“The Industry Has Had a Good Run”: Investment Migration People in the News This Week
Ahmad Abbas
December 18, 2025
The industry, as we know it, has had a good run. Now it needs to grow up.
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Antigua and Dominica PMs Respond to US Travel Ban
Ahmad Abbas
December 17, 2025
Antigua PM calls US travel ban an error, says program presents no risk whatsoever to security. Dominica seeks urgent clarity.
New Zealand Reverses Foreign Buyer Ban for Luxury Properties
Moustafa Daly
December 16, 2025
New legislation allows Active Investor Plus visa holders to purchase homes worth NZ$5 million or more, effective early 2026.
Portugal’s Constitutional Court Strikes Down Four Nationality Law Provisions
Ahmad Abbas
December 15, 2025
Portugal’s Constitutional Court strikes down four nationality law provisions while upholding ten-year citizenship timeline.
Confirmed: Norway Quietly Denying Entry to CBI Passport Holders
Ahmad Abbas
December 15, 2025
Five confirmed cases of CBI passport holders have been denied entry into the country because their “investment passports” are “not valid” in the eyes of Norway.
What Comes After Golden Visas: The Rise of Smarter Residency Options
Partner Content
December 15, 2025
Moveanywhere argues that residency demand is shifting away from property as governments prioritize economic participation over capital inflows.
Russia Scraps Golden Visa Stay Requirement
Ahmad Abbas
December 15, 2025
The Russian Golden Visa now has zero physical residency requirement as the government unobtrusively amends the law.
Ando Living: Redefining Europe’s Serviced Apartments Market
Moustafa Daly
December 14, 2025
From brand premiums to high yields, discover why lifestyle-serviced apartments are becoming real estate’s most coveted asset.
“Escape the US”: 10 On The Weekend with Dan Merriam
Ahmad Abbas
December 14, 2025
“The uncertainty and disruption currently facing the investment migration industry” are concerning.
Panama Govt Promise Low-Presence Path to Citizenship for Investors
Ahmad Abbas
December 13, 2025
“We want to emulate Portugal,” says Panama vice minister promoting investor visa offering simplified route to citizenship.
Nauru Defends Citizenship Program Following UK Visa Restriction
Moustafa Daly
December 12, 2025
Nauru challenges the UK’s decision, emphasizes robust screening, and signals a diplomatic push to restore visa-free travel.
Greece Now Offers €250K Startup Visa With “Burdensome” Ownership Restriction
Moustafa Daly
December 12, 2025
Despite a low threshold by European standards, Alexander Risvas warns the program’s structure may penalize investors for outcomes beyond their control.
Tonga’s Likely PM Candidate Backs $190,000 CBI Proposal
Moustafa Daly
December 12, 2025
As Tonga’s parliament prepares to choose a new leader Monday, a leaked CBI proposal has reopened old wounds.
Leaked US Strategy Ponders Fracturing EU; Warns of “Civilizational Erasure”
Ahmad Abbas
December 12, 2025
Leaked NSS: “Make Europe Great Again” by pulling four nations from Brussels, creating forum with China, Russia.
Trump Opens $1M Gold Card Applications as Admin Proposes Social Media Checks for EU Tourists
Moustafa Daly
December 11, 2025
The synchronized announcements are no coincidence, says Rafael Cintron.
Wealthy Europeans Are Moving to Dubai: 5 Compelling Reasons Why
Partner Content
December 11, 2025
Mirsatori’s team examines the reasons behind the rush of European HNWIs to Dubai, from low taxes, safety, business opportunities, and more.
Romania Pulls Plug on Golden Visa Proposal After National Security Review
Ahmad Abbas
December 10, 2025
CSAT: Golden Visa threatens Romania’s Schengen, Visa Waiver, OECD goals by undermining institutional credibility.
UK Strips Nauru of Visa-Free Access Over New Citizenship Program
Ahmad Abbas
December 10, 2025
We lack confidence in the legitimacy of any vetting processes.” UK revokes Nauru’s visa-free access over CBI program.
