Demand for the Latvian investment immigration scheme fell sharply with an 83% reduction in investments in the first half of 2015 as compared to the first six months of 2014. The fall in investment is being attributed to the increase in minimum investments and economic problems in Russia. Source: Shanghaidaily.com
With demand for investment immigration programs growing all over the world, there are calls for the Bermuda government to relook its 2012 proposal to offer commercial immigration to wealthy investors. An aging population and a prolonged recession have led to calls for Bermuda to attract wealthy investors through fast-track permanent residence. Source: Royalgazette.com
With demand for investment immigration programs growing all over the world, there are calls for the Bermuda government to relook its 2012 proposal to offer commercial immigration to wealthy investors. An aging population and a prolonged recession have led to calls for Bermuda to attract wealthy investors through fast-track permanent residence. Source: Royalgazette.com
There are fears that recent changes to the SIV program combined with currency export controls in China may have a negative effect on market sentiments. However, property developers claim that the revamped Significant Investor Visa Program is unlikely to hit the property construction boom that has been led primarily by demand for apartments. Source: AFR.com
Instead of the widely-expected five-year renewal, the US EB-5 program has been temporarily extended till December 11, 2015. This has led to speculation that the minimum investments limit, job-creation norms, and other aspects of the program may be subject to comprehensive reform prior to the renewal. Source: JDsupra.com