IMI Podcasts

Cyprus Court Allows Rejected CIP Investors to Challenge Citizenship Denials

12 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Having only approved 28% of pending applications, the Cypriot government is now legally bound to review hundreds of rejected CIP cases.View the full a...

St Kitts & Nevis Lowers CBI Contribution Price to Align With Caribbean Competitors

11 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Last month's Caribbean price changes left St. Kitts' donation option uncompetitive. Today, the ClU responds with new prices.View the full ar...

This Week in IMI - July 10: Grenada Extends Application Deadline, Portugal to Bring Back NHR, IMI Launches Nomad Visa Guide, ++

10 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our summary of the top stories in investment migration this week:🇬🇷 Greece Investors to Restore & Convert Properties 🇵🇹 Portugal Propo...

New Greek Golden Visa: Focus Will Be on Conversion and Restoration Options, Experts Agree

09 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

But specialists doubt whether the new rules will make housing more affordable for locals.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newslet...

Hong Kong CIES Receives 339 Applications in First Three Months

08 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hong Kong's revamped investment residency scheme sees an uptick in June applications and approvals in principle.View the full article here.Subscr...

Portuguese Gov’t Moves to Bring Back Watered-Down NHR Tax Regime

07 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The government will need support from at least one parliamentary wing to push through a version of the NHR mainly of interest to employees.View the fu...

Cyprus Revokes Citizenship of Two Russian Oligarchs Amid Investigations

06 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Cyprus revokes citizenship of two Russian oligarchs following investigations into 100 cases related to its CIP.View the full article here.Subscribe to...

Grenada Extends CBI Application Deadline Following Hurricane Beryl

05 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Grenada extends CBI application deadline allowing agents to submit in-progress applications under the old price structure until July 12th.View the ful...

Sabah Launches Own MM2H Program, Applications Open Today

04 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sabah officially opens its 10-year residency MM2H program with income, deposit, and real estate requirements.View the full article here.Subscribe to t...

This Week in IMI - July 3: All 5 Caribbean CIPs Have New Prices, Sabah Launches MM2H Program, Antigua Delays MoA Implementation 30 Days, ++

03 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our summary of the top stories in investment migration this week:🌴 All 5 Caribbean CIPs Have New Prices 🇲🇾 Sabah Launches MM2H Program 🇦...

Full House: All 5 Caribbean CIPs St Lucia Raises CIP Minimum Now Have New Prices Following Dominica Gazetting

02 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dominica doubles the CIP donation threshold while maintaining the real estate investment pricing but adjusts its related fees.View the full article he...

St Lucia Raises CIP Minimum Investment Thresholds

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

St Lucia CIP announces new prices from Monday but with a 30-day grace period.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here.

Grenada CIP Issues New Prices, In Force From Monday

29 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

IMA Grenada's chief executive Thomas Anthony keeps his word: Grenada's citizenship by investment program will have new prices from Monday.Vi...

Antigua CIU Announces New Price Thresholds But Delays Implementation of MoA by 30 Days

28 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Antigua & Barbuda indicated it was unable to implement the necessary legislative changes on time for the June 30 deadline.View the full article he...

St Lucia Opposition Leader Threatens Legal Action Over St Lucia's CIP

27 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chastanet says the PM must consider if St Lucia's infrastructure option was "deliberately designed to emulate the St Kitts prison fiasco.&qu...

This Week in IMI - June 26: St Lucia Leader Threatens Legal Action Over CIP, Vanuatu Defends Giving Citizenship to Convict, ++

26 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our summary of the top stories in investment migration this week:🇱🇨 St Lucia Leader Threatens Legal Action Over CIP🇻🇺 Vanuatu Defends Givi...

OECS Statement Confirms St Lucia's Signing of MoA, Raises More Questions

25 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

OECS confirms St Lucia's signing of the MoA and commits to the June 30 deadline. Raises questions about legislation and upcoming procedures.View ...

Vanuatu Defends Granting Citizenship to Convicted Businessman Amid Passport Misuse Allegations

24 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Vanuatu stated that Spira cleared background checks from INTERPOL and Vanuatu's Financial Intelligence Unit when he applied to the CIP.View the f...

EB-S Golden Age? Application: Volume, Processing Efficiency, and Project Quality All Rising

23 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

1,879 investors started their EB-5 journey in Q2, 2024. Varvara Latyntseva sees signs a new EB-5 golden age is now in the making.View the full article...

