Even if you can afford the multi-million dollar price tag, Austria's citizenship by investment program is incredibly selective.
Under Article 10, Section 6 of the Austrian Citizenship Act, the Austrian government is able to award citizenship to foreigners who show "extraordinary merit" and contribute significantly to the state's interests — either scientifically, culturally, or economically.
Unlike in other country's, applicants must invest directly into the Austrian economy. This can include setting up a business, creating jobs, or introducing new technologies, according to Austrian law experts.
The exact investment amount required for the award is not clear, but is estimated to be around $9.5 million, Forbes reports.
Good luck finding out who has successfully met the program's requirements, as applicants are legally considered official government secrets and therefore are not disclosed to any other country.