documents.
No residency is required. Investors do not need to visit El Salvador either before or after obtaining the passport.
Foreigners become tax residents if they spend at least 200 days in El Salvador during a calendar year. Income tax is progressive from 0 to 30%, and corporate tax is set at 30%.
Investors are taxed only on income earned in El Salvador; foreign income is exempt. The country also has no property tax and no capital gains tax.
Yes. Citizens of El Salvador may hold two or more passports. Investors are not required to renounce their first passport.
The passport is valid for six years. To renew it, one must apply to the General Directorate of Immigration of El Salvador.
A family of four spends about $2,500 per month excluding rent. A single person needs about $700 for monthly expenses, according to Numbeo.
Investors do not need to learn Spanish to acquire El Salvador citizenship. However, Spanish is useful for everyday life in the country, as most locals speak little to no English outside tourist areas.
El Salvador was once known for street crime and gang activity, but over the past two years safety levels have significantly improved, and crime rates have dropped. Nevertheless, the US State Department advises travellers to move in groups and stay on main streets.
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