This page explains how FTB Mobility pricing works, what is typically included, what changes the total cost, and typical professional fee ranges to help you plan before requesting a written estimate.
People researching residency or citizenship by investment usually need one thing first: a realistic budget. The challenge is that the “total cost” is not one number—it’s a combination of professional fees, government fees, investment amounts, and third‑party costs (such as translations, medical exams, and due diligence).
This page explains how FTB Mobility pricing works, what is typically included, what changes the total cost, and typical professional fee ranges to help you plan before requesting a written estimate.
How much does FTB Mobility cost?
FTB Mobility professional fees typically range from USD $3,000 to $60,000+ depending on the country/program you choose, the number of applicants, and the complexity of your case (especially source of funds and document availability).
To avoid confusion, it helps to separate costs into three buckets:
- FTB Mobility professional fees (advisory, preparation, coordination, and case management)
- Government fees (application fees and official charges paid to the destination country/program unit)
- Third‑party and transaction costs (due diligence charges, medicals, police certificates, translations/notarisation, courier, and—where relevant—property/fund transaction costs)
Typical professional fee ranges (guidance only, not a quote)
| Engagement type | Typical professional fee range (USD) | What it covers (high level) |
| Initial consultation (single jurisdiction) | $250 – $900 | Suitability check, risk flags, next-step plan |
| Multi-country strategy advisory | $1,500 – $7,500 | Comparing programs, pathway recommendation, documentation plan |
| RBI end‑to‑end support (Residency by Investment) | $3,000 – $25,000+ | End‑to‑end case management for investor residency |
| CBI end‑to‑end support (Citizenship by Investment) | $10,000 – $60,000+ | End‑to‑end case management for investment citizenship |
| Corporate immigration & mobility support | $3,000 – $15,000/month (retainer) or project-based | Multi-employee and ongoing mobility management |
What you will receive before you proceed: a scope outline and fee structure confirmed in writing, so you can see what is included, what is excluded, and what costs are expected to be paid to third parties or government authorities.
How FTB Mobility fees are structured
FTB Mobility fees are generally structured around scope and responsibility, not “one price fits all.” In practice, pricing reflects:
- How many applicants are included (main applicant + dependants)
- Whether the engagement is advice-only or full execution
- The expected documentation workload and coordination effort
- The number of stakeholders involved (agents, developers, banks, local counsel, corporate HR teams)
For many clients, the clearest structure is an engagement that separates:
- strategy and feasibility, then
- application execution, then
- post‑approval steps (where relevant)
This keeps the work—and the fees—aligned to the stage you are in.
What’s included in FTB Mobility professional fees
Exact scope depends on the program and engagement type, but the following is commonly included in full-service matters.
Eligibility, planning, and program selection
- Assessment of eligibility against program rules and practical constraints
- Program shortlisting based on your timeline, family needs, and documentation profile
- Guidance on route selection (where a program offers multiple qualifying investment routes)
Document planning and application preparation
- A tailored document checklist for your household and program
- Guidance on assembling civil documents and supporting evidence
- Review for completeness and consistency (to reduce avoidable delays)
- Preparation support for application forms and required declarations (program-dependent)
Submission management and coordination
- Coordination of submissions and appointments where the program requires scheduling
- Timeline management, follow-ups, and status updates
- Coordination with third parties involved in the file (e.g., translators, notaries) as needed
Post‑approval steps (program-dependent)
- Practical guidance on next steps after approval (e.g., biometrics, issuance, collection)
- Renewal/extension guidance when included in the engagement scope
Common exclusions (paid separately unless explicitly included in writing)
- Government application fees and official charges
- Investment amounts (property purchase price, fund subscription, donation, etc.)
- Taxes, duties, or government levies connected to property or investments
- Third‑party costs (translations, notarisation, apostilles, medical exams, courier)
- Banking fees, wire fees, FX costs
- Litigation, appeals, or disputes (unless separately agreed)
What changes the total cost (the main price drivers)
If two people ask for “the same program,” their total cost can still differ significantly. The most common drivers are:
- RBI vs CBI: Citizenship cases typically involve more stringent documentation and due diligence readiness work than many residency filings.
- Number of applicants: Each dependant adds documentation, forms, and potential compliance checks.
- Source-of-funds complexity: Business owners, multi-jurisdiction income, asset sales, or older funds can increase evidence and explanation requirements.
- Document availability: Missing birth/marriage records, name inconsistencies, or older documents often require extra remediation steps.
- Time pressure: Urgent timelines can increase coordination intensity.
- Investment route mechanics: Real estate transactions or fund subscriptions can add stakeholders, deadlines, and additional documentation.
- Multi‑jurisdiction planning: If you want a structured plan that includes more than one potential destination or a staged mobility strategy, the advisory scope expands.
- Corporate requirements: Multiple employees, multiple jurisdictions, and ongoing compliance reporting often fit better under a retainer model.
FTB Mobility will confirm scope changes in writing if new requirements emerge or if you decide to change programs or add dependents.
Typical government and third‑party costs (separate from our fees)
Government and third‑party charges vary by program and are set by external parties—not by FTB Mobility. While amounts change over time and by family composition, the categories below are common.
Government fees (paid to authorities/program units)
- Application fees and processing fees
- Official issuance fees (program-dependent)
- Fees that scale with dependants (spouse, children, parents)
Third‑party costs (paid to service providers)
- Due diligence fees (commonly required in citizenship programs and sometimes in certain residency contexts)
- Medical exams and biometrics appointments (where required)
- Police certificates from relevant jurisdictions
- Translation, notarisation, apostille/legalisation
- Courier and certified document shipping
- Local professional services tied to an investment transaction (e.g., conveyancing), if your route requires it
Because requirements can change, you should always check the latest rules on official program sources (examples are linked further down on this page).
