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UAE Blue Residence Visa: What You Need to Know About the New 10-Year Residency Permit Citizenship by Investment

UAE Blue Residence Visa: What You Need to Know About the New 10-Year Residency Permit

The UAE has launched the Blue Residence visa. It's a long-term programme offering ten-year residency to foreigners who've major contributions to environmental protection. Unlike the existing residency by investment programme, it doesn't require any financial outlay. Let's talk into who qualifies for this new visa, how to get it, and what benefits it offers. Getting to know the UAE Blue Residence The Blue Residence Visa is the UAE's latest initiative to attract global talent. It was announced...

Nathan Cross 2 min read
EB-5 Investor Visa: Pathway to US Permanent Residency and Citizenship Citizenship by Investment

EB-5 Investor Visa: Pathway to US Permanent Residency and Citizenship

The U.S. Congress introduced the EB-5 visa in 1990 to attract foreign talent and investment. The programme allows foreign investors a route to permanent U.S. residency (Green Card) and potentially citizenship via investment. Recent updates hiked the minimum investment thresholds though, so it's crucial to grasp the updated requirements. This article covers everything you need to know. What is the EB-5 Visa? The EB-5 is an immigrant investor visa program. It is issued to foreign nationals and...

Jessica Garcia 3 min read
Your Passport to Freedom with the Portugal Golden Visa Program Citizenship by Investment

Your Passport to Freedom with the Portugal Golden Visa Program

Portugal is renowned for its exceptional quality of life, high Human Development Index ranking, and status as one of the world's most globalised and serene countries. As one of Europe's oldest nations, it boasts a rich history, vibrant culture, exquisite cuisine, stunning beaches, and tranquil landscapes, making it a premier destination for those seeking a blend of tradition and modernity. The Portugal Golden Visa program stands out as a leading citizenship investment scheme in Europe and...

Angela Taylor 6 min read
Wealth Tax in Spain Wealth Management

Wealth Tax in Spain

What is Spanish Wealth Tax? It is an annual tax levied on the total net worth of a person's wealth as of 31st December each year. An individual's net wealth is comprised of all the assets and economic rights owned by him less encumbrances that diminish their value and other allowable deductions such as personal obligations or debts. Wealth tax is a progressive tax which means the higher the wealth, the higher the rate of tax. People with more wealth are going to pay more taxes than people...

James Hill 3 min read
Portugal's NHR Regime Changes and the Golden Visa Citizenship by Investment

Portugal’s NHR Regime Changes and the Golden Visa

The Portuguese government has made a pivotal announcement regarding the cessation of the Non-Habitual Residents (NHR) regime, effective from 1 January 2024. This decision marks a significant shift in Portugal's approach to attracting global talent and investment, directly affecting individuals planning to relocate to Portugal who will no longer be eligible for the special tax regime under the NHR unless they meet specific conditions and have a valid residence visa by 31 December 2023. This...

Jessica Garcia 3 min read
Ways to Mitigate Inheritance Tax for UK Expats  Retirement, Tax & Estate Planning

Ways to Mitigate Inheritance Tax for UK Expats

The UK Inheritance Tax is the tax levied on the estate of a deceased person. The UK IHT is applicable on estates that exceed the tax-free threshold of £325,000. The current IHT rate is 40 percent but thankfully some exemptions and allowances can help a UK expat mitigate their IHT liability. Interested to know more? Read ahead! Top 2 Strategies to Reduce the Potential Inheritance Tax Liabilities for UK Expats Exemptions If all the wealth over the Inheritance Tax threshold is left to the...

James Hill 3 min read

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