Latitude News
02 April, 2026
Europe, Greece News feed
Athens Property Hotspots: Where International Buyers Are Focusing
Greece has increasingly attracted attention from internationally minded property buyers in recent years. Supported by strong tourism, infrastructure development, and growing global visibility, the country has emerged as one of Europe’s most closely watched real estate markets. In fact, Athens now appears in the Knight Frank Prime International Residential Index (PIRI) as one of the world’s top-performing prime property markets. This performance […]
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24 March, 2026
Europe, Greece News feed
An Exclusive Webinar: Securing EU Residency Through Real Estate in Greece
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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23 March, 2026
Europe, News feed Portugal
Portugal Golden Visa: What the 2026 Presidential Election and Legal Changes Really Mean
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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04 March, 2026
Europe, Greece News feed
Why Greece Real Estate Continues to Attract Long-Term Investors
For much of the last decade, Greece was viewed as a recovery story. Today, it is increasingly understood as a growth market. Greek real estate has transitioned from a post-crisis market into one characterized by renewed activity, increased international participation, and broad-based demand across residential and mixed-use segments. This shift has been supported by economic reform, improving market transparency, and […]
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19 February, 2026
Europe, Malta News feed
Exploring Malta: A Refined Guide for Prospective Residents
Malta’s attractive Permanent Residence Program (the MPRP) is undoubtedly extremely well known internationally. Yet, for an ever-increasing number of globally mobile families, the decision to pursue Maltese residence is no longer purely program-driven. While the MPRP does indeed grant permanent residence and Schengen visa-free access without any physical presence obligation, Malta today is increasingly being looked at as a practical European base. One that supports extended stays, […]
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23 January, 2026
Europe, News feed Portugal
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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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, Malta 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, Malta 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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17 December, 2025
Europe, News feed Portugal
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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