In a significant policy development, the United States has identified seven countries operating Citizenship-by-Investment (CBI) programmes in an official travel-ban memorandum issued by the Department of State. The document raises concerns over the security risks posed by investment-based citizenship schemes, particularly those allowing…
A Global Competition for Talent: Why Mobility Now Means More Than Moving
In 2025, talent mobility is no longer just about relocating to a new country. Nations are fighting hard to attract exceptional individuals, entrepreneurs, specialists, innovators by offering carefully designed visas, tax incentives, and ecosystem advantages. Talent migration advisors explain that this movement isn’t…
EB-5 in 2025: Still Standing, Still Working
In the ever-evolving landscape of global residency and investment migration, one programme continues to endure: the U.S. EB-5 Immigrant Investor Visa. While discussions around new alternatives, including the proposed “Trump Gold Card,” have captured headlines in 2025, the EB-5 programme remains legally intact,…
Why Britain’s Millionaires Are Leaving: What the 2024 Exodus Tells Us About the UK’s Shifting Wealth Landscape
In the past decade, the United Kingdom has been one of the world’s top destinations for global wealth. But recent years have brought a sharp reversal. According to research, the UK saw a record net outflow of around 9,500 millionaires in 2024 alone—marking…
Argentina Eyes Investment Visa to Attract Global Capital: A First for South America
Argentina is getting ready to join the ranks of countries offering citizenship through investment and it’s a big deal. If all goes to plan, this will be the first programme of its kind in South America, giving foreign investors a chance to gain…
UK’s New Immigration White Paper 2025: A Turning Point for Global Talent, Students, and Employers
In a decisive policy move, the UK Government has released its long-awaited Immigration White Paper 2025, titled “Restoring Control over the Immigration System.” The publication outlines a comprehensive series of reforms aimed at significantly reducing net migration by 2029. Led by Prime Minister…
UK Considers Reviving Investor Visa to Drive Innovation and Growth
The UK government is reportedly exploring the introduction of a new investor visa scheme aimed at attracting high-net-worth individuals willing to invest in key sectors of the British economy. This move comes in the wake of the closure of the previous Tier 1…
UK Government Announces Extension of ILR Qualification Period to 10 Years for Skilled Worker Visa Holders
On 12 May 2025, the UK government unveiled a comprehensive immigration reform through a new white paper, which includes a significant change: extending the qualifying period for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) from 5 to 10 years for most migrants, including those on…
New Golden Visa: Kazakhstan Opens Doors to Long-Term Investors
Kazakhstan has officially entered the investment migration landscape with the launch of a Golden Visa programme designed to attract long-term investors. This marks a strategic move by the Central Asian nation to strengthen its global investment ties and position itself as a credible…
European Court of Justice Rules Against Malta’s Citizenship-by-Investment Scheme: A Turning Point for EU Integrity
In a landmark decision delivered on 29th April 2025, the European Court of Justice (ECJ) has ruled that Malta’s citizenship-by-investment (CBI) programme, commonly known as the “golden passport” scheme, is incompatible with European Union (EU) law. The Court’s judgement represents a significant shift…