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Hungary Golden Visa Shines with U.S. Waiver Back in Place
The Hungarian Golden Visa Program gains renewed interest among HNWIs after Trump administration reinstated Hungary into US Visa waiver Program. On Sep 16, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem has announced that Hungary will have its status in the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) fully restored, following the completion of steps taken to…
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Portugal’s Immigration Reforms: A Quick Review
The New Government in Portugal, although a minority in Parliament, is pursuing significant reforms across several sectors, including Immigration and nationality law changes in Portugal. So far, these proposed changes have failed progressing, sparked controversy and debate in Portugal, amid concerns expressed by notable persons, associations, law firms and foreign residents in Portugal. Immigration –…
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What makes Bulgaria Golden Visa Special?
Bulgaria is a newest member of schengen, already EU member state, joining Eurozone by adopting Euro from Jan 1, 2026. Bulgaria is strategically located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia. Immigrant Investor Program At the end of 2024, the Bulgarian Parliament introduced a renewed immigrant investor program granting permanent residency through investment, reinforcing the…
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Strong Growth in Portugal’s Hospitality Market
Portugal’s hospitality sector is an important growing market, backed by foreign tourists and investor interest via golden visas, contributing significantly to the national economy. The hospitality sector witnessed impressive growth rebounding from post pandemic levels, covering 1/3 of commercial real estate investments. destinations like Lisbon, Porto, and the Algarve remained strongholds of growth, there was…
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Portugal Postpones Nationality Law Changes until October
The change in the proposed law on nationality and family reunification for foreigners in Portugal has been postponed until October. Chega said on Wednesday that the government intends to postpone the final approval of the revision of the nationality law until October, prioritising the process to remedy the unconstitutionalities pointed out by the Constitutional Court…
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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…
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Whats Sets Horizon Fund Apart for Portugal Golden Visa
The Portugal Horizon investment fund is a unique open ended fund that comes with key benefits and previleges. The distinct features of the fund are as follows The Horizon Digital Assets Fund Horizon is among only few Open Ended Fund in the market (considering most are closed end fund), offering Monthly Subscriptions and Redemptions, only…
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Portugal Government Loses in Constitutional Court
Government Loss on the Constitutional Court is a positive development for the Golden Visa Program The government’s loss means the proposed immigration amendments, such as delaying family reunification and extending immigration case deadlines, were ruled unconstitutional and cannot be implemented as planned. This protects the right to timely family reunification for immigrants, preventing tighter restrictions…
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Portugal Passport 4th Powerful in the World
The Portuguese passport has been ranked as fourth powerful passport in the World according to Henley Index 2025. The Portuguese citizens enjoyed visa free privileges to 188 destinations in the World. Portugal boasts of rich history, lively culture, stunning beaches with idyllic country side. Consistent Top Spot While EU passports dominated top spots, the Portuguese…
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Portugal President Vetoes Changes to Immigration Law
In a major blow to Government’s curbing restrictions on Immigration, Portugal’s President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa has vetoed the immigration bill and sent back to Assembly without promulgation. This has given more breathing space and time for foreigners in Portugal Unconstitutional The Constitutional Court announced this Friday that it has rejected five provisions of the…
Golden Visa
Golden Visa (GV) programs grant residency rights to investors and their families in exchange for a qualifying investment such as real estate, business, bank deposit or investment funds/ bonds. These programs offer a pathway to permanent residency or citizenship, along with added benefits like visa-free travel, tax advantages, and access to education and healthcare in the host country.