Program updates, policy changes, country comparisons, and practical immigration news.
Vanuatu’s citizenship‑by‑investment (CBI) programmes generated VT 11.4 billion (US $95.5 million) in the first six months of 2026, accounting for roughly 39 % of the VT 29 billion the government collected (excluding donor funds). The…
The Greek Golden Visa program grants non‑EU investors residency and Schengen‑area travel rights when they purchase property in Greece. While the standard route requires a residential purchase of at…
Canada has opened a third land border crossing at the Gordie Howe International Bridge, adding a 24‑hour, toll‑based port of entry between Windsor, Ontario and Detroit, Michigan. The bridge,…
The United States’ tariff regime introduced during the Trump administration and largely maintained under the Biden administration has generated billions of dollars in customs duties while modestly depressing…
Citizenship that is granted at birth can be lost automatically if families do not meet specific retention requirements. Several countries—particularly in Northern Europe and East Asia—impose filing deadlines,…
Tax policy influences the size of the U.S. economy and the income of Americans by altering incentives for work and investment. The Tax Foundation’s general‑equilibrium model captures how…
Portuguese corporate bonds have emerged as a relatively low‑profile asset class that offers attractive yields and capital‑preservation benefits, making them a compelling option for diversified fixed‑income portfolios in…
The European Union has given the five Eastern Caribbean states that run citizenship‑by‑investment (CBI) programmes – Antigua and Barbuda, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Dominica and Grenada…
Dubai has moved from passively attracting capital to actively courting global wealth, a shift underscored by a new strategic partnership between the emirate’s Department of Economy and Tourism…
Applying for a proof of Canadian citizenship certificate as a citizen by descent often raises practical questions that go beyond the basic IRCC instructions. Below are the most…