Illinois Proposes Fixing Alcohol Taxes by Breaking Them Again
Illinois is considering changes to its alcohol tax rules, but the proposed fix may recreate constitutional and policy problems that have existed for decades. The issue centers on…
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New Zealand Adds Donation Option to NZ$5M Golden Visa
New Zealand’s Active Investor Plus (AIP) visa now permits applicants in the Growth category to count philanthropic donations toward the investment requirement. Effective 1 June 2026, up to 20 percent of the minimum NZ$5 million…
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Turkey’s Parliament Passes 20-Year Foreign Income Tax Holiday: What It Means for Investors and New Residents
Turkey’s parliament has approved a tax reform that gives new residents a 20‑year exemption from Turkish tax on qualifying foreign‑source income and a flat 1 % rate on inheritance…
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Why Turkish Families Are Seeking EU Residency in 2026
Turkish families are increasingly using European residency and second citizenship planning to create international mobility, education options, banking flexibility, and long-term family security. For many, the goal is…
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NZ Government Expands English Language Requirements for More AEWV Roles
New Zealand will require English‑language proof for a broader range of Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) applicants. From 1 June 2026, anyone applying for an AEWV role classified at ANZSCO or National Occupation…
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How to Get a O-1 USA Visa in 2026
The U.S. O-1 visa allows individuals with extraordinary achievements in fields such as business, science, sports, arts, and entertainment to live and work in the United States. It…
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LGBTQ Americans are getting expedited Canadian citizenship certificates
Eligible LGBTQ Americans with Canadian ancestry are being fast‑tracked through Canada’s proof‑of‑citizenship program, with some applicants receiving their citizenship certificates in as little as two weeks. The expedited…
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Canada holds second consecutive provincial nominee draw
Canada issued a second consecutive Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw on May 25 2026, inviting 334 candidates to apply for permanent residence through Express Entry. The draw required: A minimum Comprehensive…
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Education in Uruguay – A Complete Guide for Expats
Uruguay provides a secular, free education system that is compulsory from age 4 through the end of upper secondary school (age 18). Public schooling is free at every level—from early…
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IMI’s Global Property Scoreboard (GPS): Build a Global Property Portfolio on Data, Not Vibes
The Global Property Scoreboard (GPS) is a data‑driven tool that ranks cities on their long‑term attractiveness for residential real‑estate investment by foreign investors. It evaluates a wide range…