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Global Mobility Services

  • ✓Global mobility services help individuals, families, and companies plan and execute cross-border moves—covering immigration pathways, documentation, investments (where required), and the practical steps needed to establish lawful residence or citizenship in a new jurisdiction.
  • ✓FTB Mobility supports a broad portfolio of government-approved mobility programs across multiple regions, serving both private clients and corporate mobility needs—so you can choose a solution that fits your goals, timeline, and long-term plan.

What are global mobility services?

Global mobility services bring structure to international relocation and settlement. Instead of treating immigration as a one-off application, mobility planning looks at where you want to live, how you’ll qualify, what you need to maintain status, and how family, business, and assets fit into the move.

At FTB Mobility, we combine immigration strategy with end-to-end coordination—so you’re not left managing multiple stakeholders, conflicting timelines, and country-specific compliance requirements on your own.

Who we support

  • Individuals and families

    - Clients seeking second residency or long-term relocation options</br> - Clients pursuing citizenship pathways where eligible</br> - Families relocating for education and quality-of-life priorities</br> - Investors aligning mobility with property or broader portfolio planning</br> - International families needing multi-jurisdiction coordination

  • Companies

    - Employee relocations for executives, specialists, and key staff</br> - Cross-border hiring requiring immigration pathway planning</br> - Expansion into new markets with multi-country mobility needs</br> - HR and legal teams seeking a structured, trackable process

Our global mobility services

1) Residency by Investment (RBI) advisory

What it is: Guidance on residence pathways that may involve investment, property, business activity, or economic contribution—depending on the selected country jurisdiction.
Who it’s for: Individuals and families seeking lawful residence, a second base, or a long-term relocation path.

What’s included:

  • Eligibility assessment and pathway fit
  • Country/program comparison based on timeline, family needs, and risk tolerance
  • Document strategy and readiness plan
  • Application preparation and submission coordination
  • Spouse & Dependent planning 
  • Post-approval steps and renewal/compliance reminders (as applicable)

2) Citizenship by Investment (CBI) advisory

What it is: Support for eligible citizenship programs that grant nationality following approved investment/contribution and successful due diligence.
Who it’s for: Clients seeking expanded travel access, long-term optionality, and a second citizenship strategy.

What’s included:

  • Program fit analysis (benefits, limitations, and obligations)
  • Due diligence preparation and risk review
  • Document collection, certification/legalization guidance
  • Application preparation and submission coordination
  • Investment execution coordination (as required by the program)
  • Post-approval guidance (passport/registration steps where applicable)
  • Spouse & Dependent planning

3) Corporate immigration & employee mobility

What it is: Immigration coordination for companies relocating talent or hiring internationally, aligned with internal HR/legal workflows.
Who it’s for: Employers moving executives, key staff, or specialist hires across borders.

What’s included:

  • Case intake and mobility planning support
  • Role-based eligibility review and pathway options
  • Document lists for employees and dependents
  • Stakeholder coordination (HR, employee, local partners)
  • Timeline planning for start dates and business continuity
  • Status maintenance and renewal tracking (where applicable)

4) Mobility support for founders, investors, and business expansion

What it is: Strategy for clients expanding internationally—where immigration status, presence requirements, and business setup timelines need to align.
Who it’s for: Founders, entrepreneurs, and investors planning cross-border operations.

What’s included:

  • Jurisdiction shortlisting aligned with business goals
  • Immigration pathway mapping for founders and key personnel
  • Family inclusion planning (where relevant)
  • Documentation and submission coordination
  • Guidance on practical relocation sequencing (what to do first, second, third)
  • Introductions to vetted third-party professionals when needed (e.g., corporate services, tax specialists)

5) End-to-end application processing management (documents, filings, coordination)

What it is: Structured case management from first checklist to submission and post-approval steps—so nothing critical is missed.
Who it’s for: Clients who want a managed process across multiple stakeholders and deadlines.

What’s included:

  • Master document checklist and timeline tracker
  • Guidance on notarization, apostille/legalization (where required)
  • Form preparation and application packaging
  • Submission coordination and follow-ups (where permitted)
  • Interview/biometrics readiness (if required)
  • Ongoing status updates and next-step planning

6) Investment pathway coordination (funds flow and execution support)

What it is: Coordination of investment-linked requirements that often sit alongside immigration approvals—banking, transfers, escrow, and proof of source of funds.
Who it’s for: RBI/CBI clients who must complete an investment or contribution as part of the legal pathway.

