Latitude News
23 January, 2026
Europe, News feed
Portugal Golden Visa in 2026: What Still Works, What Changed, and Who It’s Really For
The Portugal Golden Visa 2026 landscape looks very different from what many applicants remember. Once defined by real estate purchases and relatively simple assumptions around residency and citizenship, the program has undergone material reform over the past several years. Yet despite these changes, Portugal remains one of Europe’s most closely watched and frequently considered residency by investment jurisdictions. For globally mobile families and those evaluating European investment options in 2026, the question […]
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22 January, 2026
Global, Global News feed
Why Discerning U.S. Families Are Choosing New Zealand as a Long-Term Safe Haven
Conversations around long-term security have shifted in recent years. For many families based in the U.S., so-called ‘safe haven’ planning is no longer about sudden relocation or worst-case scenarios. Rather, it is about optionality, stability, and ensuring that future generations retain meaningful choices no matter how the world evolves. Within those conversations, New Zealand is a country that is regularly mentioned. Quietly, without fanfare, New Zealand has […]
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20 January, 2026
Europe, News feed
EU Citizenship Through RBI Programs: Language Rules and Key Requirements Explained
For globally mobile families, European residency and citizenship planning is often misunderstood as a linear or guaranteed progression. In reality, while certain residence by investment (RBI) pathways can support long-term eligibility for citizenship, naturalization remains a separate legal process governed by national law, integration standards, and discretionary assessment, not financial participation alone. Understanding how EU citizenship requirements around language, physical presence, and integration expectations differ […]
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14 January, 2026
Europe, News feed
The Malta Permanent Residence Program: What’s Changed — and Why It Matters for U.S. Applicants
Recent reforms to the Malta Permanent Residence Program (MPRP) have reshaped how, and how quickly, U.S. applicants and families can establish a long-term European base. Before these changes came into effect in 2025, applicants often faced extended waiting periods before receiving any form of residence documentation, alongside tighter rules governing property use and family inclusion. […]
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13 January, 2026
Europe, News feed
Malta Vision 2050: Steering Committee Charts Path for Long-Term Growth
Malta has reached a significant milestone in shaping its long-term future, with the Malta Vision 2050 Steering Committee holding its first meeting on 10 December. While the meeting marks the formal start of the implementation, Vision 2050’s significance lies in its commitment to long-term planning beyond electoral cycles and short-term policy making. Malta Vision 2050 sets out to position the country for a rapidly […]
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09 January, 2026
Caribbean, News feed
Life in Antigua and Barbuda: Where Investment and Stability Meet Island Living
For many families and investors thinking about citizenship of Antigua and Barbuda, the decision rarely starts with paperwork or process. It begins with a far more fundamental question: What would life in Antigua and Barbuda feel like? These islands have long been associated with turquoise waters and postcard beaches, but for a growing number of globally mobile families, they represent something […]
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22 December, 2025
Caribbean, News feed
U.S. Expands Travel Ban: Antigua and Barbuda and Dominica Respond to Visa Restrictions
On December 16, 2025, the Trump administration announced a significant expansion of U.S. travel restrictions, citing national security concerns. The updated proclamation includes: Full Travel Ban vs. Partial Visa Restrictions Full Travel Ban: A complete prohibition on entry into the U.S. for nationals of the listed countries, regardless of visa type. This applies to Burkina […]
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17 December, 2025
Europe, News feed
Portugal Constitutional Court Ruling: What Golden Visa Investors Need to Know
On 15 December 2025, the Portuguese Constitutional Court issued its decision on the constitutionality of seven provisions in proposed amendments to Portugal’s Nationality Law. These provisions were referred to the Court following a preventative constitutional review by the Socialist Party. The largely unanimous rulings directly affect Portugal Golden Visa investors, particularly in relation to citizenship […]
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04 December, 2025
Europe, News feed
Malta Budget 2026: Key Benefits for U.S. Families & Entrepreneurs Relocating to Malta
Malta’s 2026 Budget reinforces the country’s long-term vision: a stable, resident-focused EU base offering affordability, opportunity, and a high quality of life. For U.S. families and entrepreneurs considering relocation, the budget highlights why Malta continues to stand out among European destinations. Business & Innovation Incentives Malta continues to strengthen its position as a leading hub […]
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24 November, 2025
Europe, News feed
Malta Vision 2050: Attracting the Innovators Who Will Shape Malta’s Future
Malta Vision 2050 outlines a long-term national strategy aimed at enhancing the country’s resilience, competitiveness, and quality of life. It is a forward-looking blueprint for a modern Malta, one that invests in sustainability, digital transformation, culture, and innovation. At the centre of this vision is a clear message: Malta’s future will be shaped by people […]
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