Citizenship by Investment in Richmond Hill
Citizenship by investment in Richmond Hill: CICC-licensed Toronto-area advisor guiding families through Caribbean CBI and European residency. Book a free call.
Fast Passport Boutique advises Richmond Hill families on citizenship by investment and residency abroad — from the first confidential conversation through to the day a second passport or residence card is in hand. We are a licensed advisory led by Jane Katkova, based a short drive away at 1110 Finch Ave West in North York, so families here get a genuinely local, regulated point of contact rather than a faceless overseas agent. If you are weighing a second citizenship for mobility, family security, your children’s education, or simply a considered plan B, this is where that conversation starts.
Citizenship by investment for Richmond Hill families
Richmond Hill is one of the GTA’s most international communities, and many of the households we speak with here already hold ties to two or three countries. As a second passport advisor serving Richmond Hill, our job is to match your family to the right program and then manage the whole process end to end — eligibility, due diligence, document preparation, filing and follow-through — discreetly and in plain English. We work across two broad options: Caribbean citizenship-by-investment programs that grant a full second passport, and European residency and golden-visa routes that grant the right to live in a European country. We do not push a particular country; we help you choose the one that fits.
Why a local, CICC-licensed advisor matters
Citizenship and residency applications involve sensitive financial and family information, so who you trust with them matters as much as the program itself. Fast Passport Boutique is a licensed member of the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC), Canada’s federal regulator — you are dealing with a regulated professional, not an unaccountable middleman. Being close by helps too: Richmond Hill clients can meet us in person at our North York office or work with us entirely online, whichever is easier. We serve the neighbouring communities on the same basis, including North York and Vaughan. To arrange a first conversation, contact our office.
Citizenship by investment routes at a glance
There is no single “best” program — only the one that fits your goals, budget and timeline. Here is a hedged overview of the routes we most often discuss with Richmond Hill clients:
| Route | What you get | Typical entry (as of 2026) | Indicative timeframe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caribbean citizenship (donation) | A full second passport | From approximately US$200,000, plus fees | Typically 4–9 months |
| Caribbean citizenship (real estate) | A second passport plus a property asset | From roughly US$200,000–$325,000+, plus costs | Typically 4–9 months |
| European residency / golden visa | The right to live in a European country, with citizenship possible over years by lawful residence | Varies widely by country and investment type | Varies by program |
A Caribbean passport can open up visa-free or visa-on-arrival travel to much of Europe’s Schengen Area and, for most programs, the United Kingdom — though the exact lists differ between countries and change over time, so we confirm current access before you commit. European “golden visa” routes grant residency, not an instant passport: EU citizenship comes only through lawful residence and naturalisation over a number of years. Program terms and thresholds change — we’ll confirm the current figures for your situation on a call.
Who a second citizenship or residency suits
Most of our Richmond Hill clients are not chasing a document for its own sake. A second citizenship or a Richmond Hill residency by investment plan is usually about widening options: smoother business and leisure travel, a secure base for the family if circumstances at home change, broader university choices and post-study work rights for children, and mobility that can pass to the next generation. Business owners tend to value the flexibility; parents value the security. Because a single application can often include a spouse, children and sometimes parents, many treat it as a household decision — our guide to family citizenship by investment sets out who can be included.
How we work with you
We begin with a free, confidential consultation to understand your goals, timeline and any constraints. From there we assess eligibility, run preliminary due diligence, and recommend the programs — Caribbean, European or a combination — that genuinely fit. Once you decide, we prepare and manage the full citizenship by investment application through to approval, keeping you informed at every stage. This page is general information, not legal or tax advice; for guidance specific to your circumstances we’ll bring in the right qualified professionals.
If you live in or around Richmond Hill and want a clear, honest read on your options, we would be glad to help. Speak with Jane Katkova and her team from our nearby North York office at 1110 Finch Ave West, or by phone on +1 (416) 661-4487 — book a free, confidential consultation and we’ll map the right route for your family.
Citizenship by Investment in Richmond Hill — your questions answered
Do you serve Richmond Hill?
Yes. We regularly work with families across Richmond Hill and the wider York Region on citizenship and residency by investment. Our office is a short drive away in North York, and we handle everything end to end, whether you prefer to meet in person or work with us remotely.
Where is your office?
We are at 1110 Finch Ave West, Unit 406, in North York (Toronto), a short drive from Richmond Hill. We do not keep a separate Richmond Hill storefront — we serve Richmond Hill clients from this nearby, established office, and many of our meetings happen by video in any case.
Can we meet in person or online?
Both. You are welcome to meet us in person at the North York office, or we can work entirely online by video call, phone or WhatsApp. Most families do a mix — an initial call to scope things out, then whichever format is most convenient as the application progresses.
Are you licensed and regulated?
Yes. Fast Passport Boutique is a licensed member of the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC), Canada's federal regulator for the profession. That means you are advised by a regulated professional. Note that this is general information, not legal or tax advice; we bring in qualified specialists where your situation calls for it.
How much does citizenship by investment cost for a Richmond Hill family?
As a guide, Caribbean donation routes start from approximately US$200,000 plus government and due diligence fees, while real-estate routes generally begin from roughly US$200,000 to US$325,000 or more before costs, with fees charged per family member. European residency routes vary widely. Thresholds change regularly, so we confirm current figures for your family size on a call.
How long does the process take?
Caribbean citizenship programs typically take around 4 to 9 months from filing to approval, depending on the country and how quickly documents come together. European residency timelines vary by program. Due diligence is a key driver of timing, and we give you a realistic schedule once we know which route fits.
What our clients say
Thank you for help with the spousal sponsorship process! It was so easy to communicate with Jane’s team. Highly recommended!
Thank you very much for your help with the visa process! Professionals work in their field. Ruslana, we thank you!
We used Jane Katkova & Associates to obtain a study/work visa for our son. From the very first contact we were impressed with her confidence and professionalism — superb, personal service.
Ready to secure your global future?
Book a free, confidential consultation with Jane Katkova and her team. We’ll map a personalized route to your second citizenship or residency.