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ETIAS will Start on Q4 2026
The European Commission has announced ETIAS electronic travel authorization system is scheduled to commence on the last quarter of 2026. The European Union will inform travelers about the specific date for the start of ETIAS several months prior to its launch. ETIAS travel authorisation is an entry requirement for visa-exempt nationals travelling to any of…
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Grenada Amends Oath Act 2025
The Grenada Investment Migration Agency (IMA) has officially advised all those involved in the Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programme that successful applicants to the programme are now required from Aug 1, 2025 to recite the new Oath of Allegiance and Affirmation of Allegiance to Grenada before becoming a citizen. This oath is the final stage…
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São Tomé and Príncipe Opens CIP Unit in Dubai
São Tomé and Príncipe Government has opened CIP unit headquartered in Dubai for processing of applications. The official website has also been unveiled to attract future investments into the country. The STP CIP Unit is a specialized technical-administrative body responsible for receiving, instructing and proposing decisions on applications for nationality by investment and donation and…
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Rebranding of Best Citizenships to BestCitizens.com
We are rebranding our Best Citizenships website and moving to a new domain. The new domain “BestCitizens.com” will be a clean domain, promotes better branding and SEO friendly. Our old website has been with us for 14 years and we aim to elevate our brand value on a path to become a Global brand in…
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St. Kitts Adopts Higher Compliance Measures
The St.Kitts Citizenship by investment unit has implemented a set of measures for all applicants will undergo thorough screening through advanced technological platforms and manual review processes conducted by compliance professionals. Enhanced Vetting The multilayer due diligence system through the implementation of additional multi-layered background verification processes, including New Framework The CIU Unit has said…
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Nauru Citizenship Program Opens Doors for Stateless People
The Nauru citizenship program office has announced recently, a stateless Kuwaiti national was granted citizenship through Nauru’s Economic and Climate Resilience Citizenship Program providing necessary documents and passing background checks. Nauru is one the only handful of countries offering economic citizenship to rich stateless people with proper documentation and enough finances to support themselves. This…
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St.Kitts Secures Visa Free Access to Nigeria
The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis, has signed a bilateral visa waiver agreement with Nigerian Government, granting its citizens, visa-free entry into the Federal Republic of Nigeria, marking a historic milestone in bilateral relations between the two nations. The agre The Visa-free access for nationals of Saint Kitts and Nevis entering Nigeria took effect…
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St.Lucia A’ila Resort Approved for CIP
The Saint Lucia CIP Unit has approved a brand new real estate development A’ila resort under citizenship by investment program. Nestled on the peaceful slopes of Mount Pimard in Rodney Bay, Saint Lucia, A’ILA Resorts, Villas & Residences offers a perfect blend of luxury living and stunning natural beauty. Featuring exclusive villas and apartments, it’s…
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St.Kitts Raises Age Limit of Children to 30 yrs
The St.Kitts and Nevis CBI Unit has issued a memo on Sep 1, 2025, advising about increasing the age limit of children from 25 to 30 years and removing the the requirement for full time education for adult dependents in an effort to increase the appeal of program with family dependants. Old Criteria Under Regulation…
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Key Reforms to Malta Golden Visa
The Maltese Golden visa program (MPRP) now becomes cheaper and affordable to applications, as a result of new changes implemented into the program. On 22 July 2025, the Residency Malta Agency published Circular No. RMA 72 – 2025, formallyannouncing substantial updates to the MPRP golden visa framework via Legal Notice 146 of 2025. These updates…
Citizenship by Investment
Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programs offer individuals and families the opportunity to acquire second citizenship and passport by making a qualifying financial contribution to a country’s economy. These programs are designed to attract foreign investment and promote national development while granting investors the freedom to live, work, and travel internationally with greater ease.