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Financial audit & tax planning
Certified audit reports prepared by approved Chartered Accountants, plus tax returns, wealth statements and tax planning for individuals, freelancers, businesses and overseas Pakistanis.
Fly for Future · Citizenship · Immigration · Tax
Global citizenship, planned like a financial audit.
GCA21 is an SECP-registered consultancy in Lahore that handles immigration, audit, tax, legal and financing work under one roof. Choose your country and program online, pay the PKR 10,000 assessment fee, and get a written verdict before you spend on an embassy application.
Assessment fee PKR 10,000. Every later fee is quoted in writing first.
- Turkey
- Caribbean
- USA
- Canada
- UK
- Australia
- UAE
- Saudi Arabia
Client pathways
What do you want to achieve?
Pick the outcome closest to your goal. You will see the routes we assess first and what we do in the first week.
Apply online
Start your assessment.
Choose your country, program and category, tell us about your profile, and see your readiness score. Pay the PKR 10,000 fee to unlock your full result. Program and service fees are never charged until you have received them in writing.
Services
Ten service lines, one file on your case.
Your audit, tax, immigration, legal and financing work sits with one team, so the numbers in your application match the numbers in your accounts.
Second passport
Citizenship by investment
Program selection, source-of-funds preparation, application and aftercare for the routes that grant citizenship, including dual nationality and 2nd passport cases.
Residency & work
Immigration & visa services
Skilled-migration petitions, Golden Visa applications, student and job seeker visas, with evidence files built around each country's published criteria.
Journeys
Travel & tours
Itineraries, visas, flights and hotels for religious travel, destination weddings and conference delegations, planned for groups and families.
Property & law
Legal consultancy & property transfer
Title checks, valuation and transfer support for property in Pakistan and abroad, with legal opinions issued by licensed advocates on our panel.
Funding
Banking & financial services
Loan files prepared and presented to partner banks. Islamic (Shariah-compliant) financing, mortgage and auto finance are available through lenders we introduce.
Europe
Schengen visa services
Eligibility assessment, appointment booking, document checklist, cover letter, itinerary, travel insurance, financial structuring and refusal reapplication strategy for all 29 Schengen countries.
Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait
Gulf employment
Recruitment coordination, visa processing and pre-departure documentation for jobs with verified employers across the Gulf.
Business & digital
Software, company formation and franchise
ERP systems, mobile apps and websites for your business, offshore company formation, franchise and joint venture introductions, and architecture for commercial and residential buildings.
Education & skills
Study abroad, language training and publications
Admissions guidance and student visa filing for the UK, USA, Canada, Australia and Europe, English test preparation, and support to publish in HEC-approved and international journals for talent visas.
Citizenship & residency by country
Five regions, each with its own rules.
Some countries grant citizenship, some grant long-term residency, and some grant neither for investment. We tell you which before you spend anything.
Turkey · Citizenship
Citizenship by investment under Turkish Citizenship Law No. 5901
A qualifying investment can lead to Turkish citizenship for the applicant, a spouse and children under 18. Property is the most common route because the valuation and title steps are well defined.
Indicative entry pointUSD 400,000Real estate, held for 3 years
Qualifying routes
- Real estate of at least USD 400,000 with a title-deed annotation
- Fixed capital investment of at least USD 500,000
- Bank deposit of at least USD 500,000 held for 3 years
- Government bonds of at least USD 500,000 held for 3 years
What we check
- Licensed valuation report for the property
- Currency conversion certificates and source of funds
- Whether Pakistan accepts dual nationality with Turkey for your case
Caribbean · Citizenship
Five programs, one decision about access, cost and speed
Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, Saint Kitts and Nevis and Saint Lucia each grant citizenship in return for a government contribution or approved real estate. Visa-free access differs between the five passports, so we compare them against your travel pattern.
Indicative entry pointUSD 100,000 to 250,000Indicative range across the five programs. Processing is typically 4 to 6 months.
