Program updates, policy changes, country comparisons, and practical immigration news.
The 2026 Global Residency Programs Index, compiled by Global Citizen Solutions, assessed 48 residency programs in 46 jurisdictions. Programs were scored on a 0‑100 scale across five weighted…
President Donald Trump signed two executive orders on August 6, 2026—Continuing to Protect the Meaning and Value of American Citizenship and Ending Birth Tourism—that aim to limit birthright citizenship by directing…
Gregor Nassief, founder and CEO of Secret Bay Resort & Residences, has pressed the Dominica government for an inquiry into what he describes as “illegal discounting” of citizenship‑by‑investment (CBI) sales. Over seven…
Joseph Boll, founder and CEO of Frederick Capital, discusses how he balances personal health, the evolving landscape of citizenship‑by‑investment (CBI) programs, and his strategic plans for the firm. Weekend…
On August 6 2026 the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) issued an occupation‑specific Skills Immigration (SI) draw that invited at least 500 candidates for provincial nomination. The draw targeted workers in five…
St Kitts and Nevis’ citizenship‑by‑investment (CBI) programme, the world’s first launched in 1984, underwent its most significant restructuring in 2026. The changes affect eligibility, documentation, and the investment landscape,…
Asian high‑net‑worth individuals (HNWIs) are increasingly using second‑passport programmes as part of broader wealth‑planning strategies. 2025 saw a record 142 000 millionaires expected to relocate, with forecasts pushing that…
China’s State Council has reinstated a registration regime for all agencies that provide emigration, visa and other exit‑entry services. Premier Li Qiang signed Order No. 841 on 22 July; the rules take…
Dubai’s business environment has remained robust despite recent regional tensions, with the emirate quickly restoring normal operations and continuing to attract international entrepreneurs. Speed of Company Formation Dubai’s…
Foreign scholars and industry experts can now work in Canada without a work permit when they serve as academic examiners, provided they meet newly published eligibility criteria. New…