Category: Citizenship

The Government of Malta has launched Malta Permanent residence program to foreign investors who seek permanent residency rights in Malta. This program replaces older version of Malta residence visa scheme which was terminated in 2021 and has two investment routes (donation and real estate). We have compiled over 100 frequently asked questions and answers in…

Europeans make over 1.25 billion journeys within the Schengen area every year. The creation of the Schengen area is one of the greatest achievements of the EU and it is irreversible according to Dimitris Avramopoulos, Commissioner for Migration, Home Affairs and Citizenship. The creation of the Schengen area is one of the greatest achievements of the EU and it is irreversible…

The American passport history goes back to 18th century when consular officials issued passports to some citizens of some of the thirteen states during the War for Independence (1775–1783). These passports were only sheets of paper valid only for three to five months. Back in the 18th century, passports weren’t of use, and no state had…

Portugal has published a report on acquisition of citizenship by foreigners. According to the SEF report, in 2021, the SEF registered a total of 54,288 requests for an opinion on the acquisition of Portugal nationality , with a decrease compared to the same period (-21.3%). In this context, a total of 47,278 decisions were issued.…

New data published by the European Commission show that the consulates of the EU countries and Schengen Associated Countries received around 3 million applications for short-stay visas in 2021. The impact of Covid also felt with schengen visas. The global travel restrictions in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2021 continued to drastically depress…

The American interest in buying properties in Portugal is at all time high. For the first time since Q1 2022, American investors have topped the table in acquiring golden visas in Portugal above the long dominant chinese. (This particular trend observed since Feb 2022). According to the latest report released for the month of July…

Before the First World War, it was possible to travel almost anywhere in the world without a passport, visa, or other official papers. The increase in rail travel passengers crossing borders had led nations to enact laws requiring passports and other official documents that confirmed a person’s citizenship and his or her right to travel…

Portugal golden visa scheme continues to be main attraction for foreign investors. According to report published by SEF immigration office, on average 80 ARI visas are issued every month for investing. Total permits – 10 983 (Oct 2012 to Jul 2022) Family members – 18 068 Total investment – 6 459 984 421,99 € Investment…

Citizenship can be lost involuntarily through denaturalization, also known as deprivation or forfeiture. Citizenship can be lost through a variety of other grounds, that are often not clearly voluntary or involuntary. One action that is taken voluntarily (e.g. serving in a foreign military) can lead to a subsequent involuntary loss. It is possible loss of…

Citizenship deprivation can occur for fraud. Many countries have strict laws for withdrawal of citizenship. We have compiled full list of countries revoking citizenship based on fraud, false representation or concealment of information. Country Article in law Procedure Conditions Category Afghanistan No provision n.a. n.a. No provision Albania ALB 13(1) Withdrawal Person has acquired citizenship…