The EB‑5 Reform & Integrity Act of 2022 (RIA) greatly overhauled the U.S. EB‑5 Investor Program—adding much-needed oversight and transparency. While most focus has been on reforms for Regional Center projects, the law also strengthened standards for direct EB‑5 investments, where applicants fund their own business. The bottom line: direct filings now involve increased risk,…
Turkey remains one of the fastest and most accessible citizenship-by-investment (CBI) destinations, with a transparent application process and flexible investment options. However, recent legal and economic updates make 2025 a critical year for anyone considering this path. 1. What Makes Turkey’s CBI Program Stand Out? Since its 2017 launch, Turkey’s CBI program has stood out…
In a historic change, Malta recently abolished its Exceptional Investor Naturalization (MEIN) program following a European Court of Justice ruling that condemns citizenship as a purely transactional process. Now, Malta is broadening its merit-based citizenship framework—emphasizing innovation, philanthropy, entrepreneurship, and job creation instead of just monetary investment. With Malta’s investment-driven citizenship program ended, many investors…
Canada has long been a top destination for entrepreneurs seeking a stable, business-friendly environment and a high quality of life. The Start-up Visa Program (SUV) is one of the few immigration routes in the world that allows early-stage entrepreneurs to obtain permanent residence directly—even before their businesses achieve commercial success. With Canada’s innovation economy expanding…
