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Vanuatu Amends Passport Act to Meet Global Standards
The Vanuatu government introduces a bill in parliament to modernize issuance of ordinary and diplomatic passports under the Passport Amendment Act 2025. The bill after parliamentary approval will be published in national gazette. Here are the brief summary of the proposed measures, aligning with global passport standards: ICAO Standards – The Government is committed to…
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First Draft Bill Unveiled to Establish Regional CBI Regulator
The first draft of the Bill to establish a Regional Regulator for Caribbean Citizenship by Investment (CBI) Programmes has been reviewed by the attorneys general and Chief Parliamentary Counsel of the five OECS Member States which operate CBI Programmes. The discussions took place during the Seventh Meeting of ECCU Attorneys General and Chief Parliamentary Counsel,…
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The Limitations of St.Kitts Citizenship Explained
The St.Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Program is fundamentally different the from those found in parts of Europe. The General limitations associated with SKN citizenship are The CIU unit explained the limitations of SKN citizenship in a recent press release. No Residence or Work Rights in EU St. Kitts and Nevis, or for similar…
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Nauru CBI Application Process and Supporting Documents
The Nauru Climate Citizenship Program, a brand new citizenship by investment in the market, presents a unique opportunity for individuals seeking a cost-effective and efficient path to second citizenship, while also contributing to meaningful climate change initiatives in the Pacific region. A contribution to climate crisis solutions in the Pacific, where small island states such…
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St. Lucia to Roll Out 10-Year Passports
The Saint Lucia government will be upgrading their e-passports to 10 year passports from the currently issued 5 years to make it easier for citizens to travel and settle abroad. During his second reading of the budget address on Wednesday April 23rd PrimeMinister Honorable Philip J Pierre announced the extension of passportvalidity from 5 to…
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Malta CBI Ruled Unlawful by Top EU Court
The European Court of Justice, has ordered Malta to end its citizenship by investment program, alleging citizenship for pre-determined payments is illegal and breaches the EU laws. The Top court ruled, Malta had failed to fulfil its obligations” under the bloc’s treaties that enshrine EU citizenship Malta has the last remaining citizenship by investment in…
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Solomon Islands CIP Still Under Development
The Solomon Islands government has clarified the citizenship by investment program is still under development and the Policy Unit of the Office of the Prime Minister and Cabinet provided some updates. According to local news sources, The SI Governments has reaffirmed that “No lawful Citizenship by Investment program is currently in place”. Until officially launched through…
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Grenada Expands Passport Power with Africa
The Government of Grenada has signed mutual visa waiver agreement increasing the passport power of Grenadian passport to West africa. Under the visa waiver agreement signed effective from April 16, 2025, visa exemptions granted to two countries, according to a statement issued by Ministry of Foreign affairs… Benin – Nationals of Grenada and Benin holding…
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St.Kitts Wins Award for Efficient Application Processing
The St.Kitts and Nevis CIU won two prestigious awards for Efficiency in Processing Time Award and the Heritage Excellence Award, during the 7th annual Caribbean Investment Summit (CIS) 2025, held in Antigua and Barbuda from 22 to 26 April 2025. The awards reflect the continued strengthening of the St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Programme, following…
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Hungary Amends Law to Revoke Citizenship of Dual Citizens
On 1 April 2025, a new draft law was introduced in the Hungarian Parliament that aims at suspending the citizenship of Hungarian citizens, who are dual nationals of “other” states – outside of EU/EEA area for up to 10 years. Dual Hungarian citizens with Hungarian and EU/EEA citizenship are unaffected by this law change. Hungary’s parliament has voted…
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.