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St Lucia provides 5 pathways to citizenship by investing
The Citizenship by Investment Program (CIP) in Saint Lucia provides 5 pathways to citizenship with sovereign and societal value. Saint Lucia is a nation that appeals to individuals and families as a place to live, do business, and build a life around. Saint Lucia’s flagship citizenship investment programme offers five key routes to acquire citizenship…
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Portugal Golden Visa Fees
New fees apply effective from Sep 23, 2020 for Portugal Golden visa scheme applied by immigration authorities in Portugal for issuing residence permits for investment activity under Article 90-A The following Government processing fees apply for all GV applications (real estate, capital transfer, bonds and other categories) Initial Application Per applicant Receipt and Analysis fee…
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Don’t confuse Golden visas with Citizenship by investment
The Golden visa programs and Citizenship by investment (CBI) schemes both are completely different and should not be confused with each other. The important difference here is Golden visas (GV) offer only residency (no citizenship) while CBI schemes offer instant citizenship (with golden passport) from day one. GV residency schemes may be slightly expensive because…
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Malta Permanent Residence Programme Regulations 2021
Malta has published regulations on March 27 for new permanent residence golden visa program which was published on official gazette making changes to the Immigration Act (CAP 217). This is a revamped program replacing the previous residency visa scheme running since 2015. As from 29th March 2021, all new applications shall be governed by MPRP…
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FBI Background Check for Citizenship by investment
Citizenship by investment (CBI) schemes require a FBI background check report from US citizens. It is the most important document required when submitting an initial application for citizenship and permanent residence in other countries. If you have criminal history, there are high chances your application could be refused What is FBI identity history check? The…
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Q&A – St Kitts and Nevis
We have compiled most important questions related to Citizenship by investment program in St Kitts and Nevis. The answers for were provided by CIU St Kitts and Nevis, the agency responsible for administering CBI program. 1. Who is required to produce a police certificate? Each main applicant and all permitted dependents 16 years and older…
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How to become EU citizen by investing?
The Citizenship of the European Union (EU) is the most coveted trophy for many economic migrants. It is a highly respectable status that comes with various benefits such as high standard of living, access to best education and healthcare and most importantly citizenship passed down to all family generations. EU Citizenship can be very powerful…
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Why Family Offices Must Invest in 2nd Citizenship?
Citizenship is a modern day safe haven investment, cannot be ignored by family offices in modern day investment portfolio. It is absolutely essential for family offices to think about diversifying citizenship options abroad to protect and safeguard family wealth. Family offices, usually manage excess of $100m assets, play an important roles in administration and management…
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Why Dominica is popular with Russians?
Dominica stands out among other Caribbean islands with its unique nature, austere volcanic peaks, forests full of exotic plants and animals, picturesque waterfalls, freshwater lakes and unusual beaches. The islands attract thousands of eco-tourists each year. Dominica should not be confused with Dominican Republic The Dominica Citizenship by Investment Programme was established in 1993 and is one…
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What makes Grenada stand out from other CBI programs?
Grenada is a pretty unique citizenship by investment program in the island. What makes Grenada different standing out from other CBI programs in the Caribbean? The Grenada Citizenship by Investment (GCBI) The Caribbean island of Grenada introduced its Grenada Citizenship by Investment Programme by the passing of the Citizenship by Investment Act 15 of 2013. …