Savory & Partners, a global advisory firm specialising in citizenship and residency planning, says it is expanding its presence in Africa as it targets rising demand among high-net-worth individuals for cross-border mobility and wealth diversification solutions.
The firm, which operates across more than 20 jurisdictions, is increasing its focus on citizenship-by-investment and residency-by-investment programmes, as African wealth holders seek greater flexibility in where they live, invest and structure their assets.
CBI and RBI schemes, often referred to as “golden visa” programmes, allow individuals to obtain residency or citizenship rights through qualifying investments in selected countries.
Savory & Partners said demand from African clients is being driven by a growing preference for international diversification, with investors increasingly seeking access to multiple jurisdictions as part of long-term financial planning.
The firm highlighted residency programmes in countries including Portugal, Greece, Spain and the United Arab Emirates, which provide access to residency rights through investment routes. These, it said, are being used by investors to gain entry to international financial systems, real estate markets and potential citizenship pathways.
It also pointed to citizenship-by-investment programmes in Caribbean jurisdictions, which offer second passports and visa-free travel benefits, describing them as tools for mobility and risk mitigation in an uncertain global environment.
Founder and Chief Executive of Savory & Partners, Jeremy Savory, said there has been a “clear shift” in how African wealth is being structured, with investors increasingly prioritising global access alongside traditional domestic investments.
He said high-net-worth individuals are now viewing mobility as a core component of wealth preservation and long-term planning, rather than a secondary consideration.
The firm said its services extend beyond citizenship and residency applications to include due diligence, programme selection, application processing and post-approval support, such as offshore banking and business establishment services.
It added that it is also integrating wealth advisory services with mobility planning, enabling clients to structure diversified portfolios across multiple jurisdictions while maintaining access to liquidity and global investment opportunities.
Luke Coupe, director of wealth management at the firm, said the approach is designed to align mobility with broader financial strategy, helping clients optimise capital allocation while expanding access to global markets.
Savory & Partners said family inclusion remains a key component of its offering, allowing clients to extend citizenship or residency benefits to spouses and dependants as part of long-term legacy planning.
The firm’s expansion comes amid what it describes as rising interest in global mobility solutions among Africa’s affluent class, as cross-border financial planning becomes an increasingly prominent feature of wealth management strategies.