Malaysia Announces New MM2H Rules, Scraps Route to PR

22 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Malaysia unveils new MM2h regulations, removes PR pathway, adjusts investment amounts, and issues updated license renewal criteria.View the full artic...

Malta and European Commission Face Off in Court: Detailed Summary of Yesterday's Hearing

21 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Judges question if genuine links are a real requirement, Malta bases defense on national sovereignty, historical precedent, and rigorous due diligence...

Saint Kitts Establishes "Continuing Due Diligence Unit" Headquartered in Europe

20 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Unit, explained the PM, would alert the government whenever a CBI-approved citizen became the subject of criminal investigations.View the full art...

This Week in IMI - June 19: Malta and EU Face Off, St Kitts CIP to Open Due Diligence Office in Europe, Egypt CBI Demand “Massive”, ++

19 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our summary of the top stories in investment migration this week:🇲🇹 🇪🇺 Malta and EU Face Off in Court 🇰🇳 St Kitts & Nevis CIP to...

Demand is "Massive and Organic": Hany Mostafa Moawad on Property Investment in Egypt

18 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hany Mostafa Moawad says strong local demand-driven by a demographic dividend means foreign buyers need not worry about inflated markups.View the full...

Hilaire Defends CIP, Rejects Martinez' Claims

17 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hilaire brands MSR's claims as "false, baseless, malicious, and scandalous" and accuses Chastanet of creating the CIP Wild West.”View...

Mercan Responds to Operation Babel Charges

16 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Mercan Properties refutes wrongdoing in Operation Babel corruption probe, as former deputy mayor and prominent developers face charges.View the full a...

#32: The Best Citizenships in Latin America, with MyLatinLife and Bowtied Mara

15 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, IMI hosted the men behind two prominent X accounts in the global citizenship space: Bowtied Mara and My Latin Life. We discussed:The ...

Portugal's New Immigration Measures: Strategic Focus on Continuing to Attract Foreign Citizens Talent

15 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Laura Madrid Sartoretto provides a detailed analysis on the new government's comprehensive reform of Portugal's immigration system.View ...

St Lucia CIU Boss Rejects Martinez Claims: Saw No Substantiating Evidence During Meeting in DC, Did Not Implicate Hilaire

14 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Emmanuel says he never implied any wrongdoing on DPM Hilaire's part and that Martinez showed him no evidence to substantiate the RICO claims.View...

Cyprus Revokes Jho Low's Citizenship

13 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Cypriot Cabinet officially strips Jho Low of citizenship after an independent commission rejected his appeal.View the full article here.Subscribe to t...

The (Nearly) Free, Entirely Remote, 3-Year Path to Armenian Citizenship

13 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For a few thousand dollars, you can get permanent residency in Armenia, with a 3-year path to citizenship with no minimum stay requirements.View the f...

This Week in IMI - June 12: MSR Adds St Lucia Deputy PM to Case, Armenia’s Nearly Free Residency, Cyprus Revokes a Citizenship, ++

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our summary of the top stories in investment migration this week:🇱🇨 MSR Media Adds St Lucia Deputy PM to RICO Case 🇦🇲 Armenia’s Nearly ...

MSR Case: Insiders Visit DC as Martinez Adds Deputy PM Hilaire to RICO Case, Deflects Financial Restitution Questions

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"A lot of people are coming to see us in Washington DC because they're scared," says Philippe Martinez on Saint Lucian TV.View the full...

EU vs Malta Citizenship Sales Court Hearing on June 17th: "Commission Has Zero Chance," Says Kochenov

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As the Commission and Malta prepare to face off in court, Prof. Kochenov stands by his 2020 forecast: "The Commission will be humiliated.”View ...

Americans "Don't Want to Die Working": Mona Shah on Why Outbound US Migration is Soaring

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Not only are rich Americans increasingly moving abroad; even foreigners who initially came to the US on EB-5 visas are now leaving, says Shah.View the...

St. Lucia PM Confirms MoA Signing, Proposes Annual Quota, Minimum Net Worth, On-Island Escrow

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Saint Lucia's PM declares his intention to sign the MoA, and has already made recommendations of his own for its "further strengthening.”V...

New Portuguese Gov't. to Add "Solidarity Investment" Option to Golden Visa Program

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The gov't. plans to channel capital from foreign investors to projects that would help integrate immigrants. Just don't call it a golden vis...

This Week in IMI - June 5: St Lucia Confirms MoA Signing, Portugal Adds Investment Option to Golden Visa, EU to Revoke Vanuatu’s Visa-Free Access, ++

05 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our summary of the top stories in investment migration this week:🇱🇨 St Lucia Confirms MoA Signing 🇵🇹 Portugal Adds Investment Option to Go...

