For internationally mobile individuals, global mobility is often framed around residency, citizenship, and lifestyle outcomes. But behind almost every decision sits a far more practical reality: moving money across borders. Traditional banks, in particular, often offer uncompetitive exchange rates and embed significant margins within them, meaning clients can lose substantial amounts of money without ever seeing a clearly stated fee. When […]
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EU residency is becoming an increasingly important consideration for US-based individuals and families seeking greater flexibility, mobility, and long-term planning options. In response, Latitude will be hosting an upcoming webinar focused on how residency can be secured in practice through real estate investment in Greece, one of Europe’s most accessible and structured pathways. What the Webinar Will Cover This […]
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In the aftermath of its recent elections, Portugal is undoubtedly entering a period of political and legislative transition. But, for those interested in the Portugal Golden Visa, the more important question is not what has changed, but what has not. Recent developments, including the election of a new president, ongoing debate around nationality law reform, […]
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Global mobility planning has evolved significantly over the past decade. What was once viewed as a niche exercise for a relatively small segment of internationally active families is now increasingly treated as part of broader long-term planning. For many clients, the question is no longer whether a second residence or citizenship might be useful, but rather what type of status […]
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Recent developments in Italy’s Constitutional Court have raised new questions about the future of Citizenship by Descent claims for individuals with Italian ancestry. The court has indicated it may support elements of a controversial 2025 reform that restricts how Italian citizenship can be transmitted to descendants born abroad. While a full written judgment is still expected, the initial decision has already generated […]
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For internationally active entrepreneurs and investors, access to the United States remains strategically important. However, gaining the legal right to live and operate a business in the United States is not straightforward for many foreign nationals. Immigration pathways can be complex, and eligibility for certain business visas depends heavily on the applicant’s nationality. One visa in particular (the U.S. E-2 Treaty Investor […]
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For many years, the conversation around residence and citizenship planning was largely centered on Europe. Programs such as Portugal’s Golden Visa or various Mediterranean residency routes dominated the discussion among investment migration strategies. This landscape is now changing. In the latest episode of The Global Passport Investor, Latitude Managing Partner (Americas & Caribbean) Christopher Willis explores how global mobility planning is evolving beyond a single regional focus. Increasingly, applicants […]
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It’s an unfortunate reality – geopolitical tension, economic disruption, and rapid policy change have become a recurring feature of modern life. While most families never expect to relocate suddenly, many, especially those currently based in either the U.S. or in the gulf states, are now asking themselves a practical question: “What would it take to secure the legal right to live somewhere else if future circumstances required […]
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Thank you to the San Francisco Examiner for featuring Latitude in a recent article exploring how global mobility planning is evolving among Bay Area families. In the piece “Bay Area Residents Are Quietly Building a Second Home Base Abroad”, Latitude Managing Partner Christopher Willis discusses how residence and citizenship planning has moved beyond niche wealth […]
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Planning for a second citizenship or residency is an increasingly common component of the long-term strategies of wealthy individuals. For those with the means to do so, supercharging one’s ability to live, travel, and operate across multiple jurisdictions is no longer considered niche. Instead, it is treated as a sensible (and increasingly necessary) form of […]
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