Program updates, policy changes, country comparisons, and practical immigration news.
Buying property through a golden‑visa programme is often seen as a way to generate rental income while securing residency. However, the rules governing whether a golden‑visa property can…
Jordan’s citizenship‑by‑investment (CBI) program recorded a sharp increase in the first half of 2026, granting citizenship to 65 investors who contributed roughly JOD 72.3 million (US$102 million) in linked investments. Including…
The week’s investment‑migration commentary focused on how changes to visa‑free access and immigration rules could reshape the attractiveness and economics of citizenship‑by‑investment (CBI) programmes and related residency schemes.…
As of 2026 the Schengen Area comprises 29 European countries that have abolished routine passport controls at their mutual borders, allowing visa‑free short‑stay travel across the zone. Current…
The Tax Foundation’s Options for Reforming America’s Tax Code 3.0 models the fiscal and economic impact of four “no‑tax‑on” deductions that the Trump administration and bipartisan members of…
Canada’s finance ministry announced that full expensing for machinery, equipment and patent rights will become permanent, eliminating the scheduled phase‑out that was set to begin after 2029. The…
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) finalized just 2,420 proof‑of‑citizenship applications in July 2026, extending a month‑to‑month decline in processing speed. Recent processing figures January – May 2026: 28,940 certificates issued (average 5,788 per…
In the two‑week period from 30 August to 13 September 2026, Canada’s Express Entry pool grew by only 120 profiles, while the number of candidates with scores in the 471‑500 range fell by 2,085. At the…
Canada’s immigration department has issued a fresh round of 2,000 invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residence through the Express Entry system, targeting candidates in the Canadian Experience Class.…
Foreign investors seeking Panamanian permanent residency through the Qualified Investor Visa must consider not only the investment thresholds but also the solvency and track record of the developer…