Due diligence. How are applicants for the Citizenship by Investment programs checked?
When looking at some marketing materials for Citizenship by Investment programs, it may seem that all you need to do is select an investment from the options offered, declare your desire to participate, and provide some basic information about yourself. However, the CIP founders of the programs want to know who they are accepting, how this candidate earned his funds. Now, when the programs are under close attention in the international media, as well as from European politicians, the quality of checks is especially important for preserving the reputation of the citizenship programs, and therefore their existence.
How to Obtain Citizenship by Investment Without Residency
Citizenship by investment without residency offers a fast, legal path to second citizenship—no relocation required. This strategy is ideal for globally minded investors looking to strengthen their international footprint while maintaining full mobility and operational freedom. Apex Capital Partners outlines how and where to apply, with insights on timelines, investment types, and program structures.
How to Choose the Right Citizenship By Investment Program for You
Choosing the right Citizenship By Investment program in 2025 means aligning your financial goals with evolving global regulations. This guide breaks down the most up-to-date program options—including new minimums, closed EU offerings, and key differences across the Caribbean and Turkey—to help investors make informed, strategic decisions.
How will the St. Kitts Citizenship by Investment program change in 2025?
«A residency clause will be part of the new (CBI) law. Let me say that clearly, residency clause and biometrics», Prime Minister Terrance Drew of Saint Kitts and Nevis said in his interview for a local radio station, ZIZ Radio.So, a major player in the region’s immigration services market will introduce mandatory residency for those applying for St. Kitts citizenship. According to the Prime Minister, changes to the law will be made in the coming weeks. It is expected that other countries in the region will follow St. Kitts in introducing similar measures. How will this decision affect applicants?
U.S. Investors Are Recalibrating: Citizenship by Investment Becomes a Key Strategy in 2025
As global mobility tightens and traditional residency programs face EU pushback, U.S. investors are turning to citizenship by investment to secure freedom, diversification, and tax advantages. From the Caribbean to Southeast Asia, second passports are no longer luxuries—they’re essential tools for the internationally minded. This shift reflects a growing awareness that sovereignty starts with optionality—and the smart money is acting accordingly.
Why More Americans Are Securing a Plan B Passport in 2025
As uncertainty grips the United States in 2025, a record number of Americans—particularly wealthy investors and entrepreneurs—are seeking second citizenships or residencies abroad. Once a fringe concept, having a “Plan B passport” is now seen as a strategic move for tax efficiency, political stability, and global mobility. With interest surging post-election, firms like Apex Capital Partners are helping U.S. citizens explore these increasingly vital options.
The Apex Guide to Investment Migration for Families in 2025
In 2025, investment migration remains a powerful tool for families seeking greater freedom, financial security, and long-term opportunity. Whether through citizenship or residency by investment, these programs offer access to better education, healthcare, and global mobility. This guide breaks down the most effective options for families—highlighting processing times, investment thresholds, and pathways to second citizenship.
Caribbean Citizenship: Key Programs and Current Rules in 2025
In 2025, Caribbean programs are still the most popular in the world, thanks to well-established processing and the privileges of visa-free travel around the world. To maintain this status, the founding countries of the Caribbean Citizenship by Investment programs continue to constantly fight with European parliamentarians, proving transparency and a high level of processing.
In mid-May 2025, a series of meetings took place in the Caribbean between the heads of the units of the Citizenship by Investment programs of the states of Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, as well as lawyers who are jointly developing a local Regulator. This is a continuation of the course announced in March 2024, when the so-called Memorandum was published.
The Apex Guide to Citizenship By Investment
Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programs offer high-net-worth individuals a legal pathway to acquire citizenship in exchange for significant economic contributions. These programs provide benefits such as enhanced global mobility, favorable tax planning, and increased personal and family security. However, they also come with considerations like due diligence requirements and potential investment risks.
Navigating Caribbean Citizenship by Investment Programs: The Apex Guide
Caribbean Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programs offer high-net-worth individuals avenues for enhanced global mobility and financial diversification. This guide provides a detailed comparison of the five prominent Caribbean CBI programs, outlining their investment options, benefits, and application processes to assist investors in making informed decisions.
Grenada Pioneers Citizenship by Invitation to Boost Economy
Grenada has launched a pioneering Citizenship by Invitation program, targeting Ultra High Net Worth Investors to boost strategic sectors and accelerate economic recovery.
Will Caribbean countries lose visa-free entry to the EU? Nuri Katz gives expert opinion
The European Parliament (specifically its Committee on Civil Liberties, LIBE) has published a draft amendment to the law that touches on the topic of EU visa rules. It mentions, among other things, countries that have a visa-free entry agreement with the European Union and at the same time have investment citizenship programs (CBI). According to a published document with draft amendments, parliamentarians want to tighten the rules regarding the potential suspension or complete termination of visa-free agreements. So, what changes will such a project bring to life? How does it threaten Caribbean CBI programs? Nuri Katz, President and Founder of Apex Capital Partners, answers.