What’s included:

  • Investment requirement checklist aligned with the program rules
  • Funds-flow planning support (sequence, documentation expectations)
  • Source-of-funds documentation guidance (program-specific)
  • Coordination with banks/escrow/authorized parties where applicable
  • Deadline management tied to government processing steps
  • Record-keeping guidance for compliance and renewals (if applicable)

7) Property-linked mobility options (where relevant)

What it is: Support for clients choosing real-estate-related investment routes where a program allows property as a qualifying option.
Who it’s for: Clients who want immigration outcomes aligned with a real asset strategy.

What’s included:

  • Program compatibility check (what qualifies—and what doesn’t)
  • Coordination on reservation/contract timelines (where applicable)
  • Document alignment between property transaction and immigration file
  • Liaison with approved developers/projects when relevant
  • Practical relocation considerations (utilities, local onboarding, etc.)
  • Exit/hold-period awareness (where program rules apply)

Note: Property eligibility rules vary significantly by jurisdiction and may change. We confirm current requirements during your assessment.

8) Cross-border tax and compliance coordination (non-tax advice)

What it is: Mobility planning often has tax and compliance implications. We coordinate with qualified professionals to help align status, presence requirements, and reporting timelines.
Who it’s for: Clients relocating with complex income, multiple residencies, or business interests.

What’s included:

  • Identification of common tax/compliance touchpoints in the relocation plan
  • Coordination with your existing tax advisors (or referrals upon request)
  • Presence-day planning considerations (where relevant)
  • Document readiness support (e.g., proof of address, banking, local registrations)
  • Renewal/compliance calendar planning (as applicable)

FTB Mobility does not provide tax advice. Depending on the jurisdiction, we help ensure your mobility plan is coordinated with qualified tax and legal professionals.

9) Family relocation support (dependents, education, continuity)

What it is: A mobility strategy is only complete if it works for the entire household—residency rights, schooling, and practical onboarding.
Who it’s for: Families relocating for education, safety, lifestyle, or long-term planning.

What’s included:

  • Dependent eligibility planning (spouse/children/parents where permitted)
  • Schooling and private education coordination support (where requested)
  • Document planning for minors and family members
  • Sequencing guidance (who applies first; travel planning considerations)
  • Post-approval steps (cards, registrations, renewals—where applicable)

10) Thailand immigration services (dedicated practice)

What it is: Thailand is a distinct market with specific pathways, documentation standards, and renewal practices. We offer a dedicated Thailand-focused service line.
Who it’s for: Clients and families planning a Thailand base, as well as companies relocating staff to Thailand.

What’s included:

  • Pathway and eligibility assessment for Thailand immigration & visa options
  • Professional advisory and processing of: Thailand Privilege Visa, Thailand Elite, Thailand LTR, Thailand Long Term visa, Thailand Retirement Visa, Thailand residency visa, Thailand by descendent visa, Thailand DTV visa, and more.
  • Document planning and local process guidance
  • Application preparation and submission coordination (where permitted)
  • Renewal and status maintenance planning (where applicable)
  • Local Legal services for business legal services, property law services, civil law services for expatriates
  • Practical real estate coordination support (banking, local onboarding—based on scope)

Countries we support

FTB Mobility supports UHNWI and high networth clients across a wide range of jurisdictions and mobility pathways. Because investment immigration program availability and requirements can change, we confirm the most current options during your assessment.</br> Caribbean</br> Commonly sought for citizenship and residence-linked options (program-dependent). Examples may include select jurisdictions within the Caribbeans such as St. Kitts & Nevis, Dominica, Antigua & Barbuda, St. Lucia, and Grenada.</br> Europe</br> Support for a range of European residence pathways (investment-linked and non-investment, depending on country rules), including family residence planning and longer-term settlement strategies. Such countries with a residency by investment program are Cyprus, France, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Malta, Monaco, Portugal, and Spain.</br> Asia-Pacific</br> Including Thailand via a dedicated practice for FTB Mobility. Additionally, we offer Asia-Pacific mobility options such as Vanuatu DSP, Vanuatu CIIP, and Nauru citizenship by investment program. </br> North America</br> Mobility planning for North America-based pathways where relevant to investor, founder, and corporate relocation needs (country-specific). We offer immigration program services for the United States E-2 and EB5 visa programs.</br> Latin America</br> Residence options in select Latin American jurisdictions often used for second residency planning and lifestyle relocations (pathway-dependent).</br> Middle East / Africa</br> Select jurisdictions may be supported depending on client needs and current program availability. FTB Mobility offers the Middle-East residency programs such as the UAE Golden Visa, the UAE wealthy individual visa, and all Residency Programs to Mauritius or South Africa.</br></br> Not sure where to start? We’ll shortlist the most relevant countries based on your goals, risk profile, timeline, and family situation.

