The Henley Private Wealth Migration Report 2026 identifies Singapore, Italy, Switzerland, Greece, Hong Kong, New Zealand and Portugal among the jurisdictions attracting growing interest from internationally mobile high-net-worth individuals.
According to the report, wealthy travellers are increasingly diversifying where they live, invest and spend time, building what researchers describe as "sovereign portfolios."
“For much of the past century, governments could largely treat their wealthiest residents as a relatively fixed asset — rooted by businesses, family ties, and limited international mobility. That assumption is becoming increasingly outdated,” said Dr. Juerg Steffen, CEO of Henley & Partners.
The findings point to a broader shift in how affluent travellers approach international mobility. Rather than selecting a single destination for relocation, many are exploring multiple jurisdictions.
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Among the destinations highlighted in the report, Singapore ranked as one of the world's leading wealth hubs, supported by political stability, strong institutions and continued demand from wealthy individuals across Asia.
New Zealand also ranked highly, with the report citing recent reforms to its Active Investor Plus Visa Program, along with the country's reputation for stability, safety and quality of life.
In Europe, Italy emerged as one of the strongest performers.
The report also points to growing interest in Greece, Switzerland and Hong Kong, which were identified as destinations seeing renewed momentum among internationally mobile wealth.
The report suggests the trend extends beyond relocation planning and is increasingly influencing travel behaviour. More than 28% of applicants using Henley & Partners' residence and citizenship programs currently live outside their country of nationality, reflecting the increasingly global nature of affluent households.
“The wealthy individual of 2026 is no longer selecting a single country. They are constructing a portfolio of jurisdictions,” said Dr. Parag Khanna, Founder and CEO of AlphaGeo.
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For travel advisors specializing in luxury travel, the findings may offer insight into destinations that are attracting growing attention from affluent clients. Industry observers note that interest in residency, investment and lifestyle opportunities often begins with exploratory travel, extended stays and immersive destination experiences.
As affluent travellers continue seeking flexibility and global mobility, destinations that combine strong quality of life, stability and visitor appeal may be well positioned to benefit from both tourism and longer-term visitor interest.
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