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10 Nov, 2025

Europe News feed

Why the Italy Elective Residence Visa Appeals to Global Retirees

The Italy Elective Residence Visa (ERV) is rapidly becoming one of the most attractive retirement pathways for financially independent individuals seeking a high-quality lifestyle in Europe. Unlike traditional work permits or investor visas, the Italy retirement visa offers a dignified, non-employment-based route to long-term residence in one of the EU’s most culturally rich nations. What […]

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10 Nov, 2025

Global News feed Panama

Panama: The Country of the Moment for Investing and Living

Panama is no longer just a stopover—it’s a strategic destination for global investors, entrepreneurs, and families seeking financial freedom, lifestyle quality, and geographic advantage. With a dollarized economy, political stability, and a growing international community, Panama has emerged as Latin America’s most compelling hub for relocation and investment. A Global Gateway for Business and Lifestyle […]

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07 Nov, 2025

Europe News feed Portugal

Portuguese Citizenship Law Approved by Parliament — Awaiting Presidential Action

The Portuguese Parliament has approved a new Citizenship Law that introduces significant changes to the nationality process for foreign residents, including stricter eligibility requirements and a redefined residence timeline. However, despite parliamentary approval, the law is not yet in effect. Under the Constitution, the President of the Republic must now decide whether to promulgate the […]

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27 Oct, 2025

Europe News feed Portugal

Portugal Golden Visa Update: Parliament Approves Stricter Citizenship Laws — Presidential Review Still to Come

Today, Portugal’s Parliament has advanced a version of the nationality law reform that could extend the required period of residence for citizenship applications to ten years, affecting Golden Visa investors and other foreign residents. While this version represents the most restrictive draft to date, it has not yet become law. The reform must still pass […]

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23 Oct, 2025

Europe Greece News feed

Greece Golden Visa: Europe’s Best Real Estate Residency for 2025

Why Greece Is the New Portugal If you missed Portugal’s golden window, Greece might be your second chance. In 2024, while other programs tightened their rules, Greece introduced a real estate category that stayed at just €250,000. That’s half of Portugal’s former threshold and still one of the lowest in the EU. It’s a foothold […]

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03 Oct, 2025

Global News feed

Strategic Residency Alternatives to the H-1B Visa: Canada and Europe in Focus

A Turning Point for H-1B Visa Holders in the U.S. In 2025, the United States introduced a new $100,000 application fee for new H‑1B visa petitions. Whilst the White House clarified that the fee does not apply to current H‑1B visa holders or renewal applications, the unprecedented cost increase sparked concern among many foreign professionals. […]

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01 Oct, 2025

Europe News feed

Italy Golden Visa | Residence by Investment Guide

Italy Residence by Investment Overview For investors, entrepreneurs, and families seeking new opportunities in Europe, the Italy Residence by Investment (RBI) Program offers a path to long-term security, mobility, and lifestyle enhancement. The program is officially called the Italy Investor Visa but is often referred to internationally as the Italy Golden Visa. Unlike short-stay visas, […]

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10 Sep, 2025

Global New Zealand News feed

New Zealand Golden Visa: Exclusive Pathway to Residence and Ultra-Luxury Property Ownership

A Strategic Opportunity for Global Investors New Zealand has announced a significant policy shift that strengthens the appeal of its Golden Visa program. From 1 September 2025, holders of the Active Investor Plus (AIP) visa—widely known as the New Zealand Golden Visa—will be permitted to purchase or build one residential property worth NZD 5 million […]

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10 Sep, 2025

Europe Malta News feed

Malta Citizenship by Investment: Transitioning to Citizenship by Merit

For years, Malta’s citizenship by investment program was a popular choice among global investors. But in April 2025, the European Court of Justice ruled that Malta’s Exceptional Investor Naturalization (MEIN) program was incompatible with EU law because it treated citizenship as a financial transaction rather than a genuine connection to the country. In response, Malta […]

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28 Aug, 2025

Caribbean Europe News feed

2025 Guide: Second Citizenship & Residency Options for Americans

Across the United States, a growing number of individuals are reassessing their long-term plans. Shifts in domestic policy, expanded federal oversight, and proposed changes to personal rights, including marriage equality and other lifestyle freedoms, have sparked a surge of interest in second citizenship and residency programs. For many high-net-worth Americans, this is not about abandoning […]

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15 Aug, 2025

Caribbean News feed

Caribbean Citizenship by Investment: New Residency Requirements Coming in 2025

Caribbean CBI Programs Enter a New Era in 2025 The Caribbean’s Citizenship by Investment (CBI) industry is preparing for significant updates. The five Eastern Caribbean nations — Antigua & Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, St. Kitts & Nevis, and St. Lucia — have agreed in principle to sweeping reforms designed to strengthen program integrity, respond to international […]

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08 Aug, 2025

Citizenship by Descent

Italy’s Constitutional Court Reopens the Door to Citizenship by Descent

On July 31, 2025, Italy’s Constitutional Court issued a major ruling (Sentenza no. 142/2025) that may restore citizenship rights to millions of Italian descendants around the world. Though it does not directly mention the controversial 2025 reforms that severely restricted Italian citizenship by descent, the decision lays key groundwork to challenge the new laws. What […]

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22 Jul, 2025

Europe Malta

Malta Announces Major Updates to Permanent Residence Program

The Maltese government has unveiled sweeping reforms to the Malta Permanent Residence Program (MPRP), introducing measures that increase accessibility, lower costs for families, and elevate the country’s appeal among global investment migration destinations. The changes are strategic, investor-focused, and aimed at strengthening Malta’s competitive advantage. “I welcome these bold and forward-thinking updates to the MPRP, […]

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18 Jul, 2025

Europe Malta News feed

From Passports to Progress: Latitude Leading Malta’s Citizenship by Merit Era

As Malta prepares to transition from what was deemed a transactional citizenship model to one rooted in national value and purpose, Latitude—Malta’s premier residence and citizenship firm—is already leading the way forward. Not only is Latitude actively contributing to Malta’s new citizenship by merit, but it’s also setting the benchmark for excellence in identifying and […]

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18 Jul, 2025

Europe News feed Portugal

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 Jun, 2025

Europe 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 Jun, 2025

Europe News feed Portugal

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

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 Portugal

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

Citizenship by Descent

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 Apr, 2025

Europe Malta 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 Apr, 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 Apr, 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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