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Latest updates from from the CBI and Golden visa market.
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Dominica CBI Program – Age and Citizenship Eligibility
To apply for Dominica citizenship through the CBI programme, applicants must meet specific criteria and make an eligible investment. The requirements are designed to ensure that candidates are of good character and are committed to contributing to the economic development of the country. Dominica’s CBI programme is built on the foundation of maintaining a strong,… Read more >>
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AIMA Launches Fast-Track System to Expedite Golden Visa Applications
The Portuguese Immigration Authority (AIMA) will be implementing a fast track procedure to complete all pending Golden Visa applications during the Q1/Q2 2025 to meet the government set target of closing backlog by summer of 2025. This new system will be processing the entire process digitally up to the biometrics stage, which appointment will be… Read more >>
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Greece Expands Golden Visa to Startups
Greece has expanded golden visa program to include new startup option, providing a red carpet welcome to young founders to actively participate in building the future of Greek entrepreneurship through Elevate Greece Startup ecosystem. Greece is home to many aspiring entrepreneurs who are working on promising new ideas and innovative business models The size of… Read more >>
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Hungary Cancels €500k Real Estate Option for Guest Investor Visa
The Hungarian Government has removed the buying properties for Golden visa (guest investor) program, in an abrupt last minute move to protect the country from rising property rents and overvaluation of the property market. The Guest investor visa program for real estate investors was scheduled to start on Jan 1, 2025. The amendments to the… Read more >>
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Diaspora Population Shape the Future of St.Kitts & Nevis
St.Kitts and Nevis, is a twin islands in the Caribbean has a local population of 46,000. The diaspora of Saint Kitts and Nevis is estimated to be around 50,000 people most of them are economic citizens, living in, including the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Middle East, Asia, Caribbean, Asia and Europe. Diaspora population are… Read more >>
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The St.Kitts and Nevis CBI Underwent a Bold Transformation
In 2024, the St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Programme(CBI) underwent a bold transformation, solidifying its position as a cornerstone of thenational economy, said PM Dr. Drew delivering his 2025 Budget Speech. Some of the milestones achieved by the SKN Government are as follows Restructuring of CIU The restructuring of the Citizenship by Investment… Read more >>
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Spain Votes to End Golden Visas
Spain is inching closer to eliminating golden visa to third country nationals and foreign investors, after successfully operating the investor visa scheme for 13 years. More than 14,000 residence visas issued under the scheme and close to 7 billion euros investment. The Spanish government has taken a decision to end golden visas, citing the scheme… Read more >>
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Why Golden Visas are Superior to Caribbean Citizenship
Golden Visa Programs in Europe have been more appealing to international investors seeking migration and residency in one package. Golden Visas are expected to grow to $50 billion industry post 2025 in Europe alone. Portugal, Hungary, Spain, Malta and Greece have scored big, attracting billions through their Golden residence programs. Golden Visa programs typically allow… Read more >>
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St.Kitts and Nevis- Approved CBI Projects (as of Dec 24)
The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis (SKN) has approved several investment projects, now inviting applications under the citizenship by investment program. Only approved projects mentioned below will qualify for SKN citizenship by investment. Public Benefit Option (PBO) The PBO investments helps SKN government realize capital investment goals by maximising local employment, and embark upon… Read more >>
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Hungary Received 100+ Golden Visa Applications
Hungary has received 109 applications for Guest investor visa program, of which 11 investors have received Guest investor residence permit as of Sep 30, 2024, according to National Directorate of Immigration . Hungary Launched Guest investor visa program in June 2024. Currently the €250,000 investment fund route, open for investment applications. The National Directorate of… Read more >>