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How the process works

Discovery call

goals, constraints, timeline, family needs, corporate requirements (if applicable)

Shortlist options

2–4 pathways mapped to your priorities

Document plan

checklist, sequencing, certification/legalization guidance

File preparation

forms, supporting evidence, due diligence readiness

Submission & coordination

manage milestones and updates (where permitted)

Approval & execution

complete final steps (investment/property steps if required)

Post-approval support

renewals, compliance, dependent updates (as applicable)

What’s included in a mobility engagement

Initial goals/constraints assessment (timeline, family needs, travel, long-term plan)

Eligibility review and risk flagging (program fit, due diligence readiness)

Country/program shortlist with clear tradeoffs

End-to-end document checklist and readiness plan

Application preparation and submission coordination

Coordination of government or authorized third-party steps (where permitted)

Investment and/or property coordination support (when applicable)

Dependent inclusion planning (where program rules allow)

Post-approval steps (cards/certificates, local registrations as applicable)

Renewal and compliance reminders (where ongoing obligations exist)

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Frequently Asked Questions

GENERAL QUESTIONS

1)

What to look for in a global mobility partner

A strong mobility partner should help you make decisions with clarity—not just process paperwork.

  • Breadth of options: so you’re not forced into a single country that doesn’t fit your real goals
  • Individual + corporate capability: many firms do one or the other; mobility often needs both
  • End-to-end coordination: investments, property, banking, and documentation often overlap
  • Longevity and process discipline: mobility outcomes depend on precision and compliance
  • Regional fluency: especially for East–West planning and Asia-based clients
  • Specialized verticals: certain jurisdictions (such as Thailand) require dedicated expertise

FTB Mobility is built around these requirements—combining immigration expertise, program options integrated with client-managed delivery.

2)

What are global mobility services?

Global mobility services cover the planning and execution of international moves, including immigration pathways, documentation, compliance, and—where required—investment or property coordination.

3)

What’s the difference between Residency by Investment (RBI) and Citizenship by Investment (CBI)?

RBI provides residence status (the right to live in a country) under qualifying criteria. CBI provides citizenship/nationality, typically with different benefits and a different level of due diligence and legal obligation. The exact rules depend on the country.

4)

How do I choose between residency and citizenship pathways?

It depends on your objectives (time horizon, family inclusion, travel needs, tax planning coordination, and whether you want a “base” vs. a second nationality). We typically start with a goals-based shortlist and then validate eligibility.

5)

Do you work with companies moving employees internationally?

Yes. We support corporate immigration and employee mobility planning, including stakeholder coordination between HR/legal and the relocating employee.

6)

What documents are usually required?

Most pathways require identity documents, civil status records (birth/marriage), police clearances, proof of address, and financial/source-of-funds evidence. Requirements vary by country and RCBI pathway.

7)

How long does the process take?

Timelines vary significantly by jurisdiction, pathway, and personal circumstances (including documentation readiness and due diligence steps). We provide an estimated timeline after reviewing your profile and target options.

8)

Can my spouse and children be included?

Many residency and citizenship pathways allow dependents, but eligibility rules differ by program (age limits, student status, parental inclusion, etc.). We confirm dependent eligibility during assessment.

9)

What costs should I expect?

Costs typically include government fees, legal/service fees, required investments or contributions (if applicable), due diligence fees, translations, certification/legalization, and third-party costs. We outline cost components clearly once a RCBI pathway is selected.

10)

Do you provide tax advice?

Yes, depending on jurisdiction. We coordinate mobility planning with qualified tax and legal professionals and can work alongside your existing advisors.

11)

Do you support Thailand immigration?

Yes. FTB Mobility offers a dedicated Thailand immigration and visa service line.

12)

Which countries do you support?

We support clients across multiple regions, including the Caribbean, Europe, Asia-Pacific (including Thailand, Hong Kong, Singapore), North America, Latin America, and select Middle East/Africa jurisdictions—depending on the RCBI pathway availability and client eligibility fit.

13)

What happens if program rules change during my case?

Program rules can change. We monitor critical updates and adjust strategy where possible—such as switching pathway options, updating documentation, or re-sequencing steps—based on the rules in effect and your specific situation.

14)

How do we start with FTB Mobility?

Start with a mobility assessment. We’ll review your goals and constraints, confirm eligibility, and propose a shortlist of routes with clear next steps.

15)

Talk to our team

Whether you’re planning a family move, building a second residency strategy, preparing an exit strategy, or relocating employees, we’ll help you choose a path that fits—and help manage the process end to end.

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