Over the last few months, we have seen a sudden rush to complete the EB-5 application submissions due to the upcoming change in EB-5 rules and investment amounts effective Nov 21, 2019. The EB5 community and our attorneys have been extremely busy processing…
Temporary Suspension of the Quebec Investor Immigration Program (QIIP) – With Alternative Programs From 1 November 2019
The Quebec Investor Immigration Program (QIIP) has temporarily suspended receiving the application of investors, during which there will be a review of the QIIP program. Those who submitted their applications prior to the closing of the intake window deadline of 1st November 2019…
With less than 5 weeks until the EB-5 changes, US Green Card application, especially with South African HNWIs rushing to invest
As the 21st of November approaches, applications for the US EB-5 visa have been soaring and it is good news that the Continuing Resolution – extending the EB-5 Regional Center Program to 21 November – was signed by President Trump. This allows enough time…
Selecting A Tech Company For Investment Immigration
How do you select a tech company to invest in for your immigration by investment? Selecting a good investment is important for a couple of reasons – 1) ensure the safety and return of your capital along with a return on investment and;…
Golden Visa – Residence permit for Activity Investment (ARI)
What is the Residence Permit program for Activity Investment? It is a legal program that allows citizens who are third-country nationals to obtain authorised temporary residence for investment activity with the residence visa waiver. What are the advantages? (a) Enter Portugal without a…
First Ever Indian Has Their USA E-2 Visa Application Granted Through the Grenada Citizenship by Investment Programme
BLS Global are pleased to announce that a USA E-2 visa has been successfully granted for the first time ever to an Indian citizen via the US Embassy Barbados. The breakthrough application will likely be the first of many as more and more…
Preparing for the Greek Citizenship 2020
Following the announcement of the Greek citizenship-by-investment programme (GCBI) that will be coming out in the first quarter of 2020, there are certain potential requirements that will come in place for real estate investment. The eligibility requirements are temporarily reported to be as…
Shortage Occupation List to include Architects, Veterinarians and Web Designers
The Shortage Occupation list changes on 6 October to include web design and development professionals, veterinarians and architects. Jobs on the shortage occupation list score additional points in the visa application process, to give the professions priorities over other applications. This will facilitate…
EB5 – Technology vs Real Estate Investments
Recently some emerging technology companies have turned to EB5 capital raise to execute their growth strategy. Many investors do not realize that technology companies are offering a much better job creation opportunity and has a much higher overall value return potential. Technology traditionally…
USA Senator Petitions Under the Congressional Review Act Against the New EB-5 Regulations
With the new regulations coming into effect on 21 November 2019, the Senator Rand Paul is looking to make use of the Congressional Review Act to petition against the new rules. This Act will give the senator a 60-day period to obtain support…