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Portuguese A2 Language Test for Citizenship
Portugal requires all foreigners and expats to pass A2 portuguese language test, a pre-condition for permanent residency or citizenship. It is an important legal requirement. There are two pathways to prove proficiency in portuguese language.. Two Paths Both are accepted by AIMA immigration office. The important difference here is CIPLE is for those who already… Read more >>
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Vanuatu CBI Remains Open Despite CIIP Suspension
The Vanuatu citizenship by investment program is still open for investment despite the suspension of CIIP (Capital investment immigration program). The other three investment routes DSP, VCP and REO remain open and still accepting applications. The CIIP is a cheaper version requiring $100,000 non-refundable, channeled to key sectors of the economy. The Vanuatu Government, through… Read more >>
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Key Benefits of Italy Golden Visa
To encourage foreign investment, Italy has introduced favorable fiscal policies for new residents, offering significant tax breaks and incentives such as the Investor Visa for Italy, also known as the Golden Visa. This program is one of Italy’s primary tools for attracting foreign investment, allowing non-EU citizens to obtain a residence permit in exchange for… Read more >>
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AIMA Opens New Online Service for Residence Permits
AIMA provides another online service related to the Residence Permit to expedite the processing of expiring residence permits. This new functionality is available on the Contact Form found at the following link: contactenos.aima.gov.pt . All foreign citizens holding a card/title when choosing the “Residence Permit” topic can ask AIMA for: Correct completion of the form requires submission of a copy of the… Read more >>
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Why Invest in Portugal Open Ended Funds
Open-ended funds are increasingly becoming the go-to choice for investors looking to participate in the Portuguese Golden Visa programme. With their unique characteristics and benefits, these funds stand out when compared to their closed-ended counterparts. Over 90% of the investment funds promoted for Portugal GV are closed-end funds, leaving little room to understand the benefits… Read more >>
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No Applications Accepted for Vanuatu CIIP
On March 17, 2025, the Vanuatu Citizenship Commission issued an official announcement, during its cabinet meeting on March 12, 2025, decided to suspend all applications for CIIP citizenship by investment program under Decision No. 12 of 2025. No applications for CIIP citizenship will be accepted until new regulations are published. The New CIIP regulation will… Read more >>
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Vanuatu Citizenship Office Clarifies on Issuance of Passports
The Citizenship Office and Commission makes it clear that its institution is a Constitutional body and is governed by its own legislation namely the Citizenship Act CAP1121 as amended. As provided in the Act, the Citizenship by Investment Programs is regulated by its own owned regulations. Thus, the Citizenship office and Commission by law is… Read more >>
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Portugal Launches Unified ID Number to Foreigners
The Portugal government has launched a single identification number system, available for foreigners living and working in Portugal. Under the single unified system, which was launched on March 14, 2025 allows immigrants to apply for the NIF, NISS and NNU through a single application procedure. AIMA has partnered with other public entities to implement the… Read more >>
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St.Kitts to Launch New Digital Platform
The Government of St.Kitts and Nevis, will be launching soon, a new digital platform for agents, set to revolutionise the CBI Programme, under the collaborative approach in advancing the St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Programme. This was announced on 12 March 2025, by His Excellency Calvin St. Juste, the Executive Chairman of the… Read more >>
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Portugal’s Political Crisis and the Fate of Golden Visa
Portugal’s government has collapsed after no confidence vote in parliament, bringing uncertainty to the country until a new government will be voted in the next May 18 elections. Portugal is seeing through three elections within three years, with minority governments struggling to maintain power lacking support, suggesting “precarious” politics. Luis Montenegro became new prime minister… Read more >>