Qualifying routes
- Contribution to a national development fund
- Approved real estate, held for a minimum period
- Enterprise or business routes where a country offers them
What we check
- Visa-free access compared across all five passports
- Due diligence and source-of-funds file
- Submission through licensed or authorised agents
- Whether Pakistan accepts dual nationality with your chosen country
Official source: Antigua and Barbuda CIP
United States · Green card
No citizenship by investment, but several routes to permanent residence
The EB-5 investor green card can lead to naturalisation once residency requirements are met. Professionals with strong records can self-petition through EB-2 NIW or EB-1A without investing.
EB-5 investment levelsUSD 800,000Targeted employment area. USD 1,050,000 elsewhere.
Routes we assess
- EB-5 immigrant investor green card
- EB-2 National Interest Waiver (self-petition)
- EB-1A extraordinary ability
- F-1 student route for younger applicants
What we check
- Lawful source and path of investment funds
- Job creation evidence and project structure
- Priority date and visa bulletin position for Pakistan-born applicants
Canada · Permanent residence
Canada does not sell citizenship, and its skills routes reward preparation
Permanent residence runs through points-based and nomination programs. A strong file depends on language scores, assessed credentials and proof of funds, all of which we prepare before you enter the pool.
Investment routeNonePermanent residence is awarded on skills, study, work or family ties.
Routes we assess
- Express Entry (federal skilled pool)
- Provincial Nominee Programs
- Study permit, then work permit, then permanent residence
- C10 open work permit (Significant Benefit Worker) and C11 (Entrepreneur)
- Family bridging visas and spousal sponsorship
What we check
- Comprehensive Ranking System score modelling
- Language tests and educational credential assessment
- Settlement funds and police certificates
Gulf countries · Long-term residency
Golden Visa and premium residency, without a change of citizenship
Gulf programs give investors, entrepreneurs and specialised talent long-term residency, with family sponsorship. They suit people who want a regional base, tax-friendly banking or a property holding, and they do not grant a passport.
UAE property routeAED 2 millionQualifying property investment for a 10-year Golden Visa.
Routes we assess
- UAE Golden Visa for investors, entrepreneurs and specialised talent
- Saudi Arabia Premium Residency
- Long-term residency options in Qatar, Bahrain and Oman
What we check
- Property title and developer verification
- Ongoing residency conditions after approval
- Tax residency effects for a Pakistan-resident family
Figures are indicative and change as governments revise their programs. Confirm current thresholds with the official source before you commit funds.
Skilled migration
Three talent routes that need an evidence file, not an investment.
These visas are decided on the strength of your record. We structure the argument, collect the proof and keep the file consistent.
USA · EB-2 NIW
National Interest Waiver
For professionals with an advanced degree or exceptional ability whose work has national importance. You petition on your own, without a job offer or labor certification.
Evidence we prepare
- Petition letter built on the three-part national interest test
- Independent recommendation letters
- Citation, publication and impact records
- A proposed endeavor with a plan and milestones
UK · Global Talent
Global Talent visa
For leaders or potential leaders in academia and research, arts and culture, and digital technology. Most routes start with an endorsement from a UK designated body.
Evidence we prepare
- Endorsement application matched to the right body
- Mandatory and optional criteria evidence
- Reference letters and portfolio structure
- Visa application after endorsement
Australia · Subclass 858
Global Talent, now National Innovation
A permanent visa for people with an internationally recognised record of exceptional achievement. The program now operates as the National Innovation visa, so we confirm the live criteria first.
Evidence we prepare
- Expression of interest and nomination strategy
- Record of achievement mapped to eligible fields
- Referee statements and award documentation
- Health, character and identity files
Audit, tax and financing
The accounts behind your application.
Embassies and investment units ask for clean financial records. Our audit and tax team produces them and keeps your Pakistan filings in order while your case moves.
Audit, tax and business planning
For individuals, families and companies
- Audit reports and special-purpose financial statements
- Pakistan income tax returns, NTN registration and Active Taxpayer List status
- Wealth statements and foreign asset declarations
- Business plans and projections for investor visas and bank files
- Tax residency review before you relocate
Banking and financing
Islamic loans, mortgage and auto finance
- Shariah-compliant home, vehicle and business financing
- Conventional mortgage and auto finance
- Complete loan files: income proof, statements, valuation
- Introductions to partner banks and financing companies
GCA21 prepares and presents your file. The lender makes the credit decision.
