Business & investor visas
Sammarinese Elective residence (investment)
A long-term residence for foreign nationals who make a qualifying property or financial investment in San Marino.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
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The specific minimum property/financial investment amounts for elective residence are not stated on the English esteri.sm page and must be confirmed with the authority.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official San Marino government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Residenza elettiva (elective residence)
- Route type
- Investment-based long-term residence
- Conversion
- Becomes registered residence after 10 years
- Restrictions
- No public-sector work; no state benefits
Who it is for
- Foreign nationals making a property or financial investment in San Marino
- Those seeking a long-term base without public-sector employment
Requirements
- A qualifying property or financial investment
- Acceptance of the restrictions on public employment and state benefits
What you can do
- Reside long-term in San Marino
- Convert to registered residence, with full rights, after 10 years
How to apply
- Confirm the current investment thresholds and documents with the authority
- Apply through the Gendarmerie's Foreigners' Office / Secretariat of State for Foreign Affairs
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.