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Ireland Plans Eight Years of Residence and a Language Test for Citizenship

Nagy Szabolcs September 10, 2026

Eight years would place Ireland above the five-year figure used by Germany, France, the Netherlands, Portugal and Luxembourg. The Justice Minister confirms that applicants four years into the current five-year clock will face the higher bar.

Five Ways to Get EU Citizenship Without Writing a Check

Nagy Szabolcs July 10, 2026

Golden visas and citizenship by investment grab the headlines, but the cheapest routes to an EU passport cost nothing but paperwork and patience. Here are five ways to become an EU citizen without writing a check, and who actually qualifies for each.

Malta vs Cyprus Golden Visa: Which One Fits Your Goals?

Nagy Szabolcs March 26, 2026

Both Malta and Cyprus grant permanent residency to non-EU investors, but they differ on Schengen access, family inclusion, investment options, and the path to citizenship. Here is how they compare.

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Ireland Plans Eight Years of Residence and a Language Test for Citizenship

Five Ways to Get EU Citizenship Without Writing a Check

Malta vs Cyprus Golden Visa: Which One Fits Your Goals?