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18 April, 2021
Europe, News feed
The Malta Permanent Residence Programme Replaces MRVP
On March 29th, 2021, the new Malta Permanent Residence Programme (MPRP) was officially opened to receive new residency-by-investment applications. This follows the overwhelming success of the previous version known as the Malta Residence and Visa Programme (MRVP). The Malta Permanent Residence Programme is open to non-EU nationals, including UK citizens following Brexit, and gives individuals […]
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14 February, 2021
Europe, News feed
Alternatives to the Cyprus Citizenship-by-Investment Programme
As confirmed by President of Cyprus, Mr. Nicos Anastasiades, the Cyprus Citizenship-by-Investment Programme will no longer be viable as a Citizenship-by-Investment option. Previously, those of Cypriot nationality via the investment route would receive benefits including a direct route to the EU, visa-free travel to 170+ countries, a quick passport turnaround, and inclusion of your family. […]
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14 February, 2021
Europe, News feed
Portugal Delays Golden Visa Changes Until 2022
In a surprise announcement, the Portuguese Government has confirmed the sweeping changes to the popular Golden Visa programme will now be delayed until 1st January 2022. The original proposal had changes being implemented on 1st July 2021, but with the new announcement, you now have an additional six months to apply under the current regulations. […]
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13 January, 2021
Europe, News feed
Update for Major Changes Coming to the Portugal Golden Visa
The Portuguese government has announced they will make sweeping changes to their popular Golden Visa Programme in order to encourage further foreign direct investments in less densely populated areas of the country and discourage future investment into its main cities. While the proposal has yet to be finalized, we do know the changes will come […]
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12 January, 2021
Europe, News feed
UK Citizens Can Apply for a Portugal Golden Visa Due to Brexit
As of 1st January 2021, UK citizens are now eligible to apply for the Portugal Golden Visa. This residency-by-investment programme was previously closed to them. Due to Brexit, the UK is no longer a member of the EU and UK citizens lost the right of settlement within the EU. Consequently, UK citizens are now, more […]
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29 December, 2020
Europe, News feed
Portugal Announces Changes to Its Citizenship Law
The Portugal Golden Visa Programme received a further boost as the government announced changes to their Law of Nationality. Children born to parents, who are holders of the Golden Visa permit for at least one year, will automatically receive Portuguese citizenship – even if the parents have only spent a minimum of seven days in […]
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22 October, 2020
Europe, News feed
EU Citizenship Still Available After Cyprus Suspension
Portugal Golden Visa Programme Popular Option With One Less EU Citizenship Programme Now Available With the success story of the Cypriot Citizenship-by-Investment Programme coming to an end, you are left with fewer options to acquire EU citizenship through investment. The Cyprus Government has announced the suspension of their Citizenship-by-Investment Programme (CIP) effective frp, November 1, […]
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11 October, 2020
Europe, News feed
Major Changes Coming to the Portugal Golden Visa Programme
The Portugal Government is set to make significant changes to their popular Golden Visa programme that will have major implications for clients considering this popular EU residence by investment option. Why Is the Programme so Popular? The Portugal Golden Visa programme has been one of the world’s most successful residency-by-investment programmes due to its minimal […]
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10 June, 2020
Europe, News feed
Significant Changes Coming to the Malta Citizenship Programme
The Government of Malta announced they are closing in on the 1,800 quota for the Malta Individual Investor Programme (MIIP) – the world’s most prestigious and number-one ranked citizenship-by-investment programme. Changes: The government will be reviewing the programme and will likely be making significant changes, including removing the requirement to purchase €150,000 in government bonds […]
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11 February, 2020
Caribbean, Europe News feed
The Lost Decade – A Brexit Discussion
Eric Major, Latitude Group CEO, a key provider of residency and citizenship solutions, weighs in on Brexit. He offers solutions for those who are disillusioned with the country’s divorce from the European Union. After three and a half years of fierce negotiations and political debate the United Kingdom has left the European Union on the […]
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