EU Commission Proposes Permanent Suspension of Vanuatu's Visa-Free Schengen

04 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

After two years of temporary suspension, the European Commission believes Vanuatu hasn't adequately addressed its security concerns.View the full...

Average Processing Time for Greece Golden Visa Now Exceeds 18 Months

04 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Two-thirds of applications submitted last year (and 8% of those from 2022) remain unprocessed as elevated demand continues unabated.View the full arti...

Cyprus to Probe 100 Cases Involving "Problematic" Citizenship Investors

03 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The 100 or so cases include ones in which the investors are criminal fugitives, didn't finalize the investments, or only pretended to do so.View ...

Thailand Introduces Practically Free Visa for Digital Nomads and Remote Workers

02 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For just over $500, you can stay in Thailand for up to a year, and six months a year after that, thanks to the new Destination Thailand Visa.View the ...

Expect Avalanche of US Expatriation This Year, Regardless of Who Wins The Election

01 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If the Supreme Court outlaws tax on unrealized capital gains, the major barrier to Americans leaving disappears, says Lesperance.View the full article...

St. Kitts PM: Prepared to "Revoke Citizenships Obtained by Fraud”

31 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PM Drew has already given the go-ahead for the judicial review and is the second regional PM this week to say he is ready to revoke citizenships.View ...

UAE Golden Visa Approval Volume Doubles to 158,000 in 2023

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The UAE's golden visa approval volume doubled again last year, buoyed by a surge in Russian real estate investment.View the full article here.Sub...

Egypt Citizenship by Investment Program Has Received "Around 1,000 Applications", Says CIU

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

He also revealed that, so far, about three-quarters of applicants have been Syrians.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter h...

Hungary Enacts 3 Consequential Changes to Its Upcoming Guest Investor Program

26 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Before the program has even formally launched, Hungary's parliament has already amended rules governing the GIP that's opening this summer.V...

Clients Starting to Think of $80,000 Discount as "A Third Official Option": Anastasia Barna

24 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anastasia Barna says clients who have qualified for Caribbean citizenship via "the $80,000 option" are running the risk of revocation.View t...

Backlog for Australia's Closed BIIP Could Take Decades to Clear, Says Agent

23 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

James Hall says a tiny annual quota and a huge backlog imply decades of waiting. But Australia may soon introduce a new investor visa.View the full ar...

This Week in IMI - May 22: Caribbean’s $80,000 Citizenship “Option”, Australia’s BIIP Decades-Long Backlog, Grenada Breaks Confidentiality with Burmese Investor, ++

22 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our summary of the top stories in investment migration this week:🌴 Caribbean $80,000 Citizenship “Option”🇦🇺 Australia May Refund 18k BIIP...

Disclosing CBI Applicants' Identities Will "Ruin" The Business, Says Agent After Grenada Names Burmese Investor

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

CBI units who name applicants "will ruin the entire proposition" of CBI in countries that don't allow dual citizenship, warns senior in...

Price Hike Possible Also for CBI Real Estate Option, Reveals Grenada Developer

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"They'll want to keep a delta between (donations and real estate), says Richard Hallam, hinting that the price for real estate could rise.Vi...

Thai PM Proposes Schengen-Style Visa for Southeast Asia

19 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Thailand's PM hopes to boost tourism in the region, which sees about 70 million travelers a year, by making it available on a single visa.View th...

Grenada CIP Revenue Exceeds EC$1 Billion in Bumper Year

18 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Grenada collected more CBI revenue in 2023 than in the preceding five years combined but still has a backlog worth over half a billion EC$.View the fu...

June 30th Caribbean Price Hike Deadline "Is A Bit Tight," Says Influential CBI Agent

17 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

While Peters believes the four Caribbean countries fully intend to implement the MoA, he thinks the June 30th deadline is unrealistic.View the full ar...

Benin Proposes Law to Grant Citizenship to African Descendants

16 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Benin government proposes law to grant three-year passport with route to citizenship for individuals of African descent.View the full article here.Sub...

This Week in IMI - May 15: Grenada Breaks Records, Caribbean Deadline “Is a Bit Tight,” Proposal for Citizenship by Descent in Benin, ++

15 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our summary of the news this week:🇬🇩 Grenada Breaks Records🌴 Caribbean Deadline “Is a Bit Tight”🇧🇯 Benin Government Proposes Citize...

