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From the law’s inception in 1990, selling potential citizenship to the rich struck many as a corruption of American ideals. “Have we no self-respect as a nation?” asked Texas congressman John Bryant on the House floor that year. “Are we so broke we have to sell our birthright?”

No, apparently we are so "rich" that we are giving away our birthright for free now! Most developed countries only wish to encourage immigrants who will not burden their social welfare systems.

One example is Canada. Want to move to Canada?

An advantage of applying as an investor is that you will receive permanent residency without any conditions attached. You don't have to establish your business or maintain it. In other words, an investor can "retire" in Canada as long as having made an investment of $400,000 (CAD). However it requires you to have at least $800,000 (CAN). If you have less than $800,000 (CAN) but at least $300,000 (CAN) and plan to manage your business or partnership, apply as an entrepreneur.