Portugal has taken another step toward reshaping its citizenship framework, as parliament approved a revised nationality law decree following a last-minute agreement between the Social Democratic Party (PSD) and Chega. The decree passed with a 152–64 vote, with one abstention, securing the two-thirds majority required for nationality legislation after months
St. Kitts and Nevis has formally launched a biometric passport modernization program that will require all citizens who obtained nationality through the Citizenship by Investment Program to complete biometric enrollment by July 31, 2027. After that date, passports issued through CBI applications before the new system goes live will no
In late 2025, Argentina’s Ministry of Economy issued an international tender to appoint a consulting firm that would design, implement, and operate the country’s first citizenship by investment program. The contract is expected to run for four years and includes responsibilities ranging from program architecture to global promotion and operational
The United Kingdom has ended visa-free travel for citizens of Saint Lucia, introducing a new visa requirement that took effect on March 5, 2026. The decision marks a significant shift in mobility arrangements between the two countries and one that the investment migration industry should be paying close attention to.
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) is set to enter the citizenship by investment space, with the government formally confirming a mid-2026 launch target for its CBI program. The announcement, delivered through the country’s 2026 Budget Address, positions SVG as one of the most significant new entrants that the Caribbean
In a world marked by geopolitical tension, economic uncertainty, and increasingly complex global mobility, traditional wealth planning alone is no longer enough. Many high net worth individuals (HNWIs) and globally mobile families are expanding their risk frameworks beyond financial portfolios to include legal, geographical, and mobility diversification. This shift is
Qatar has announced plans to introduce a 10-year residency permit for entrepreneurs and senior business executives, as part of efforts to attract long-term foreign investment, founders, and private sector leadership into the country. The announcement was made by Qatar’s Prime Minister during Web Summit Qatar and aligns with the country’s
Holding more than one passport is far more common today than it was a few decades ago. Around three out of four countries now allow dual or multiple citizenship, a significant shift from earlier periods when nationality laws were far more restrictive. This widening acceptance reflects long-term changes in migration
Saudi Arabia is reportedly considering an expansion of its Premium Residency programme to attract ultra-high-net-worth individuals and globally mobile capital, marking a potential shift in how Gulf states position themselves within the global investment migration landscape in 2026. The development, reported in January 2026, aligns with Saudi Arabia’s broader Vision
Greece has introduced a new option within its Golden Visa framework, shifting part of the program’s focus away from property purchases and toward startup investment. The move reflects a broader effort to diversify how foreign capital enters the Greek economy, at a time when real estate-led residency programs face increasing
