In a landmark move to attract foreign investment and stimulate economic growth, the Argentine government has officially opened a tender process to appoint a Master Agent for its newly established Citizenship by Investment (CBI) Program. This initiative marks a significant shift in Argentina’s immigration and economic policy, positioning the South American nation among a growing…
A recent ruling by Portugal’s Constitutional Court has brought a measure of clarity—though not finality—to the future of the country’s Golden Visa program. The court assessed proposed amendments to the Nationality Law and found four of the seven provisions to be unconstitutional, requiring Parliament to re-draft them. Key clarifications from the ruling include: The constitutionality…
Monaco: a name synonymous with glamour, the Grand Prix, and a tax-efficient lifestyle on the sun-drenched French Riviera. For high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, and retirees, securing residency in this prestigious 2-square-kilometer principality is a coveted goal. But beyond the glittering facade lies a specific and rigorous application process. This guide will walk you through everything you…
The Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment Unit hereby advises that in accordance with the Antigua and Barbuda Citizenship by Investment (Amendment) Regulations 2024, No. 50 of 2024, the current investment thresholds and fees will continue until 31st July 2024, at 11:59 p.m. AST. Please also take note of the following amendments in the attached…
The Portuguese Government has extended the validity of visas and residency permits for an additional year, making them valid until June 30, 2025. This extension was officially announced on June 25, 2024. Source: https://diariodarepublica.pt/dr/legislacao-consolidada/decreto-lei/2020-130241777
Updates from the Council of Ministers which took place today and that start implementing some of the policies announced 3 weeks ago with the approval of the so-called “Migration Action Plan”: i. assigning the Agency for Integration, Migrations and Asylum (AIMA) the mission to proactively attract immigrants; ii. assuming and valuing the Migration Observatory as…
OECS Media Release The Caribbean countries which offer Citizenship By Investment Programmes are moving with alacrity to implement the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA). The signatories of the MOA are: Antigua and Barbuda, Commonwealth of Dominica, Grenada, St. Kitts and Nevis and Saint Lucia. See signed MOA.The MOA which was published in March 2024…
Portuguese D7 Program The Portuguese D7 program, also known as the passive income visa or retirement visa, is a popular route for people from outside of the EU/EEA/Switzerland to move to Portugal. Requirements: The main requirements for the D7 visa are: • You must be over 18. • You must have a passive income (i.e.,…
According to the newspaper ‘Expresso‘, Lisbon was where the largest number of cases were filed, but Porto (484), Loulé (339), and Leiria (215) follow: there are 240 cases in higher courts and one has even reached the Supreme Court. Most of the cases against AIMA, explained the newspaper, are “subpoenas to defend rights, freedoms and…
News release April 29, 2024—Ottawa—Immigration is critical to the growth of our economy and our communities. Improving processing times is key to providing an immigration system that works better for newcomers and Canadians alike, which is why we are taking action to reduce wait times and modernize our programs and services. Today, the Honourable Marc Miller,…