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Visas, Immigration & Nationality

Citizenship Demand Soars in Germany

Germany has seen a substantial rise in the number of people gaining German citizenship over the past two years, with a notable increase of more than 100,000 naturalisations from previous years. According to a recent survey by Welt am Sonntag, which gathered data from 25 German cities, 2023 marked the highest annual number of new…
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Greece to Introduce Major Changes to Golden Visa Program in 2025

Starting January 1, 2025, Greece’s Golden Visa Program will undergo significant reforms, shifting its focus from real estate investments toward more productive avenues, such as startup investments and attracting foreign investors. In Greece’s Draft Budgetary Plan for 2025, the government has detailed a new “Startup Investment” pathway as part of a tax bill introduced by…
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Portugal’s Golden Visa Gains Momentum Among Wealthy Americans Post-Election

More and more Americans are eyeing Portugal’s Golden Visa Program, especially following the latest US presidential election, where political shifts have fueled interest in overseas residency options. In recent years, wealthy Americans have shown a growing desire for dual citizenship or overseas residencies, particularly during political and economic uncertainty. While some are drawn to Portugal’s…
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Sweden Fast-Tracks EU Blue Card Processing

In a bold move to attract and retain skilled talent, Sweden has significantly slashed the processing time for EU Blue Card applications. Now, qualified applicants can expect to wait just 30 days for approval, down from the previous 90-day timeline.  This change aims to draw more high-skilled workers to Sweden, addressing labour shortages across multiple…
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US Airlines Refund Rules: What Travellers Need to Know

Dealing with flight delays and cancellations is frustrating enough, but the process of getting a refund can make it even worse.  Fortunately, new rules issued by the Department of Transportation (DoT) in October 2024 make things easier for travellers by requiring automatic refunds from airlines when flights are cancelled or severely modified.  As of October…
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