How a case runs
A plan by year, quarter, month and day.
Every client gets a written roadmap. These are our working timelines. Government processing times depend on the program and change often.
Day 1 to 3
Assessment
Profile, goals, family, funds and risks reviewed. You receive a written pros and cons report for PKR 10,000.
Week 1 to 2
Roadmap
Programs ranked for your case, a timeline and a written fee schedule.
Month 1 to 2
Document file
Financial statements, tax returns, source-of-funds trail, translations and certificates.
Quarter 1 to 2
Filing
Submission, responses to government queries and status updates until a decision.
Year 1
Landing
Arrival, passport or residence card, tax residency and banking set up in the new country.
How we work
Four commitments we put in writing.
No guaranteed outcomes
Governments decide applications. We tell you your realistic position before you pay for filing.
Fees in writing
You receive a fee schedule and a timeline before any work starts.
Source of funds first
We review your funds trail before choosing a program, because it decides what is possible.
Official sources
Every program claim on this site links to the government page that governs it.
Planning calculators
Work out the cost before you commit.
Seven calculators for age, financing, case cost, travel, events, property and currency. Each one produces a PDF quotation you can save and share. Results are planning estimates. Your written quote follows the assessment.
Language training
Pass the English test your visa asks for.
Each authority names the tests it accepts and the score it needs. We help you pick the right test for your route and prepare for it.
IELTS
International English Language Testing System
Common use
Skilled migration, study and work visas for the UK, Australia, Canada and New Zealand. Academic and General Training versions exist, and the right one depends on your purpose.
Ask about IELTSCELPIP
Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program
Common use
Canadian immigration, where the General test is accepted for permanent residence applications. Fully computer-delivered.
Ask about CELPIPTOEFL
Test of English as a Foreign Language, iBT
Common use
University admission, especially in the United States, and many institutions elsewhere. Academic English in reading, listening, speaking and writing.
Ask about TOEFLPTE
Pearson Test of English Academic
Common use
Australian and New Zealand visa applications and many universities. UK visa use needs the UKVI version. Computer-based with automated scoring.
Ask about PTECheck the exact test and minimum score your authority accepts before you book. Batch dates and fees are confirmed at enrolment. Official test sites: IELTS, CELPIP, TOEFL, PTE.
Assessment first
Know your position before you spend on an application.
Written assessmentPKR 10,000An embassy application can cost PKR 300,000 to PKR 3,000,000 or more. The assessment protects that money.
What you receive
- Full profile evaluation against the criteria officers use
- A realistic eligibility verdict, not a sales pitch
- Written pros and cons of your case
- Risk analysis and the weaknesses in your file
- Alternative pathways worth considering
- Full cost projection for the route you choose
You review every risk and you make the decision.
About GCA21
One registered company for immigration, finance, legal and digital work.
GCA21 serves clients in every province of Pakistan from Lahore, with support in Karachi, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Peshawar, Multan, Gujranwala and Sialkot. Its leadership has more than 20 years of experience in this field, and the team handles over 1,000 enquiries a month. It coordinates with partners in the UK, UAE (Dubai), Canada and the USA.
GCA21 is not a travel agency or a visa filing shop. The same team covers immigration, financial advice, legal execution and technology, so you do not move between ten consultants.
Company register
- Legal name
- GCA21 (SMC-PRIVATE) LIMITED
- Brand
- Global Citizenship Asia 21 (SMC) Private Limited
- SECP CUIN
- 0224372
- Incorporated
- 2 March 2023, Companies Act, 2017, Section 16
- FBR NTN
- 7638379 (registration 7638379-0)
- Tax office
- CTO Lahore
- Registered office
- House No. 310, Abbas Block, Mustafa Town, Lahore
Transparency
Application Status
Enter your reference to see where your application stands, from the first review to the lawyer's decision and the release of your expert assessment.
Demo records These sample references show every stage. Live status needs your case system connected to this page.
