Author: darioa

Greek Golden Visa Programme Amendments & Transition Period: The Refined Guidelines

Article written by Elena Shiapani IMCM, Chief Executive Officer MIBS Group With its rich cultural heritage, stunning landscapes, and strategic geographical position, Greece continues to captivate investors and travellers alike. Its appeal is further bolstered by favourable investment opportunities and progressive economic policies. The Greek real estate market in 2024 continues its trajectory of growth […]

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Security and standard of living beyond the passport: A Look at Comprehensive Citizenship Rankings

Article written by Aydin Aksoy IMCM, Director and Company Owner of White Bird Group For years, we have relied on annual passport rankings from various institutions. These rankings focus solely on visa-free travel privileges, targeting frequent travellers seeking visa-free destinations. However, a truly comprehensive ranking system should consider travel freedom (mobility) and the overall strength […]

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United Kingdom: FACT Wins Prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise

Source: fact-uk.org.uk Published: 6 May 2024 Announced today (Monday 6 May 2024), FACT have been honoured for excellence in international trade with the prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise 2024. Personally approved by His Majesty, the King’s Award for Enterprise is the highest official award for British businesses, recognising and celebrating business excellence across the country.  FACT, a […]

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International: IMC Memo to IMC Members

Published: 6th May 2024 The IMC has received a number of complaints citing that it is common practice for agents, particularly in the Middle East and some Caribbean countries, to promote investment migration pathways at prices that fall under the full legislated amounts set out by governments. This practice contravenes the IMC’s Codes of Conduct […]

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Europe: Council takes first step towards new EU rules on suspending visa-free travel for third countries

Source: consilium.europa.eu Published: 13 March 2024 EU member states’ ambassadors (Coreper) have agreed their position on a draft regulation which updates a mechanism that allows the EU to suspend visa-free travel for third countries whose nationals are exempt from the visa obligation when travelling to the Schengen area. This new law, when adopted, will boost the […]

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Malta: Government starts process to deprive man of Maltese citizenship after he appears on US sanction list

Source: independent.com.mt Published: 6 March 2024 The Maltese government has initiated the process of the deprivation of the Maltese citizenship of a person who appeared on a US sanctions list on Tuesday. Ex-Israeli intelligence officer and current CEO of cyber spyware firm Intellexa Tal Dilian was added to the United States Office of Foreign Assets Control […]

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Dominica: The Country that Bounces Back

Dominica’s resilience in the face of global challenges and its commitment to sustainable development shine through its Citizenship by Investment (CBI) pathway, offering investors a gateway to a dynamic, environmentally conscious nation. Some countries fall flat in the face of global challenges and environmental inequalities. Not so for the Commonwealth of Dominica: the country’s message […]

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St Kitts and Nevis: A Trusted Innovator

St. Kitts and Nevis champions sustainability through investment migration, setting a high standard for future-focused development. Global citizens looking for a country they can trust on sustainability, transparency and innovation have the ‘ gold standard’ in St Kitts and Nevis. The island continues to innovate while also prioritising the integrity of its pioneering CBI programme. […]

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