Cyprus Has Approved Only 4 of 51 Startup Visa Applications

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Cypriot authorities hope to turn the island into an "innovative tech hub," but its Startup Visa has produced limited tangible results.View t...

Slava Apel on The Workaround That Brings Startup Visa Applicants to Canada in Just 1-2 Months

13 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

While processing times for the Startup Visa average about 30 months, Slava Apel reveals a workaround for those eager to get to Canada sooner.

Kiss: Much Faster Process, Lower Thresholds Key to Hungary Outcompeting EU Golden Visa Rivals

12 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"If they are processed in three months also this time, then this program will be the best, because clients want to see results," says Kiss.

Everything You Need to Know About Hungarian Golden Visa Property Investment

11 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

IMI Pro Csaba Magyar provides a step-by-step guide to how property investments work for Hungary's new Guest Investor Program.

Bulgaria's Trade Representative Office Route to EU Permanent Residency

10 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ivan Petrov details a path to EU residency for up to three individuals through Bulgaria's Trade Office Representative route.

On The Consequences of New Caps for Canada's Startup Visa

09 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Nicolas Laurin urges designated organizations for Canada's Startup Visa to refrain from excessive price hikes in the wake of the new quotas.

This Week in IMI - May 8: Bulgaria Offers Attractive PR Route, New Caps on Canada’s Startup Visa, Malaysia’s MM2H Overhauled… Again, ++

08 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our summary of the news this week.

Up To a Million Americans May Qualify for Armenian Citizenship by Descent

07 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Immigration lawyer Nerses Isajanyan explains everything you need to know about how and why to claim your Armenian citizenship by descent.

The Harsh Reality of Illegal Passports: A Pilot's Cautionary Tale

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Leila Bagheri recounts the story of a young pilot who ruined his career after paying for a fast-track to Mexican "citizenship".

Turkey Launches Digital Nomad Visa, Plans Tech Visa Next

05 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

However, only 32 nationalities are eligible, and local experts question the government's preparedness for processing applications.

Malaysia's MM2H Program Undergoes Licensing Delays and Concerns Amid Major Revamp

03 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Malaysian government overhauls MM2H program; licensing delays worry agents as new regulations aim to streamline process and curb misconduct.

Canada Restricts SUV Application Volume to Tackle Backlog

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Canada's government caps the number of Start Up Visa applications per designated organization to tackle a growing backlog of applications.

Cyprus Proposes €250,000 Residency Program for Financially Independent People

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Cypriot Parliament is debating the introduction of a new residency program requiring a €250,000 property investment and a €40,000 income.

This Week in IMI - Apr 30: MSR Broadens CBI Discounting Lawsuit, CBI MoA to Bolster Demand, Grenada CIU CEO Says “We’ll Be Ready by June”, ++

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our summary of the news this week.

"We'll Be Ready by June," Says CEO of Grenada CIU About Caribbean Price Increases

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

He also says that if the MoA isn't enough to allay EU fears, "it will be clear that they have reasons other than national security concerns....

Malta "Seriously Considering" Revoking Investor's Citizenship Following Money Laundering Conviction

27 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A UK court has sentenced a 24-year-old Russian to seven years in prison for money laundering. Malta weighs whether to revoke his citizenship.

Caribbean CBI MoA to Bolster Rather Than Hinder Demand, Say Experts

26 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

During Global Citizen Week, Caribbean CBI experts give their thoughts on the future of the Caribbean amid the implementation of the MoA.

MSR Media Indicates its Lawsuit Over CBI Discounting Has Widened in Scope

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

MSR Media says it may also sue CBI companies that enable discounting, and claims to have new evidence of criminal financial transactions.

Asians Accounted for 9 in 10 EB-5 Visas Issued in 2023, But Tens of Thousands Still Waiting

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"Demand for the EB-5 program still sharply exceeds the limits established by the US Government, writes Varvara Latyntseva.

Aiming to End Golden Visas, Spain Also Considers Legalizing Half a Million Illegal Immigrants

18 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"A few hundred golden visas a year can hardly affect a real estate market that sees almost a million transactions annually," writes Jacinto ...

Russians, Iranians, and Iraqis: The Top Citizenship by Investment Property Investors in Turkey

17 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Foreigners bought 384,519 homes in Turkey over the last decade. In recent years, claims one newspaper, three-quarters were CBI investors.

This Week in IMI - Apr 16: Former PM of St. Lucia Accuses Govt of Selling “Secret” Option, Hong Kong CIES Relaunches to Success, Italy’s New Digital Nomad Visa Revealed, ++

16 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our summary of the news this week.

