An article by Mona Shah, an expert in EB-5, shedding light on what the EB-5 industry can expect from a second Trump presidency. As Donald Trump once again ascends to the presidency, and the tumult of the recent election cycle subsides, a pressing…
Moving Trends: Where are Americans Moving to and Why?
This article is written by Mona Shah, Esq. and Rebecca S. Singh, Esq. In recent years, a significant trend has emerged among affluent Americans seeking second citizenships or residency in other countries. This phenomenon, driven by a variety of factors, has seen an…
I-526 Petitions increased to record numbers in January to March 2024
USCIS published forms receipt and processing data for FY2024 Q2 (January to March 2024) on the USCIS Immigration and Citizenship Data page. Its interesting to who are seeking a Green Card via the EB-5 program. For the first Quarter of 2024 you can…
Saint Lucia Joins Caribbean CIP MoA
ADD SAINT LUCIA Saint Lucia has officially signed the regional Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) for Citizenship by Investment Programs (CIPs), aligning with Caribbean nations such as St. Kitts, Antigua, Grenada, and Dominica, which all provide Citizenship By Investment. Announced on the 3rd June…
UK to reduce Net Migration in 2024
The UK has experienced high levels of immigration in recent years. The New Rules 2023 resulted in over 95,000 people immigrating to the UK through the various schemes such as Skilled Worker Visa. Recent rises are also the result of more students and…
Where to Get Residency and Citizenship by Real Estate Investment in 2024?
2024 Guide to Residency and Citizenship Investment via Real Estate It is obvious that investment in buying property is one of the most popular routes to Citizenship by Investment (CBI). If an applicant is looking to get his/her hand on a second passport,…
Top Greek Cities for Property Investment
Greece, with its stunning coastlines, rich history, and vibrant culture, has long been a popular tourist destination. Recently, it has also become a hot spot for real estate investors, particularly those seeking residency permits. Beyond beautiful beaches and ancient ruins, Greece offers the…
Pakistani Investment in Turkish Real Estate Plummets, New Destinations Emerge
Pakistani property investment in Turkey has plunged, marking a shift in global real estate trends. While Dubai attracts Pakistani business with its investment opportunities, other countries with established migration programs like the European Countries, the United States, Canada, and the UK are also becoming…
Cyprus Introduces €250,000 Residency Program for Global Investors
Cyprus introduces a novel residency plan, inviting global investors with a €250,000 investment requirement to bolster the nation’s economy. Applicants must prove a yearly income of €40,000, with €10,000 for each family member, and invest in private housing valued at a minimum of…
Rise of UK Permanent Residency Visa
UK Immigration for 2024; UK has been one of the preferred destinations for migration. Net migration in 2023 was at a record level, with more than 606,000 people coming to the UK than leaving. There are a variety of factors behind this including people arriving for work or study, as well as for humanitarian purposes, recent example are the unique events with Ukraine and Hong Kong. However, skilled worker route dominated 2023 and here are some key facts: