Countries that are chosen for immigration
Nearly two-thirds of Chinese with capital exceeding $1.6 million emigrated or are planning to move to another country, CNN news writes.
Here are the main overseas countries that are popular with Chinese.
USA
The United States is a favorite destination for many Chinese. Nearly 82 thousand people born in China, received permanent resident status in the U.S. in 2012. In 2011 the figure was even higher. Most of the Chinese in the United States appreciate higher education, living in relatively good environment and having no problems with drinking water.
Europe
Europe is becoming an increasingly popular trend among wealthy Chinese. For example, countries that are on the periphery of the continent, are attracting many investors.
The effects of the global financial crisis has forced some countries, such as Cyprus and Portugal, selling a residence permit to all comers for about $ 500 thousand. Greek visa is cheaper - investing in real estate $ 300 thousand, you can get a residence permit in the country for five years.
Canada
Canada has long been considered one of the best places for Chinese immigrants. Today, there are a large number of Chinese ethnic communities across the country.
Vancouver and Toronto are especially popular. At last count, Toronto is home to more than 280 thousand Chinese people (11.3 % of the urban population).
Australia
Australia has also launched a program that allows you to get a permanent residence on the continent. Anyone willing to invest large sums of money in the country can get involved.
Thus, despite the fact that the service is very expensive ($ 4.5 million) from the time of this application among 545 wanting to move to Australia, 91 % were Chinese.
Singapore
Singapore - is one of the richest places in Asia with a developed international business. The Chinese have become the largest ethnic group in the city (about 70%).
Hong Kong
The former British colony since 1997 is one of the special administrative regions of China. More than 90 % of the population are ethnic Chinese. China and Hong Kong are working closely, but people can not move freely. The Chinese, who live on the mainland, must file a request to visit or move to Hong Kong.
