The Greek Golden Visa program offering permanent residence to non-EU nations investing at least EUR 250,000 in real estate in the country has failed to attract affluent investors. The country’s performance is particularly poor when compared with other Golden Visa programs offered by other EU nations. Greece issued 983 Golden Visas over a 28-month period…
The island nation of St. Kitts and Nevis is offering fast-track citizenship to individuals investing at least $200,000 in the country. Other nations in the region like Dominic and Grenada are popular among wealthy Chinese and Russian investors seeking citizenship in lieu of real estate investments in the countries. Around 2,000 investment immigrants have applied…
Antigua has issued over 800 passports to investment immigrants since the inception of its Antigua Citizenship by Investment program. Between June and December 2015, the program received 194 applications and over 300 passports were granted to successful applicants and their family members. Chinese citizens topped the list of successful applicants with 71 investment immigration applications…
The US Congress has extended the EB-5 Regional Center Program until September 30, 2016, without planned modifications. The program offers permanent residence to applicants investing $500,000 to $1 million in real estate projects which create at least 10 jobs for citizens or permanent residents in the country. The annual cap of 10,000 visas includes applicants…
With around 25,000 foreign residents and workers, Malta is a popular destination for wealthy investors seeking a better lifestyle and a second passport. Malta’s popularity was recognized by a survey conducted by The Wall Street Journal that ranked the country as the third-best destination for expats and UHNW investors alike. Another survey, EY’s Malta Attractiveness…