Saint Vincent Deputy PM Outlines Framework for Planned CBI Program
Moustafa Daly
December 9, 2025
The last OECS nation without a CBI program outlines its multi-institutional framework as Deputy PM emphasizes accountability, regional best practices, and job creation over pure revenue generation.
Portuguese Golden Visa Ponzi Scheme Siphons €37 Million from Investors
Ahmad Abbas
December 8, 2025
Investors have been waiting since 2021 as returns never came. By June 2025, the scheme collapsed, exposing €37M in losses.
Exclusive São Tomé CBI Insights: Processing Times, 21 Approved Applications, and More
Partner Content
December 8, 2025
NTL Trust’s Richard Moir gets rare, straight-from-the-source answers as Alfredo Trindade outlines São Tomé’s CBI law, timelines, and guarantees.
Argentina Publishes Tender to Appoint Master Agent for New CBI Program
Ahmad Abbas
December 7, 2025
The master agent will design Argentina’s entire CBI program from scratch, including investment thresholds, routes, processes, and global rollout.
Golden Visa Investors Challenge Portugal’s Citizenship Law at Constitutional Court
Ahmad Abbas
December 6, 2025
Madalena Monteiro on Golden Visa investors challenging Portugal’s new law: “They simply expect to be treated fairly.”
Trump Administration Freezes Immigration Applications From 19 Nations and All Asylum Claims
Ahmad Abbas
December 6, 2025
“That’s not how the Constitution works.” Legal experts question Trump’s new freeze on asylum and immigration benefits.
Dominica’s Secret Bay Surpasses US$5.4M ROI, Grows CBI Investor Base and Debuts New Waterfront Villas
Partner Content
December 5, 2025
Secret Bay’s latest report highlights the launch of Waterfront Villas and outlines upcoming construction through 2027.
How Europe’s ETIAS Could Upend the CBI Market
Ahmad Abbas
December 4, 2025
The phrase “visa-free access” is about to become the investment migration industry’s most expensive technicality.
How One St Kitts Project Became the Blueprint for ESG-Driven CBI
Partner Content
December 4, 2025
Prime Developments details how its public benefit option fits in seamlessly with the Caribbean’s upcoming cultural integration requirement.
Moreno Bill Demands Americans Renounce Dual Citizenship or Forfeit Status
Ahmad Abbas
December 3, 2025
New Senate bill would force Americans with dual citizenship to choose one country within a year or lose US nationality.
ETIAS Could Become the EU’s New Pressure Valve on Caribbean CIPs, Say One-Third of Executives
Ahmad Abbas
December 2, 2025
50% of industry executives doubt Caribbean CBI states will enforce 30 day stays and 75% expect new CBI programs in 2026.
Migration’s Blue Ocean & Globevisa’s 1,000-Project Era of Emergent Programs
Ahmad Abbas
December 1, 2025
Globevisa charts the shift from blockbuster investment migration programs to a long-tail era reshaping global mobility demand.
Swiss Voters Overwhelmingly Reject 50% Inheritance Tax
Moustafa Daly
December 1, 2025
A climate tax targeting billionaires crashed hard at the Swiss ballot, upholding a national trend of rejecting proposals that threaten Switzerland’s wealth haven status.
“Almost Criminal Not to Have a CIP”: Philippe May Says SVG Is Ready for a New Era
Philippe May
November 30, 2025
Philippe May says “SVG will set a new standard,” predicting its new CIP will outperform those of its more established Caribbean counterparts.
Trusts vs. Foundations: Which One Is Right for You?
Ahmad Abbas
November 30, 2025
This analytical piece looks into foundations and trusts, detailing both, and highlighting which works best for whom.
CBI Backlash Usually “Thinly Veiled Hatred of the Rich”: Investment Migration People in the News This Week
Ahmad Abbas
November 29, 2025
More often than not alleged ‘security concerns’ are only an excuse for thinly veiled hatred of the rich by a small, but vocal group of left wing politicians in Europe.
