Blog of citizenship by investment programs

On June 3, 2024, Portuguese Government announced its new Action Plan for Migration. Including Measure 32, which promises to “create an instrument to channel private capital into social investment in immigrant integration projects.” The new Portuguese government would also apply the Social Impact Bonds model to the area of migration to increase opportunities for integration into the labor market and working conditions. Nevertheless, the Government insists on not referring to the new social investment option as a “Portugal Golden Visa.”

June 14, 2024
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// GOLDEN VISA, GREECE, REAL ESTATE

Greece Golden Visa for real estate from €250,000 only until 30th of August, 2024

Now, when there are two and a half months left before the price of investments under the “Greece Golden Visa” goes up, the program is at the peak of its popularity. In addition to last minute dates, there are other factors in favor of this decision. So, unlike Spain and Portugal, Greece issues a “Golden Visa” for 5 years at once. The minimum value of real estate under the program under current conditions is €250,000. However, the requirements for the amount depend on the location of the property.

June 5, 2024
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// CARIBBEAN CITIZENSHIP, CIP’S INDUSTRY

Citizenship of Saint Lucia: fifth Caribbean country signs memorandum

On June 3, 2024, the Prime Minister of Saint Lucia, Philip J. Pierre, issued a statement announcing that state's accession to the other Caribbean CIP Founders' Memorandum (MoA). Whereas, according to the Memorandum, none of the Caribbean CIP countries will offer to applicants an investment lower than USD 200,000.

May 30, 2024
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// CITIZENSHIP, Egypt, REAL ESTATE

Egyptian citizenship for the purchase of real estate. Processing features

Egypt has one of the newest citizenship investment programs on the market. It was launched during the pandemic, and even went through a number of reforms to improve the conditions. At the moment, "Egyptian Citizenship by investment" is not as well-known as, for example, the CIP programs of the Caribbean countries. That is why the processing speed in Egypt can be much faster, since there is not a large flow of applications at the moment. So, who is this CBI program for?

May 24, 2024
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// ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA, CARIBBEAN, CARIBBEAN CITIZENSHIP, DOMINICA, GRENADA, NEWS, SAINT LUCIA, ST. KITTS AND NEVIS

Rising Caribbean CBI Prices Prompt Urgency Among Crypto Investors

Bitcoin and Ethereum are surging, attracting investors amid market volatility. Meanwhile, Caribbean Citizenship by Investment offers a stable option, with the current $100,000 cost doubling by June 30, 2024, making it a prime moment for crypto holders to secure second citizenship.

May 22, 2024
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// NEW ZEALAND, PERMANENT RESIDENCY

New Zealand Active Investor Plus Visa: unique combined investment

The New Zealand Active Investor Plus visa is now available for investors to apply for residency in New Zealand (requires minimum investment of NZD 5 million). The main feature of the program is the ability to combine several types of investment opportunities at once. In this way, the applicant can reduce its investment risks. It is noteworthy that the New Zealand program has evolved over the course of its work. Local legislators took into account all previous experience working with investors to make their proposal more competitive in the investment residency market.

May 20, 2024
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// CARIBBEAN CITIZENSHIP, CITIZENSHIP, NEWS

China’s Visa-Free Travel Policy Increases Mobility for CBI Holders

China's updated visa policies boost tourism and ease business travel, including new visa-free access. For CBI investors, this added China visa-free travel increases the value of second passports by enhancing access to a major global economy.

May 18, 2024
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// CITIZENSHIP, GOLDEN VISA

How to Invest in Citizeneship or Residency

This guide dives into the intricacies of investing in residency and citizenship, outlining a pathway to becoming a global citizen.

May 17, 2024
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// CARIBBEAN, CARIBBEAN CITIZENSHIP, CITIZENSHIP, DOMINICA, GRENADA, NEWS, SAINT LUCIA, ST. KITTS AND NEVIS

The Caribbean’s New CBI MoA is a Bold Leap Forward

The Caribbean's Citizenship by Investment Programs (CIPs) are stepping into a new era with the introduction of a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA), marking a significant shift towards harmonizing the management, pricing, and processing these programs.

May 16, 2024
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// CIP’S INDUSTRY, NEWS

Apex Capital Partners participating the main events in CIP industry this Spring

Global Citizen Week Cairo, America Outbound Summit, Canadian Bitcoin conference in Montreal – Apex Capital Partners not only took part in these business events, but also sponsored them.

May 15, 2024
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// CITIZENSHIP, CYPRUS, Egypt, VANUATU

Countries You Didn’t Know Offer Investment Migration

The world of Citizenship by Investment (CBI) is broader than many realize, encompassing well-trodden paths and less-known yet equally enticing routes. This guide shines a light on the citizenship and residency by investment programs of Vanuatu, Egypt, Cyprus, and Turkey, offering investors new opportunities for global mobility and financial diversification.