Golden Visa and Investor Visa: New statistics on global millionaire migration in 2025

The new 2025 millionaire migration statistics clearly show: Capital is mobile, and it is seeking the most attractive locations worldwide. Countries like the United Arab Emirates, the USA, and Italy are experiencing strong increases in wealthy immigrants. In contrast, countries like the United Kingdom, China, and Germany are losing wealthy residents. This movement is not merely a marginal issue—it is an early warning signal for economic development . Because where capital goes, talent, innovation, and new ecosystems usually follow.

For entrepreneurs and investors in Germany, this means that confidence in the country is declining. The decline of just 400 millionaires may seem small, but it demonstrates a clear trend. Those with wealth and freedom of choice are more likely to leave Germany when tax burdens, bureaucracy, and political uncertainty increase. This also indirectly affects small and medium-sized businesses and skilled workers who depend on investment and stable conditions.

What entrepreneurs and professionals can learn from this

Statistics show that economic stability, simple rules, and freedom are crucial for investment decisions. Entrepreneurs who operate internationally or want to attract talent from abroad to Germany must prepare for an increasingly tough environment . Lengthy visa and residence permit procedures, increasing requirements, and growing pressure from a shortage of skilled workers are exacerbating the situation.

This sends an important message to foreign skilled workers and their potential employers: Anyone wishing to work or invest in Germany should secure legal and strategic support early on. While capital and talent can move countries, companies and employees are more dependent on clear structures and planning security . This is precisely where VISAGUARD comes in – by setting the right legal course and helping to overcome hurdles in migration and labor law early on.

Clarity instead of chaos – how companies remain future-proof

The message from the millionaire statistics and for Golden Visas is clear: If you want to be successful, you have to shape your own playing field. This applies not only to investors, but also to entrepreneurs who want to hire international specialists or expand their business in Germany. Structures, transparency, and legal certainty are the foundation for ensuring that capital, talent, and innovation do not migrate, but rather find a future here.

Germany is at a tipping point . The loss of trust among the wealthy should not be underestimated. Entrepreneurs or professionals who nevertheless rely on Germany need a clear strategy to overcome the existing hurdles. With VISAGUARD, we create the framework for this: from legally sound advice on residence and employment law to support with the international deployment of skilled workers. Because in the end, it's not just where you live or work that counts, but whether you have the freedom to truly take advantage of opportunities.