Hong Kong Relaxes CIES Net Worth Requirement Amid Other Changes
Siren Chen
January 8, 2025
Hong Kong scraps sole ownership requirement and expands qualifying assets under new CIES guidelines
Category: Asia-Pacific
Hong Kong Appoints 4 CIES Fund Managers, Allocating HK$150 Million to Each
Moustafa Daly
December 31, 2024
HKIC will divide HK$600 million equally among the four managers next quarter. Siren Chen says the government seeks “optimal returns.”
Is Australia’s National Innovation Visa a Game-Changer or a Dud?
Siren Chen
December 28, 2024
Siren Chen compares the NIV’s nomination process to similar programs in Canada and the United States, noting distinct requirements
Indonesia Says Golden Visa Has Brought in Over Half a Billion USD in H2 2024
Ahmad Abbas
December 25, 2024
Indonesia says Golden Visa averages US$1.2M in investments per application, brings in over half a billion USD in first 4.5 months
New Zealand Govt to Announce Changes to Investor Visa in “Coming Weeks”
Ahmad Abbas
December 12, 2024
James Hall says the government will drop English requirements, add new investment options, and maintain access to new property developments
Vanuatu CIP Maintains Momentum, Contributes 18% of Gov’t Revenue in H1 2024
Ahmad Abbas
December 7, 2024
Vanuatu’s citizenship program is on track for US$60 mil in 2024 revenue, though the new Nauru CIP could reshape the Pacific CIP landscape
Hong Kong Invites Fund Managers for CIES Investment Portfolio
Ahmad Abbas
December 5, 2024
HKIC targets HK$300 million for its CIES investment portfolio by year-end, sets December deadline for fund manager applications
Hong Kong Investment Visa Program Secures US$2.5 Billion in Nine Months
Ahmad Abbas
November 28, 2024
670 investors applied for Hong Kong’s revamped visa program in 9 months, projections show it may reach only 18% of annual target
EU Parliament Votes to Permanently End Vanuatu’s Schengen Visa Waiver
Ahmad Abbas
November 24, 2024
EU Parliament says “this is the first time ever the EU has revoked a third country from the visa-free list.”
As Thailand Privilege Card Nears 40,000 Members, Gov’t Introduces Cheaper Bronze Tier
Ahmad Abbas
November 21, 2024
Thailand Privilege Card new memberships growth drops to 7,305 in 2024 after hitting 11,245 in the previous year
Nauru CBI Boss Reveals Details on Commissions, Processing, and More in Interview With IMI
Ahmad Abbas
November 20, 2024
USD5K annual agent license, USD25K commission per file: Nauru’s new CIP details revealed in an interview with IMI
Sarawak MM2H Program Registers Strong Growth Ahead of Changes
Ahmad Abbas
November 20, 2024
Chinese and UK applicants lead the pack as 450 successful applicants secure Sarawak RM90 mil in deposits ahead of the upcoming changes
Nauru Launches Citizenship by Investment Program Starting at $105,000
Ahmad Abbas
November 12, 2024
Nauru has launched its CIP, offering citizenship from US$140,500 all-in. Henley & Partners is the master agent.
Sarawak Raises MM2H Investment Threshold to RM500,000 Amid Program Overhaul
Ahmad Abbas
November 7, 2024
Sarawak changes S-MM2H deposit threshold, income rules, new fees, and agent licensing criteria from January 1, 2025.
Rich, Successful, Rejected: Singapore’s Brutal PR Reality
Siren Chen
November 1, 2024
Siren Chen explains why significant economic contributions alone isn’t enough to gain Singapore PR, and what’s really needed to get approved.
Taiwan’s Elite Card: A Golden Ticket that No One Can Obtain
Siren Chen
October 22, 2024
Siren Chen says it’s better to curb your enthusiasm: The Elite Card promises a golden ticket, but with a NT$6M salary cap, few can qualify
Hong Kong Reintroduces Real Estate Component to CIES
Moustafa Daly
October 17, 2024
Hong Kong reopens door to property investors seeking residency through the CIES – for a premium.
Malaysia Probes MM2H Agents, Issues First Batch of Approvals
Ahmad Abbas
October 15, 2024
Gov’t warns of blacklisting MM2H agents spreading misinformation; Vincent Fong hopes for potential residence exemption for investors over 50.
Indonesia Targets 1,000 Golden Visa Recipients by End of 2024
Moustafa Daly
October 12, 2024
Indonesia aims for 1,000 golden visas by the end of 2024, despite issuing only 300 since the program’s inception.
Taiwan’s New Global Elite Card Offers One-Year Path to Permanent Residency
Ahmad Abbas
October 1, 2024
Global Elite Card offers fast-track residency for high earners, while Digital Nomad Visa allows remote workers a six-month stay without residency.