Hong Kong CIES: 50 Applications in First Month, Application No. 1 Approved in Just 23 Days

15 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hong Kong authorities hope to attract 4,000 applicants a year. Hannah Ma analyzes why the first applicant gained approval in just 23 days

Everything You Need to Know About Italy's New Digital Nomad Visa

13 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Who exactly qualifies as a digital nomad, how does the application work, and what are the advantages of the visa? Nicolò Bolla explains.

8 in 10 Canada Startup Visa Approvals Come From One Designated Organization Type

12 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do angel groups, VC funds, or incubators have the highest Canada SUV approval rates? Slava Apel's FOIA data answer the question decisively.

St. Lucia Opposition Accuses Govt. of Selling "Secret" Infrastructure Option for $80,000

11 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Allen Chastanet: "A particular developer has begun selling this option and, even more concerning, is the sub-par selling price of US$80,000.”

This Week in IMI - Apr 10: Spain Eliminating Golden Visa Program, El Salvador to Offer 5,000 Free Passports, Details on Cyprus’s Fast-Track Citizenship, ++

10 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our summary of the news this week.

Spanish Govt. to "Start The Procedure to Eliminate" Golden Visa Program

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PM Sánchez says he is taking "measures to guarantee that housing is a right and not a mere speculative business.”

El Salvador to Offer "5,000 Free Passports" to Highly Skilled Immigrants

08 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"Despite the small number, their contributions will have a huge impact on our society and the future of our country," said President Bukele.

Detailed Criteria for Cyprus' New 3-Year Citizenship Fast-Track

06 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Professionals must learn some Greek, earn €2,500 monthly, hold a degree, and have two years of relevant experience, explains Charles Savva.

St. Lucia CIU "Not Against Signing MoA", 50-60% of Saint Kitts Govt Revenue From CBI

05 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

50-60% of St Kitts govt. revenue from CBI. St Lucia had asked for more time to consider MoA, but other countries "went ahead and signed!"

Malaysia's PVIP Flounders, Attracting Only 23 Main Applicants

04 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Malaysia's PVIP flops, registering only a total of 47 applicants in over a year. Government may review the program.

This Week in IMI - Apr 3: Qatar Reveals 5-Year Residency Program, Thailand’s Privilege Card Program Sees 108% Increase, UK’s Ability to Attract Investment Diminished, ++

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our summary of the news this week.

The UK Closing Its Non-Dom Regime Could Turn Out to Be a Big Mistake

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"By revoking the UK non-dom scheme, lawmakers could be risking much more than the flight of wealthy families," writes Mona Shah.

Thailand's Privilege Card Memberships Surge Past 36,000 Amid Global Unrest

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Thailand's Elite Visa revamp boosts membership amid global unrest, aims for US$1.5bn revenue with a focus on new markets.

The Looming Caribbean CBI Price Increase: A Shift Toward Harmony and Transparency

29 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kevin Hosam commends the Caribbean effort to harmonize CBI thresholds but argues that it will only work if St. Lucia gets on board, too.

Qatar Unveils 5-Year Entrepreneur Residency Program From $68,000

28 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

To qualify for the program's entrepreneurship route, applicants will need a compelling business plan and endorsement from an incubator.

This Week in IMI - Mar 26: Caribbean CIPs Agree on Price Floor, Greek Golden Visa Gets New Price Tiers, EU Eyes Visa-Ban for CBI Countries,++

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our summary of the news this week.

4 of 5 Caribbean CIPs Sign MoU on $200,000 Price Floor, Discounts-Prevention, Closer Regulatory Integration

25 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The CBI countries have agreed to a price floor and to make "underselling" practically unfeasible. But one country is conspicuously opting ou...

Greek Govt Announces New Golden Visa Rules: 4 Price Tiers From 250,000 to 800,000 euros

22 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Short-term rental is forbidden, but investors can qualify at EUR 250,000 throughout the country by renovating or converting properties.

Japan to Launch Angel Investor Visa, Ease Investment Requirement for Entrepreneur Stream

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Japan is courting international investors and entrepreneurs in an effort to stimulate an economy weighed down by its demographic profile.

Greece Considers Ban on Short-Term Rentals for Golden Visa Properties

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Officials are reportedly debating whether to include a ban in the new set of real estate rules it plans to bring to parliament "next week.

Greek Golden Visa Non-Real Estate Investment Thresholds Changing on March 31st

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Fund investments become cheaper and are likely to become more popular with the expected introduction of higher real estate minimums.