The investment fund is just one of the options available to applicants to the Immigrant Investor Programme (IIP). The fund must be a private equity or venture capital fund. All investment by the fund must be made in Ireland. They must be in Irish registered companies which are not quoted on any stock exchange.

Here are some points to consider:

• The funds and fund managers are required to be regulated by the Central Bank to conduct business in Ireland.

• Fund managers who have an established record of managing regulated funds are eligible.

• The funds that are quoted on any stock exchange and represent equity stakes in an Irish registered company are not eligible.

• Funds are required to have a minimum target size of €20 million.

• You’re required to prove that you’re not going to take any loans to make this investment.

• You’re required to stay committed to the investment for at least three years.

• The investment is made after your application has been approved by the INIS

If you are interested in this option please contact us to discuss your options or for more information