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Backlog for Australia's Closed BIIP Could Take Decades to Clear, Says Agent
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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 article here. Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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This Week in IMI - May 22: Caribbean’s $80,000 Citizenship “Option”, Australia’s BIIP Decades-Long Backlog, Grenada Breaks Confidentiality with Burmese Investor, ++
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Our summary of the top stories in investment migration this week: 🌴 Caribbean $80,000 Citizenship “Option” 🇦🇺 Australia May Refund 18k BIIP Applicants 🇬🇩 Grenada Breaks Confidentiality with Burmese Investor 🇭🇺 Hungary’s Makes 3 Changes to Upcoming Golden Visa 🇹🇭 Thailand’s Proposal of Schengen-Style Visa 🌴 Caribbean’s Possible Hike of Real Estate P…
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Disclosing CBI Applicants' Identities Will "Ruin" The Business, Says Agent After Grenada Names Burmese Investor
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CBI units who name applicants "will ruin the entire proposition" of CBI in countries that don't allow dual citizenship, warns senior industry executive. View the full article here. Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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Price Hike Possible Also for CBI Real Estate Option, Reveals Grenada Developer
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"They'll want to keep a delta between (donations and real estate), says Richard Hallam, hinting that the price for real estate could rise. View the full article here. Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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Thai PM Proposes Schengen-Style Visa for Southeast Asia
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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 the full article here. Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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Grenada CIP Revenue Exceeds EC$1 Billion in Bumper Year
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Grenada collected more CBI revenue in 2023 than in the preceding five years combined but still has a backlog worth over half a billion EC$. View the full article here. Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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June 30th Caribbean Price Hike Deadline "Is A Bit Tight," Says Influential CBI Agent
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While Peters believes the four Caribbean countries fully intend to implement the MoA, he thinks the June 30th deadline is unrealistic. View the full article here. Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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Benin Proposes Law to Grant Citizenship to African Descendants
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Benin government proposes law to grant three-year passport with route to citizenship for individuals of African descent. View the full article here. Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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This Week in IMI - May 15: Grenada Breaks Records, Caribbean Deadline “Is a Bit Tight,” Proposal for Citizenship by Descent in Benin, ++
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Our summary of the news this week: 🇬🇩 Grenada Breaks Records 🌴 Caribbean Deadline “Is a Bit Tight” 🇧🇯 Benin Government Proposes Citizenship by Descent 🇨🇾 Cyprus's Startup Visa Off to Slow Start 🇨🇦 Canada's Startup Visa Has Workaround ++ Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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Cyprus Has Approved Only 4 of 51 Startup Visa Applications
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Cypriot authorities hope to turn the island into an "innovative tech hub," but its Startup Visa has produced limited tangible results. View the full article here. Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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Slava Apel on The Workaround That Brings Startup Visa Applicants to Canada in Just 1-2 Months
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While processing times for the Startup Visa average about 30 months, Slava Apel reveals a workaround for those eager to get to Canada sooner.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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Kiss: Much Faster Process, Lower Thresholds Key to Hungary Outcompeting EU Golden Visa Rivals
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"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.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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Everything You Need to Know About Hungarian Golden Visa Property Investment
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IMI Pro Csaba Magyar provides a step-by-step guide to how property investments work for Hungary's new Guest Investor Program.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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Bulgaria's Trade Representative Office Route to EU Permanent Residency
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Ivan Petrov details a path to EU residency for up to three individuals through Bulgaria's Trade Office Representative route.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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On The Consequences of New Caps for Canada's Startup Visa
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Nicolas Laurin urges designated organizations for Canada's Startup Visa to refrain from excessive price hikes in the wake of the new quotas.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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This Week in IMI - May 8: Bulgaria Offers Attractive PR Route, New Caps on Canada’s Startup Visa, Malaysia’s MM2H Overhauled… Again, ++
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Our summary of the news this week.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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Up To a Million Americans May Qualify for Armenian Citizenship by Descent
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Immigration lawyer Nerses Isajanyan explains everything you need to know about how and why to claim your Armenian citizenship by descent.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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The Harsh Reality of Illegal Passports: A Pilot's Cautionary Tale
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Leila Bagheri recounts the story of a young pilot who ruined his career after paying for a fast-track to Mexican "citizenship".By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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Turkey Launches Digital Nomad Visa, Plans Tech Visa Next
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However, only 32 nationalities are eligible, and local experts question the government's preparedness for processing applications.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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Malaysia's MM2H Program Undergoes Licensing Delays and Concerns Amid Major Revamp
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Malaysian government overhauls MM2H program; licensing delays worry agents as new regulations aim to streamline process and curb misconduct.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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Canada Restricts SUV Application Volume to Tackle Backlog
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Canada's government caps the number of Start Up Visa applications per designated organization to tackle a growing backlog of applications.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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Cyprus Proposes €250,000 Residency Program for Financially Independent People
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The Cypriot Parliament is debating the introduction of a new residency program requiring a €250,000 property investment and a €40,000 income.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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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”, ++
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Our summary of the news this week.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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"We'll Be Ready by June," Says CEO of Grenada CIU About Caribbean Price Increases
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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.”By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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Malta "Seriously Considering" Revoking Investor's Citizenship Following Money Laundering Conviction
