The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has published detailed data on I-526 and I-526E petitions filed between April 1, 2022, and January 31, 2025. This release follows a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) lawsuit by the American Immigrant Investor Alliance (AIIA), aimed at increasing transparency within the EB-5 program regarding processing and demand trends.…
Australia consistently ranks among the world’s most sought-after countries for immigration, and for compelling reasons. Beyond offering a new place to reside, Australia provides immigrants with a unique combination of opportunity, security, and an exceptional quality of life, set within one of the planet’s most livable nations. In an era of increasing global mobility and…
In a significant ruling, the European Union’s highest court has declared Malta’s “golden passport” scheme illegal, citing its conflict with EU law by treating EU citizenship as a commodity and eroding mutual trust among member states. Malta is now mandated to discontinue its investor citizenship program, which has faced considerable scrutiny over concerns of money…
Proving the lawful source of funds is one of the most critical—and often the most challenging—steps in the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program. Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur, a real estate investor, or the inheritor of family wealth, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) require meticulously documented trails tracing every dollar of your EB-5 investment to…
In recent years, the pursuit of a second residency or passport has emerged as a defining trend among high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs). No longer just a luxury, holding multiple legal statuses has become a strategic asset—offering unparalleled global mobility, security, and lifestyle diversification. As global markets shift and geopolitical landscapes evolve, savvy investors recognize that a…