Africa and LatAm “Emerging as New Plan B Destinations”: 10 On The Weekend with Tatiana Muntean
Ahmad Abbas
November 29, 2025
In her interview, Tatiana Muntean credits Andrew Henderson for setting a high bar in clarity, discipline, and long-term strategy.
Bahrain Slashes Golden Residency Threshold by 35% to US$345,000
Moustafa Daly
November 28, 2025
Bahrain’s program now prices into the GCC’s lower-to-mid band, undercutting Oman and Saudi Arabia, but at nearly twice the UAE’s Golden Visa minimum.
Opposition Declares Election Win in St Vincent, Paving the Way for a CBI Program
Christian Henrik Nesheim
November 28, 2025
The opposition has repeatedly promised to introduce a CBI program in the island nation should it win the election.
Egypt Grants 36 Citizenships in 2025 Under New Verification Requirements
Ahmad Abbas
November 28, 2025
Egypt processed citizenship applications from 15 countries in 2025, approving 36 while implementing stricter verification requirements.
California Union Pushes 5% Billionaire Tax Ballot Measure
Ahmad Abbas
November 27, 2025
“The [UNHWI] targets are bolting from California now,” says David Lesperance as union pushes 5% tax on state’s 200 billionaires.
Explaining Spain’s Lesser Known Special Tax Regime: Mbappé’s Law
Elisa de Mollinedo Suarez
November 26, 2025
Elisa de Mollinedo Suarez breaks down Madrid’s Mbappé Law and who actually benefits from the 20% deduction.
The Atlantic Bond Fund: A Safe Harbor for Capital, and a Gateway to Europe
Partner Content
November 26, 2025
3 Comma Capital introduces its Atlantic Bond Fund, which was “built by investors, for investors.”
Kuwait Opens 15-Year Residency Track For Investors
Moustafa Daly
November 26, 2025
Kuwait, the GCC’s last mover on golden visas, is now in the game: 10-year residency for property investors, 15 years for business investors.
Everything You Need to Know About Moving to Italy: Flat Tax, Investor Visa and More
Partner Content
November 25, 2025
Move to Dolce Vita answers over 130 questions regarding the Italian investor visa, flat tax, real estate acquisition, and more.
UK Lawmakers Push £2.5 Million Investor Visa Proposal
Moustafa Daly
November 25, 2025
Conservative-leaning lawmakers urge a new investor visa to retain capital, while a controversial 20% exit levy proposal looms.
17 Misconceptions About France’s Residency Framework and Its Investor Visa
Charlie Maggi
November 25, 2025
Charlie Maggi explains why France’s €300,000 investor visa remains Europe’s best-kept secret for global investors.
Federal Court Strikes Down EB-5 Fee Increases as Unlawful
Ishaan Khanna
November 24, 2025
Ishaan Khanna reports that a federal judge struck down EB-5 fee increases, rolling rates back to pre-April 2024 levels.
Surprised by an “Overwhelming Growth in Inquiries”: 10 on the Weekend with Victoria Ciucurel
Ahmad Abbas
November 23, 2025
Victoria Ciucurel says the middle and upper middle class have officially joined the investment migration market, broadening its parameters.
Italy Proposes Dedicated Tax Incentive for Digital Nomads
Federico Salmoiraghi
November 22, 2025
The measure targets remote workers excluded by stricter Impatriati rules, signaling a shift toward tailored immigration policy.
UK to Fast-Track Settlement for High Earners With 3-Year ILR Route
Moustafa Daly
November 21, 2025
The UK government touts the “biggest migration overhaul in 50 years.” John Kiely welcomes it but warns it may fall short on retaining wealth.
New Zealand Delays Opening Real Estate To Foreign Buyers Until 2026
Moustafa Daly
November 20, 2025
Wellington delays the NZ$5 million real estate carve-out until 2026; experts split on whether it’s “mostly noise.”