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Starting mid 2025, the following an nations with visa free access, will require ETIAS online travel authorization to enter 30 European countries (including Schengen area). CIP Passports The ETIAS list covers the following countries are operating (or operated) a citizenship by investment programs in the past. 30 European Countries Registration required to enter the following…

The Portugal golden visa program has yet another attractive benefit. From now on golden visa investors who receive Portuguese citizenship after five years, can now apply for E-1 and E-2 visas to enter United States. The E-visas facilitates faster and easier business pathway to become a permanent resident of United States (Green card). The U.S. Embassy…

We always inform clients to seek legal advice (talk to a lawyer) on all dual citizenship matters, before applying for citizenship by investment. While many tout dual citizenship bringing extensive benefits such as freedom, mobility etc, little is told to investors about the drawbacks of dual nationality, which we will discuss one by one below.…

The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis (SKN) offers a unique and sustainable pathway to citizenship through its innovative Citizenship by Investment (CBI) Programme. Among the investment options available, the Sustainable Island State Contribution (SISC) stands remains a compelling choice for individuals seeking to acquire dual citizenship while making a positive impact on the environment…

The Pacific Engagement Visa (PEV) is a new permanent residence visa for participating countries including Vanuatu. A total quota of 150 visas, inclusive of partners and dependent children, will be available annually to Vanuatu nationals through a ballot process. The ballot first opened June 3, 2024. PEV Benefit The charge for entering the Pacific Engagement…

Antigua has made crucial changes to the CIP programme favoring inclusion of grandchildren, spouse of children, siblings making it even more family friendly by amending the definition of “dependant” under citizenship by investment (amendment) regulation No. 50 of 2024. The following categories of family members can now file under a single citizenship application. Nomination Another…

The Caribbean countries running citizenship by investment programs have done a major overhaul of their CIP programs, increasing the minimum investment thresholds, tightening DD checks and to fully eliminate underselling discounts in accordance to the common framework of MoA signed agreement between five OECS nations. As a result of this shakeup, the CBI prices have…

The Citizenship Office and Commission hereby informs ALL that applicants under DSP, VCP and CIIP are allowed to apply for new passport through Paper Based Application Process through Foreign diplomatic missions. Such process is currently established following an Immediate Solutions number (4) issued by the Immigration department that Paper Base Application will be applicable until…

The Republic of Vanuatu is one of very few countries in the world, that grants fastest permanent residency (green card) in just 5 days. Little is known about this gem of a program and the premium benefits untold. The Green card is issued for 10 years grants unrestricted rights to live, study, work, do business…

Dual citizenship, a concept that allows individuals to hold nationality in two countries simultaneously, is a topic of interest and importance for many individuals seeking to expand their global opportunities and connections. In the context of St. Kitts and Nevis, the concept of dual citizenship carries unique implications and advantages for those considering this status.…