Which reasons are there for a second citizenship?
Obtaining a second citizenship is a decision that requires careful consideration and is often taken by well-traveled individuals who closely monitor the international situation and may view it with concern. Seeking reliable advice from an official representative is a key principle in this process. The most common reasons for holding dual citizenship include:
– Better protection and significantly broader options for one’s family;
– Better protection for one’s assets, optimization of expenses and corporate structures;
– Better travel opportunities, often within regional blocs such as the EU, PALOP, and ECOWAS;
– Concerns regarding international crises, military service, and conscription.
Citizenship in São Tomé and Príncipe offers a fast, straightforward, and notably family-friendly solution. Applying for citizenship through the Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program is a quick process and grants all the rights (and obligations) of full citizenship in São Tomé and Príncipe. Citizenship can be applied for the entire family, is inheritable, and is 100% legal—under both German and São Tomé and Príncipe law.
Berlin-based ARGO Fys GmbH is your officially licensed contact in Germany for all questions and applications regarding citizenship under the Citizenship by Investment Program of São Tomé and Príncipe.




