El Salvador has announced a new initiative to attract highly skilled workers from abroad in a bid to boost the country's economy through foreign investment. President Nayib Bukele revealed that 5,000 'free passports' will be offered to professionals such as scientists, engineers, doctors, artists, and philosophers. These individuals will be granted 'full citizen status,' including voting rights, upon relocating to El Salvador.
To facilitate their move, the government will waive taxes and tariffs on assets like equipment, software, and intellectual property. President Bukele emphasized the significant impact that these skilled workers could have on the country's future.
