From investor visa recipient to CEO at 27: Sebastian Downing aims to reshape Italian investment migration with a fresh perspective.
Because of “conflict zones, climate threats, market volatility, and wild elections, we’re constantly thinking about who is migrating and why.”
Sachit Kumar, 61, who oversees 3,500 employees says retirement isn’t even on his mind, especially since the Indian market is booming.
What surprised me most in the past year was the significant improvement in USCIS processing times following the RIA EB-5 adjustments in 2022.
Richard Hallam: Overzealous developers infinitely exasperate CBI “add-ons” until they become the focus rather than the citizenship itself.
Asif Ali: “The shift towards remote work […] has opened new avenues for investment migration, attracting a younger demographic.”
“Moscow is objectively the best megapolis to live in today from a quality of life, security, and safety perspective,” says Ilja Belobragin.
Mohamed Hassan: Contending with global immigration policy shifts while maintaining a high service standard “is a constant challenge.”
Godmer: SUV “Applicants must have well-established businesses and robust professional profiles to effectively navigate these new challenges.”
Siren Chen discusses the popularity of the new-look EB-5 and how she aims to serve “1 million clients in 20 years.”
Elena Ruda: “Over the years, we’ve seen many changes—programs closing, new ones opening—and we understand that changes will continue.”
Kevin Hosam: “What has most surprised me this past year is the following through and signing of the MoA, which is coming to fruition.”
Governments increasingly favor “active” residence by investment programs and are targeting nomads and retirees, says David Lincoln.
Melissa Hilton on US CBI market growth, tech adoption, conducting due diligence amid Taliban takeover, Dominica’s PM, and her 5-year vision.
Imad Elbitar on geopolitical instability driving demand in the MENA, utilizing AI, and writing his book on investment migration.
Hany Moawad: “I worry about the number of investors who may lose their citizenship due to illegal CBI discounting.”
Manpreet Kataria: “Everyone assumed the [Vanuatu] program would lose credibility. However, the program is still a big hit among investors.”
Colin Bishop: CBI nationality “bans have forced us to explore more avenues of business, which are turning out to be quite lucrative.”
Charles Savva: EU revoking visa-free travel “could significantly impact the mobility and value of Caribbean passports.”
Güvenç Ketenci is concerned about the “troubling resurgence of far-right ideologies, primarily in Europe but with global ramifications.”