The great exodus of the rich! This year 1.65 lakh millionaires will leave their country, UAE becomes the most preferred destination

New Delhi. The trend of millionaires leaving the country and settling in other countries is increasing rapidly all over the world. According to the latest report, a record 1.65 lakh millionaires are preparing to leave their country of origin and settle in other countries in the year 2026. This number is said to be breaking all records till now.

recently released Henley Private Wealth Migration Report 2026 It has been claimed that globally wealthy families are now migrating not only to save taxes but also for reasons like security, political stability, better lifestyle and investment protection.

Migration of the rich increased three times in a decade

According to the report, there has been a continuous increase in migration of millionaires.

• 2026 (estimate): 1.65 lakh millionaires will change the country.
• 2025: 1.42 lakh millionaires migrated.
• 2024: 1.34 lakh millionaires settled in other countries.
• 2013: This number was only 51 thousand.

That means, in the last decade, there has been a more than three-fold increase in the international migration of the rich.

UAE becomes the first choice of the world’s rich

Now the most attractive destination for the world’s richest people, reports show United Arab Emirates It has been made. The country’s wealth mobility score has been recorded at 85.3, which is the highest globally.

A large number of investors and industrialists are moving to UAE due to low taxes, modern infrastructure, safe business environment and high standard of living.

Demand for second citizenship from America is also increasing

according to the report United States The wealth mobility score of is 62.3. Interestingly, the demand for acquiring second citizenship is increasing rapidly among the affluent citizens of America.

About half of the applications coming from the US are for European countries, while about one-quarter of the applications are being made for settlement in Latin America and the Caribbean.

Shock to many developed countries including Britain

The effect of migration of the rich is also visible on developed countries. United Kingdom At present, it is one of the major countries in the world from where a large number of wealthy citizens are moving out.

The report shows that almost half of the applications to move out of the UK are from British citizens themselves, who are moving to other countries in search of better economic and tax opportunities.

Why are the Indian rich looking for another destination?

The report puts India’s wealth mobility score at 56.5. According to analysts, there are many reasons behind the Indian rich going abroad, mainly-

• control of limited groups on capital
• Complex and relatively strict tax system
• global education for children
• international trade expansion
• Long-term estate and succession planning

Are included.

Foreign residence or second citizenship is no longer just a matter of prestige, but has become an important part of wealth management and global business strategy.

Investor interest increased in Europe

The popularity of European countries is also increasing among wealthy investors. Portugal, Italy And Netherlands Investment and residency programs remain major attractions.

There itself, spain After the Golden Visa program was discontinued by the US and regulations were tightened in Portugal Greece Has got direct benefit from it. A large number of investors are now looking for investment and residence options in Greece.

The direction of global wealth is changing

Experts believe that increasing geopolitical uncertainty in the world, changes in tax policies and increasing expectations regarding the quality of life have given new impetus to the migration of the rich. This trend may accelerate further in the coming years, which may lead to major changes in the global economy and investment map.