Latitude News
18 July, 2025
Europe, News feed
Portugal Sends Naturalization Reform Bill Back for Further Review
In a positive development for those pursuing Portuguese citizenship through the Golden Visa or other residency routes, the Portuguese government has returned a proposed bill to amend the country’s naturalization laws for further review and clarification. The draft legislation in question sought to revise Article 6 of Portugal’s Nationality Law, most notably by proposing to […]
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30 June, 2025
Reports,
ATHENS PROPERTY MARKET A COMPELLING OPPORTUNITY
Athens has emerged as one of Europe’s most dynamic residential real estate markets, with new apartment prices recording sustained double-digit growth in recent years. This momentum is driven by a blend of investor capital, policy incentives, and major urban infrastructure upgrades. Steeped in millennia of cultural heritage, the Greek capital is undergoing a striking economic […]
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19 June, 2025
Europe, News feed
Positive Changes Ahead for Portugal’s Golden Visa Program
The Portugal Golden Visa program, one of Europe’s most sought-after residence by investment programs, is poised for significant improvements. With a remarkable 72% surge in approvals last year, Portugal is actively enhancing the program’s appeal to international investors. Record-breaking Popularity and Enhanced Incentives Portugal’s Minister of the Presidency, Antonio Leitao Amaro, recently emphasized the government’s […]
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29 May, 2025
Europe, News feed
Italian Citizenship Changes 2025: Law 74 Explained
On May 24, 2025, Italian President Sergio Mattarella signed into law a significant reform to Italian citizenship policy. Originally introduced as Decreto n. 36/2025 by Deputy Prime Minister Antonio Tajani, the legislation—now known as Law 74/2025—introduces new eligibility requirements for individuals applying for Italian citizenship by descent (jure sanguinis). Key Changes Introduced by Law 74/2025 […]
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20 May, 2025
Europe, News feed
Portugal Golden Visa Election Results: What They Mean for Investors
The recent election victory by Portugal’s Aliança Democrática (AD), led by Luís Montenegro, introduces new dynamics that may shape the future of Portugal’s Golden Visa program. This article explores how the evolving political landscape could affect immigration and investment policies, and what this means for current and prospective investors. Political Landscape and Policy Direction The […]
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12 May, 2025
Europe, News feed
A2 Portuguese Language Requirement for Portuguese Citizenship
Understanding the A2 Requirement To obtain Portuguese citizenship, Golden Visa applicants must demonstrate basic language proficiency by meeting the A2-level requirement. A2 is an entry-level, practical competency that enables you to: Order meals in restaurants Handle simple conversations about everyday topics Write basic emails and messages Understand slow, clearly spoken Portuguese You’re not expected to […]
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09 May, 2025
Europe, News feed
Court of Campobasso Rules in Favor of Italian Citizenship by Descent Applicants
Important Victory Against Retroactive Application of Tajani Decree In a significant legal development, the Court of Campobasso has issued a ruling that brings renewed hope to individuals seeking Italian citizenship through ancestral connections. The court’s decision regarding Decree-Law No. 36/2025 (known as the “Tajani Decree”) establishes important precedent for protecting citizenship rights. The Court determined […]
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29 April, 2025
Europe, News feed
Malta’s CBI Program at a Crossroads: ECJ Ruling Sets New Path for Investment Migration
In a major decision, the European Court of Justice (ECJ) has ruled that Malta’s Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program, in its current form, is incompatible with European Union law. While the Court reaffirmed the general sovereignty of member states over nationality, it emphasized that granting citizenship purely through predetermined financial transactions, without a sufficient “genuine […]
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04 April, 2025
Europe,
LGBTQ-Friendly Countries and How to Move There
Because of the variance of human rights and personal freedoms across borders, LGBTQ individuals are increasingly investing in their own security and a second citizenship. (Read also: A Guide to Immigration and Second Citizenship) While about 40 countries have legalized same-sex marriage, many nations across the globe still criminalize LGBTQ marriages and even relationships. This […]
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01 April, 2025
Europe, News feed
The Tajani Decree And How To Fight For Your Italian Dual Citizenship
Your Italian Citizenship Is At Risk Have you invested years collecting family documents, visited Italy to walk in your ancestors’ footsteps, or dreamed of reconnecting with your family’s homeland? Were you shocked to learn on March 29th that your right to Italian citizenship might have suddenly disappeared? You’re not alone. Thousands of Italian descendants worldwide […]
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