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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.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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Caribbean CBI MoA to Bolster Rather Than Hinder Demand, Say Experts
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During Global Citizen Week, Caribbean CBI experts give their thoughts on the future of the Caribbean amid the implementation of the MoA.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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MSR Media Indicates its Lawsuit Over CBI Discounting Has Widened in Scope
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MSR Media says it may also sue CBI companies that enable discounting, and claims to have new evidence of criminal financial transactions.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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Asians Accounted for 9 in 10 EB-5 Visas Issued in 2023, But Tens of Thousands Still Waiting
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"Demand for the EB-5 program still sharply exceeds the limits established by the US Government, writes Varvara Latyntseva.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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Aiming to End Golden Visas, Spain Also Considers Legalizing Half a Million Illegal Immigrants
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"A few hundred golden visas a year can hardly affect a real estate market that sees almost a million transactions annually," writes Jacinto Soler Matutes.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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Russians, Iranians, and Iraqis: The Top Citizenship by Investment Property Investors in Turkey
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Foreigners bought 384,519 homes in Turkey over the last decade. In recent years, claims one newspaper, three-quarters were CBI investors.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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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, ++
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Our summary of the news this week.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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Hong Kong CIES: 50 Applications in First Month, Application No. 1 Approved in Just 23 Days
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Hong Kong authorities hope to attract 4,000 applicants a year. Hannah Ma analyzes why the first applicant gained approval in just 23 daysBy Christian Henrik Nesheim
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Everything You Need to Know About Italy's New Digital Nomad Visa
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Who exactly qualifies as a digital nomad, how does the application work, and what are the advantages of the visa? Nicolò Bolla explains.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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8 in 10 Canada Startup Visa Approvals Come From One Designated Organization Type
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Do angel groups, VC funds, or incubators have the highest Canada SUV approval rates? Slava Apel's FOIA data answer the question decisively.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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St. Lucia Opposition Accuses Govt. of Selling "Secret" Infrastructure Option for $80,000
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Allen Chastanet: "A particular developer has begun selling this option and, even more concerning, is the sub-par selling price of US$80,000.”By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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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, ++
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Our summary of the news this week.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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Spanish Govt. to "Start The Procedure to Eliminate" Golden Visa Program
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PM Sánchez says he is taking "measures to guarantee that housing is a right and not a mere speculative business.”By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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El Salvador to Offer "5,000 Free Passports" to Highly Skilled Immigrants
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"Despite the small number, their contributions will have a huge impact on our society and the future of our country," said President Bukele.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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Detailed Criteria for Cyprus' New 3-Year Citizenship Fast-Track
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Professionals must learn some Greek, earn €2,500 monthly, hold a degree, and have two years of relevant experience, explains Charles Savva.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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St. Lucia CIU "Not Against Signing MoA", 50-60% of Saint Kitts Govt Revenue From CBI
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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!"By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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Malaysia's PVIP Flounders, Attracting Only 23 Main Applicants
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Malaysia's PVIP flops, registering only a total of 47 applicants in over a year. Government may review the program.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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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, ++
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Our summary of the news this week.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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The UK Closing Its Non-Dom Regime Could Turn Out to Be a Big Mistake
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"By revoking the UK non-dom scheme, lawmakers could be risking much more than the flight of wealthy families," writes Mona Shah.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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Thailand's Privilege Card Memberships Surge Past 36,000 Amid Global Unrest
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Thailand's Elite Visa revamp boosts membership amid global unrest, aims for US$1.5bn revenue with a focus on new markets.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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The Looming Caribbean CBI Price Increase: A Shift Toward Harmony and Transparency
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Kevin Hosam commends the Caribbean effort to harmonize CBI thresholds but argues that it will only work if St. Lucia gets on board, too.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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Qatar Unveils 5-Year Entrepreneur Residency Program From $68,000
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To qualify for the program's entrepreneurship route, applicants will need a compelling business plan and endorsement from an incubator.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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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,++
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Our summary of the news this week.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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4 of 5 Caribbean CIPs Sign MoU on $200,000 Price Floor, Discounts-Prevention, Closer Regulatory Integration
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The CBI countries have agreed to a price floor and to make "underselling" practically unfeasible. But one country is conspicuously opting out.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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Greek Govt Announces New Golden Visa Rules: 4 Price Tiers From 250,000 to 800,000 euros
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Short-term rental is forbidden, but investors can qualify at EUR 250,000 throughout the country by renovating or converting properties.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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Japan to Launch Angel Investor Visa, Ease Investment Requirement for Entrepreneur Stream
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Japan is courting international investors and entrepreneurs in an effort to stimulate an economy weighed down by its demographic profile.By Christian Henrik Nesheim
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