Residency by Investment (RBI) pricing
Residency by Investment (“RBI”) refers to residence permits or long-term residence pathways that can be obtained through qualifying investment or economic contribution routes, depending on the country.
Typical RBI professional fee range (guidance)
- Single applicant: USD $3,000 – $12,000
- Family applications: USD $6,000 – $25,000+
What RBI support commonly involves
- Selecting an appropriate residency route and confirming eligibility
- Planning a document pathway (including dependants)
- Preparation and coordination of forms and supporting evidence
- Submission logistics and timeline management
- Guidance on post‑approval steps and renewals where part of the scope
What commonly increases RBI fees
- Larger family groups or complex dependant eligibility
- Applicants with complex immigration history across multiple countries
- Investment routes with more moving parts (for example, property acquisition coordination)
- Missing or inconsistent civil documents that must be corrected before submission
Citizenship by Investment (CBI) pricing
Citizenship by Investment (“CBI”) refers to citizenship granted under an investment-based framework set by a sovereign state. These programs typically involve enhanced compliance expectations and more intensive due diligence readiness.
Typical CBI professional fee range (guidance)
- Single applicant: USD $10,000 – $25,000
- Family applications: USD $15,000 – $60,000+
What CBI support commonly involves
- Route selection (where programs offer multiple qualifying investment routes)
- Due diligence readiness planning and document consistency checks
- Assembly of application packages across all applicants
- Coordination of submission stages and response handling (if clarifications are requested)
- Guidance on post‑approval steps and issuance logistics (program-dependent)
What commonly increases CBI fees
- Complex source-of-funds profiles (multiple entities, multi‑country income, legacy assets)
- Adding dependants mid-process
- Tight timelines that require rapid document collection and verification
- Applicants with limited documentation history, frequent jurisdiction changes, or older records
Corporate immigration & mobility pricing
FTB Mobility also supports companies, founders, and global teams with immigration and mobility planning. Corporate work is often priced differently because the scope may include multiple employees, ongoing casework, and policy-level support.
Typical corporate engagement structures
- Project-based: suitable for a single relocation or a small batch of employees
- Monthly retainer: suitable for ongoing mobility support, multiple jurisdictions, or recurring cases
Typical corporate professional fee range (guidance)
- USD $3,000 – $15,000 per month (retainer), or a defined project fee depending on scope and jurisdictions
Corporate scope commonly includes timeline planning, document frameworks for repeatable onboarding, coordination with HR/legal stakeholders, and multi-employee case tracking.
Pricing transparency: what you can expect from a written estimate
When you request a written estimate, FTB Mobility typically provides:
- A clear scope of services (what we will do)
- A list of assumptions (what we’re relying on to price accurately)
- A list of exclusions (what is not included)
- A separation between:
- professional fees,
- expected government fees categories, and
- common third‑party costs categories
This is designed to make provider comparisons easier and reduce “surprise” costs later in the process.
FAQ
How much does FTB Mobility cost?
FTB Mobility professional fees typically range from USD $3,000 to $60,000+ depending on the program (RBI vs CBI), family size, and case complexity. Professional fees are separate from government fees, investment amounts, and third‑party costs like translations, medical exams, and due diligence. After a brief review of your target program(s) and family structure, FTB Mobility can provide a written estimate that defines scope and fees clearly.
What is RBI pricing?
RBI pricing refers to the professional fees and cost structure for Residency by Investment support. It generally covers advisory work, documentation planning, application preparation, and submission management. RBI pricing varies most by the number of applicants, document workload, and whether your route involves additional coordination steps such as an investment transaction.
What is CBI pricing?
CBI pricing refers to the professional fees and cost structure for Citizenship by Investment support. CBI matters often require heavier documentation planning, due diligence readiness work, and family-wide package assembly, which can increase professional fees versus many residency filings. Government fees, due diligence fees charged by authorities, and the investment amount are typically separate line items.
Are government fees included in FTB Mobility pricing?
Usually no. Government fees are official charges set by the destination country/program unit and vary by program and dependants. FTB Mobility separates professional fees from government fees so you can budget more accurately.
Do you charge a consultation fee?
Many initial consultations are priced as a fixed-scope professional service, especially when you need a program comparison or a detailed feasibility review. If a fee applies, it is confirmed before the call so you can decide whether to proceed.
Can the total fee change after I start the process?
It can change if the scope changes—for example, if you add spouse and dependents, switch programs, or new complexity is discovered in documentation or source-of-funds evidence. Any additional work and fees should be confirmed in writing before proceeding.
Do you offer corporate immigration pricing?
Yes. Corporate work is commonly structured as a project fee (for a defined relocation or a small batch of cases) or a monthly retainer (for ongoing mobility support across employees and jurisdictions). The best structure depends on case volume, timelines, and stakeholder needs.
How do I get a formal fee estimate?
Submit a request via https://ftb-mobility.com/contact/ with your target country/program (or your shortlist), family composition, nationality/residence history, a high-level source-of-funds overview, and your timeline. FTB Mobility will respond with a scope outline and a written estimate that separates professional fees from expected government and third‑party cost categories.
Get a written fee estimate
If you share your target jurisdiction (or shortlist), family structure, and timeline, FTB Mobility can provide a written estimate with a clear scope and transparent separation between professional fees, government fees, and third‑party costs.
