A History of Citizenship by Investment – Infographic (May 2022 Update)
40 years have passed since countries first began selling citizenships. See our timeline of the history of citizenship by investment programs.
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Moldova Repeals CBI-Law: “We Are Obviously Disappointed,” Say Henley & Partners
“We are obviously disappointed with the decision,” said the concessionaire. “We signed an agreement in good faith.”
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Maldives Govt. Mulls CIP, EU Threatens to Cut Aid to Moldova Unless it Repeals CBI-Law
Aslam said a CIP would benefit both the country and its people, but took care to emphasize that this was merely his personal opinion, not official policy.
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Moldovan Parliament Extends CIP Moratorium Until Sep 2020 in Final Reading
Opposition MPs had also insisted on removing a legal provision that would ensure the concealment of CIP-applicants’ identities.
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As CIP Moratorium Expires, Moldova Still Undecided on Program’s Future
The government, however, says it will propose a further extension of the moratorium, one that could last until 2021 if approved by parliament.
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Decision-Time for Moldova: Canceling CIP Would Cost State Millions Says PM as Moratorium Nears Expiry
Moldova can no longer extend the moratorium on their CIP. By Thursday, Parliament must either resume the program or be in breach of contract.
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Moldova Extends Moratorium on CIP
The Ministry of Interior, together with various public institutions, will spend the next 30 days to craft a report for the government, which will subsequently determine the program’s future.
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Turkey is Giving Grenada a Run For Its E2 Money, Three More Competitors Waiting in The Wings
Turkey surprised many by becoming the world’s most popular CIP. None more so than Grenadians, who are finding their cozy corner of the market contested.
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E2-Shortcut to the US: The New Must-Have for Citizenship by Investment Programs?
Why is the Turkey CIP the world’s most popular despite its lack of Schengen-access? Why are 98% of Grenada CIP-applicants Chinese? Answer: E2.
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Moldova CIP Continues to Issue New Citizenships During Application-Pause
Henley & Partners said it looked forward to working with the Moldovan government to “fully re-evaluate and relaunch the citizenship by investment program”.
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Canceling Moldova CIP Now Would Mean “€3-4 Million Fine”: Parliament Approves 4-Month Freeze in Dual Reading
Upon expiry of the moratorium, the government will have the right to extend it for another two months.
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Moldova CIP Moratorium Likely to Last Four Months
“It is likely but not self-evident that after the moratorium, Law no. 1 will be withdrawn,” says Henley & Partners.
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UPDATE: Moldova Citizenship Program Temporarily Suspended, Consultation with Stakeholders to Optimize the Program
Don’t discount Moldova’s CIP just yet.
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Minister of Economy’s Statements on Moldova CIP Give Rise to Cautious Optimism
“We should not take any decisions in a rush,” said Minister Brînzan yesterday, adding that any contract annulation would cost Moldova several million euros.
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Moldova Update: Too Soon to Call CIP’s Future; Next Week Will Be Critical
Confusion about the Moldova CIP has been widespread this week. IMI explains what’s really going on and what the possible outcomes are for the program.
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Moldova’s New Governing Coalition Causes Uncertainty About CIP’s Future
Moldova’s new ruling coalition has explicitly stated that it intends to repeal the program.
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The Problem With Offering Passports in Country X as a Perk For Home Buyers in Country Y
It’s not a security issue and it’s not a moral issue. But it certainly is a PR headache.
Read moreMoldova CIP’s 250,000 Real Estate Option Just Months Away – Only Completed Projects Qualify
Moldova’s CIP is about to launch its real estate investment option, priced at 250,000 regardless of family size. Off-plan investments are ineligible, and all sales agreements are subject to independent evaluation.
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Moldovan Foreign Minister: By Boosting Development, CBI Shortens Distance to EU
Moldova’s Foreign Minister indicated that the CIP does not interfere with the goal of one day joining the EU – rather the opposite – and that he’s glad to have had private-sector partners to help structure the program.
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Moldova’s Citizenship Program Has Received 23 Applications so Far, State News Agency Reports
Yesterday, IMI reported that Moldova has already granted its first citizenship by investment. Today, Iulia Petuhov, Deputy Director of the
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