Citizenship by Investment Due Diligence Checklist 2026

📅 February 25, 2026⏱ 6 min read✍️ CitizenshipByInvestmentPro

Preparing your citizenship by investment application requires gathering a significant number of documents. Being organized and prepared from the start accelerates processing and reduces the risk of delays. Use this checklist to ensure you have everything ready before submitting your application.

For more on this topic, see our citizenship by investment FAQ.

Identity Documents

Certified copy of all current passports. Certified copy of national identity card if applicable. Certified copy of birth certificate. Certified copy of marriage certificate or divorce decree if applicable. Certified copy of any legal name change documentation. All documents must be certified by a notary public and apostilled.

Financial Documents

Bank statements for the past 12 months from all accounts. Source of funds declaration explaining where the investment funds originated. Source of wealth declaration explaining how you accumulated your overall wealth. Corporate documents if funds originate from a business. Tax returns for the past three years. Investment account statements if applicable.

Background Documents

Police clearance certificate from your country of citizenship. Police clearance certificates from all countries where you have lived for six months or more in the past ten years. Court clearance certificates if required by the specific program. Professional reference letters from two or more established individuals such as lawyers, accountants, or bankers.

Professional History

Detailed curriculum vitae covering your full employment history. Corporate registry documents for any businesses you own or direct. Professional licenses if you work in a regulated industry. Any relevant professional association memberships. Documentation of any significant business transactions or investments that form part of your source of wealth narrative.