To the best of our current knowledge, the Sierra Leone GO-FOR-GOLD (GFG) Special Naturalisation Program is the first initiative of its kind in the world to combine legal innovation, economic participation, and digital transformation in the citizenship-by-investment space. Specifically, it:

A. Has been strategically designed and priced to fulfil its founding purpose - to create the practical conditions necessary to attract sustainable foreign direct investment (FDI) into Sierra Leone.

B. Includes a fully incorporated limited-liability company and corporate bank account for every approved applicant, both of which are activated immediately upon issuance of the Letter of Approval by the Chief Immigration Officer.

C. Introduces a “+1 Business Partner Incentive”, allowing a Main Applicant and a designated business partner to each participate at a reduced contribution of USD 85,000 per partner, encouraging genuine co-investment and long-term collaboration.

D. Productizes a “Citizenship by Exception” framework, operating under Section 27(a) of the Citizenship Act pending the forthcoming statutory amendments that will formalize the Special Naturalisation pathway in law.

E. Brings the entire application process online, incorporating AI-powered voice and chat agents that guide applicants and partners contextually throughout each stage of preparation and submission.

F. Provides fully customized and branded Official Partner portals and client-information systems, ensuring a unified global presentation and secure digital workflow.

G. Organizes regular official delegations to Sierra Leone, enabling new and intending citizens to meet senior government officials, explore investment opportunities, and experience first-hand the country’s position as a credible frontier economy for growth and innovation.

H. Allows participants to offset program fees through the purchase of up to 20 kg of physical gold bullion over five years at a 2 % discount to market, reinforcing the gold-backed foundation of the initiative.

Sierra Leone taxes are principally source-based. The page cites:

· Income Tax Act, 2000 (Sections 89–91) on source of income, foreign employment income exemption, and foreign tax credits;

· GST Act, 2009 (Section 99) on TINs;

Yes—via three GO-FOR-GOLD pathways to Citizenship (and thus a passport):

· Fast Track Naturalization (≈90 days) – requires contributing economically to Sierra Leone.

· Heritage Naturalization (≈60 days) – for those proving African ancestry by specified DNA test.

1. Modernization of Immigration Services (SLID systems, regional offices, integrated NINs).

2. Strengthening Global Standing (e.g., MoU with Belgium; potential travel facilitation).

3. Pathways with Investment Potential (discounted gold purchases).

4. Sovereign Wealth & Resources (gold/diamonds; intrinsic value beyond visa-free counts).

5. Lessons from Rwanda (narrative shift via resilience/investment).

6. Inclusivity & Diaspora Engagement (HNWI + ancestry).

· US $5,000 for up to 5 applicants

· US $10,000 for 6–10 applicants

The Legal Change of Name option is priced at USD 10,000 for the main applicant and USD1,000 for each accompanying family applicant..

The Tax Residency Certificate (TRC) package includes, in Year 1:

For subsequent years:

Under Sierra Leone’s Income Tax framework:

Tax residency is determined by statutory residence tests (including physical presence thresholds and other criteria).

A TRC holder who has no physical presence in Sierra Leone during the tax year and does not meet other residence criteria would generally not be considered tax resident under the standard statutory tests, and therefore would typically only be taxable on Sierra Leone-source income (if any).

Our reference to a “territorial effect” reflects the practical outcome for non-resident TRC holders who do not trigger statutory residence tests. It is not a blanket statutory exemption from worldwide taxation, and we do not represent it as such.

We do not provide artificial or fabricated residential documentation.

The program includes corporate substance (registered office, nominee director/shareholder where applicable) for company compliance purposes.

For the GO-FOR-GOLD Fast Track pathway:

The company incorporation included in the package covers:

From Year 2 onward:

French and Chinese nationalities do not create an issue under Sierra Leone law. Sierra Leone does not prohibit dual citizenship under this program. However, applicants are responsible for understanding the nationality laws of their existing countries (e.g., China’s position on dual nationality).

Regarding confidentiality:

Sierra Leone issues biometric-enabled (e-passport) travel documents. Under Sierra Leone Immigration procedures, biometric data capture - including fingerprints - forms part of the passport issuance framework. At present, however, as the Government undertakes a broader national upgrade of its biometric infrastructure, biometric data is not collected as part of the overseas passport issuance process. Biometric enrolment is currently conducted in-country only and is required for the issuance of National Identity Cards and Driver’s Licences. It is anticipated that, in due course, biometric data will again be required for passport issuance. When implemented, biometric enrolment is expected to be facilitated on behalf of the Government of Sierra Leone through a contracted global biometric services provider, offering international collection centres for the convenience of citizens worldwide.

Current passport validity is 5 years.

All applicants are subject to third-party due diligence. While the application includes a declaration of net assets exceeding USD 1 million, supporting documentation may be requested during the due diligence process.

Brokerage statements, bank statements, proof of account ownership, and professional investor certification (as you described) are typically appropriate forms of documentation to support source of wealth and source of funds.