Business growth
Global franchise and joint venture offers.
Tell us the industry, region and investment range you want. GCA21 matches you with franchise and joint venture opportunities and sends the offers by email and WhatsApp.
- Franchise expansion for Pakistani businesses with local and multinational brands
- Joint ventures with partners in the UAE, UK, USA, Canada and Turkey
- Company formation in UAE, UK, USA, Hong Kong and Singapore when the deal needs it
Start with a written assessment.
The assessment costs PKR 10,000. You get a realistic eligibility verdict, the pros and cons of your case and a full cost projection before you spend on an application.
Quick answers
Questions clients ask first.
Each answer links to the government source that governs it.
Is GCA21 a registered company in Pakistan?
Yes. GCA21 (SMC-PRIVATE) LIMITED is incorporated with the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan under Section 16 of the Companies Act, 2017, CUIN 0224372, incorporated on 2 March 2023. Its FBR NTN is 7638379 and the registered office is House No. 310, Abbas Block, Mustafa Town, Lahore. You can check both records on the official SECP and FBR portals.
Why does GCA21 charge PKR 10,000 for an assessment?
An embassy application can cost PKR 300,000 to PKR 3,000,000 or more, and a refusal stays on record. The PKR 10,000 written assessment gives you a realistic eligibility verdict, the pros and cons of your case, a risk analysis, alternative pathways and a full cost projection before you spend on an application.
What is citizenship by investment?
Citizenship by investment lets an approved applicant and eligible family members receive a second citizenship in return for a qualifying contribution or investment. Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia and Turkey run active programs, each with its own thresholds, due diligence and processing steps. Check each program's official source before you decide.
Can a Pakistani citizen hold dual nationality?
Pakistan allows dual nationality only with countries on an official list, so confirm that your target country is on it before you apply. The rules also affect the identity documents you keep, such as NICOP. GCA21 checks this at the first assessment.
What is the difference between a Golden Visa and citizenship?
A Golden Visa grants long-term residency, for example up to 10 years in the UAE, and you stay a citizen of your home country. Citizenship gives you a passport and the right to live permanently in the country. Gulf states offer residency programs rather than citizenship by investment.
What is the EB-2 NIW?
The EB-2 National Interest Waiver is a US green card category for professionals with an advanced degree or exceptional ability whose work benefits the United States. If approved, you can self-petition without a job offer or labor certification. The petition must show merit and national importance, that you are well positioned to advance the work, and that waiving the job offer benefits the country.
Who qualifies for the UK Global Talent visa?
The visa is for leaders or potential leaders in academia or research, arts and culture, and digital technology. Most applicants need an endorsement from a UK designated body first, then apply for the visa. Some recognised prizes can replace endorsement. The evidence list is on GOV.UK.
What is Australia subclass 858?
Subclass 858 is Australia's permanent visa for people with an internationally recognised record of exceptional achievement. The Home Affairs program now operates as the National Innovation visa. Eligibility and the invitation process change, so we confirm current requirements at the start.
Do I need to file a tax return in Pakistan?
The Federal Board of Revenue requires a return from individuals whose income or circumstances meet the thresholds in the Income Tax Ordinance. Filers on the Active Taxpayer List pay lower withholding on many property and vehicle transactions than non-filers. Returns are filed through the FBR IRIS portal.
Can I get citizenship by investment in Canada or the USA?
Neither country sells citizenship. The United States offers the EB-5 investor green card, which can lead to naturalisation after residency requirements are met. Canada offers permanent residence through routes such as Express Entry and provincial nominee programs.
Can I move to Germany to look for work?
Germany's Opportunity Card lets qualified applicants enter to look for work, based on a points system covering qualifications, language, experience and age. The official Make it in Germany portal lists current requirements.
Book your assessment
Tell us where you want to go.
Prefer to write to us first? Share your goal and we reply with the routes worth assessing. The written assessment costs PKR 10,000 and you can book it in the apply section above. Have these ready if you can:
- Passport and national ID details for each family member
- Last three years of tax returns or income records
- A summary of the funds you plan to use
- Degrees, publications or awards for skilled routes