Malta “Seriously Considering” Revoking Investor’s Citizenship Following Money Laundering Conviction
A UK court has sentenced a 24-year-old Russian to seven years in prison for money laundering. Malta weighs whether to revoke his citizenship.
A UK court has sentenced a 24-year-old Russian to seven years in prison for money laundering. Malta weighs whether to revoke his citizenship.
During Global Citizen Week., Caribbean CBI experts give their thoughts on the future of the Caribbean amid the implementation of the MoA.
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MSR Media says it may also sue CBI companies that enable discounting, and claims to have new evidence of criminal financial transactions.
Charles Savva: EU revoking visa-free travel “could significantly impact the mobility and value of Caribbean passports.”
“Demand for the EB-5 program still sharply exceeds the limits established by the US Government,” writes Varvara Latyntseva.
One World CEO Anastasia Barna discusses the risks of the “financing scheme” within the Caribbean CBI real estate option.
Eric Major on what will happen If Trump wins the election in November: “Simple, I’ll have the business year of my career.”
“A few hundred golden visas a year can hardly affect a real estate market that sees almost a million transactions annually,” writes Jacinto Soler Matutes.
Astons: “Vanuatu unveils CIIP-Cocoa: A sweet deal intertwining citizenship with sustainable investment in cocoa, forging a prosperous path.”
Foreigners bought 384,519 homes in Turkey over the last decade. In recent years, claims one newspaper, three-quarters were CBI investors.
The Residences at Secret Bay unveils new Ti-Fèy+ Villas in Dominica, providing investors with a path to CBI through luxury real estate investments.
Güvenç Ketenci is concerned about the “troubling resurgence of far-right ideologies, primarily in Europe but with global ramifications.”
Hong Kong authorities hope to attract 4,000 applicants a year. Hannah Ma analyzes why the first applicant gained approval in just 23 days.
Who exactly qualifies as a digital nomad, how does the application work, and what are the advantages of the visa? Nicolò Bolla explains.
Do angel groups, VC funds, or incubators have the highest Canada SUV approval rates? Slava Apel’s FOIA data answer the question decisively.
Invest in Italy’s partnership with FHG offers La Dolce Visa investors exclusive access to the hospitality brand’s real estate fund.
Allen Chastanet: “A particular developer has begun selling this option and, even more concerning, is the sub-par selling price of US$80,000.”
PM Sánchez says he is taking “measures to guarantee that housing is a right and not a mere speculative business.”
“Despite the small number, their contributions will have a huge impact on our society and the future of our country,” said President Bukele.
“Governments tend to make announcements without forethought […] it shows a complete lack of respect for investors” says Ceri Pratley.
Professionals must learn some Greek, earn €2,500 monthly, hold a degree, and have two years of relevant experience, explains Charles Savva.
Aim Global explain how Portugal’s Entrepreneur Visa offers a quick and simple path to residency via company setup with affordable investments.
Sara Sousa Rebolo says with a new government and new regulations, this will “be a very stable year” for Portugal’s Golden Visa.
As Globevisa continues its international expansion, it seeks local partners to help serve its 10,000 immigration clients a year.
50-60% of St Kitts govt. revenue from CBI. St Lucia had asked for more time to consider MoA, but other countries “went ahead and signed.”
Malaysia’s PViP flops, registering only a total of 47 applicants in over a year. Government may review the program.
Vanuatu launches the CIIP-CNO Future Fund, blending citizenship with sustainable coconut biofuel sector investments for a greener future.
“By revoking the UK non-dom scheme, lawmakers could be risking much more than the flight of wealthy families,” writes Mona Shah.
Ömer Kahraman explains why the world needs a new citizenship by investment program and what he plans to do about it.
Thailand’s Elite Visa revamp boosts membership amid global unrest, aims for US$1.5bn revenue with a focus on new markets.
Kevin Hosam commends the Caribbean effort to harmonize CBI thresholds but argues that it will only work if St. Lucia gets on board, too.
To qualify for the program’s entrepreneurship route, applicants will need a compelling business plan and endorsement from an incubator.
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Tejo Ventures: The Golden Visa’s prioritization of sustainable investments and fast-tracking citizenship heralds a brighter future for all.
Mehdi Kadiri highlights growing “political divisions and societal tensions” as the main reasons Americans increasingly pursue RCBI.
The CBI countries have agreed to a price floor and to make “underselling” practically unfeasible. But one country is conspicuously opting out.
Short-term rental is forbidden, but investors can qualify at EUR 250,000 throughout the country by renovating or converting properties.
Japan is courting international investors and entrepreneurs in an effort to stimulate an economy weighed down by its demographic profile.
Officials are reportedly debating whether to include a ban in the new set of real estate rules it plans to bring to parliament “next week.”
Fund investments become cheaper and are likely to become more popular with the expected introduction of higher real estate minimums.
“I signed the contract for my first condo in Thailand in 2009 – when I was 18 years old,” says Reid Kirchenbauer about how he got started.
If the European Council and Parliament agree on the proposal, the EU will have a mandate to suspend visa-free access for CBI countries.
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IMI Pro Csaba Magyar provides a comprehensive overview of how real estate fund investments work for Hungary’s new Guest Investor Program.
Malaysia is in the midst of its third MM2H revision in as many years. Some 56,000 participants remain active, nearly half of them Chinese.
“The most likely scenario is now a EUR 400,000 threshold for most of Greece, and EUR 800,000 in places like Athens,” says Alexander Varnavas.
Some 70,000 HNWI must reconsider their residency in the UK now that the non-dom regime is ending. These Western European countries will be hoping to absorb the exodus.
Following the example recently set by the UK, Ireland imposes visa restrictions on nationals of CBi countries Dominica and Vanuatu.
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