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Best Retirement Countries in Europe

Best Retirement Countries in Europe

People often dream of retiring in a foreign country. Retirement in a foreign country can be as exciting and adventurous for many people just to explore the world! Europe has been a major retirement destination for most british and american expatriates. Europe has truly the most beautiful picturesque landscapes and sunny beaches, and retirement doesn’t come cheap and can be…

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Can’t Hold Dual citizenship? Here is why Residency is better

Can’t Hold Dual citizenship? Here is why Residency is better

Dual citizenship is perhaps the least understood topics in today’s residence and citizenship planning. . The first thing you must consider when acquiring a second citizenship or residency is whether your country allows dual citizenship or not. Depending on this, you get to pick a citizenship or residence program. If the host nation, freely allows dual nationality, then multiple citizenships…

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Citizenship VS Residency

Citizenship VS Residency

We have put together important difference between citizenship and residency by investment programs. Many often confuse between citizenship and residency. Many media outlets do not use the right word. Be clear to say whether it is a Golden ‘Visa’ or ‘Passport’ program Here are some important differences between citizenship and residency. Differences Citizenship Residency You become Citizen Resident (temporary /…

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Antigua Nomad Digital Residence Scheme

Antigua Nomad Digital Residence Scheme

The Antigua and Barbuda Government has launched a new “Nomad Digital Residence” program for travelers, who can work  remotely from a a safe Caribbean country with a accessible digital infrastructure. This scheme is similar to residence scheme launched by Barbados allowing HNW nomads to work from beaches All successful applicants will be issued a 2 year resident visa in Antigua…

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Tips for real estate buying

Tips for real estate buying

Golden visa and Citizenship by investment programs offer a great opportunity to buy real estate for acquiring citizenship and residency for a designated real estate investment, which does not come cheap.  When buying a real estate you have be little careful to safeguard yourself from scams in Europe or Caribbean, particularly when buying online. Foreigners are particularly targets for ripoffs…

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Cyprus CIP Amendments 2020

Cyprus CIP Amendments 2020

Cyprus has made important changes to the citizenship by investment scheme. The amendments were approved by the Council of Ministers and voted by the House of Parliament in Cyprus as published in the Official Cyprus Gazette on 18th August 2020 The Minimum investment of 2 million euros remains the same but changes implemented will apply to eligibility conditions. Applicants must make…

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15 Untold Myths About Diplomatic passports

15 Untold Myths About Diplomatic passports

Diplomatic passports that comes with immunity is a widely misunderstood topic. Diplomatic passports are issued to officials or employees of the Government (and their dependents) traveling abroad on official work or duties. These are no fee passports issued by Governments usually valid for 5 years. Let us get to know the basics first. Diplomats are entitled to rights and privileges…

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Which Tax Free countries offer Golden Visas for Bitcoin investors?

Which Tax Free countries offer Golden Visas for Bitcoin investors?

Golden visas opens a wide range of possibilities for bitcoin and cryptocurrency investors looking to expand their business presence across the globe. You could have a second home abroad to promote your coin and attend major blockchain events to promote your digital products. You have to remember that golden visas only offer residency for investments, citizenship is possible at a…

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