Panama’s Residency by Investment Program can fit many people, from investors who travel the world for business to retirees. Also known as the Panama Qualified Investor Visa or Panama Golden Visa, the program gives permanent residency directly, rather than temporary residence. It requires a minimum investment of $300,000 in Panamanian real estate. After you and […]

Approximately over 760,000 US retirees receive their Social Security abroad. This number has been increasing over the last several years, which is not a coincidence but a result of long-term economic and political uncertainties. For many, retirement means living the happiest years of their life. This concept changes significantly for Americans, as they only see […]

According to a recent survey, around 38% Americans choose Europe as their retirement destination. There are several reasons behind this relocation: affordability, economic stability, and secure financial planning.Considering these, retirement to Europe can be appealing to many with its rich history. However, Americans must be aware that deciding which country to retire in Europe can […]

Retirement years refer to the opportunity to design a life that feels rich and meaningful, rather than constantly being caught up in the hustle and bustle of modern life. With this in mind, retirees are now turning their attention to the best places to retire in the Caribbean.Why consider Caribbean countries to retire? The concept […]

For many global investors, the goal of a Golden Visa is not relocation but optionality, having a Plan B. Italy Golden Visa, officially known as the Investor Visa, reflects this shift in mindset. It is designed around direct investment into the Italian economy, starting from a minimum of €250,000 to a Italian innovative startup.With relatively […]

Based on the most recent data from the US Social Security Administration (SSA), approximately 15,465 American retirees currently receive their Social Security benefits while living in Italy. This highlights a significant shift in the “Americans Moving Abroad trend”, underscoring that it is not only families and younger professionals who leave the US for better opportunities, […]

Obtaining dual citizenship can be an essential tool for navigating political and social vulnerability across the global landscape. However, how easy to get a second citizenship in another country? Well, it depends on which citizenship path you choose, actually. When we look at the fastest and easiest countries to get citizenship, we see these paths: […]

The Portugal Digital Nomad Visa, also known as the D8 Visa, offers 1-year residency for remote workers, freelancers, and entrepreneurs looking to live and work legally in 2026. Accordingly, the official Portugal D8 Digital Nomad Visa income requirement is 4 times Portugal’s updated minimum wage. As of 2026, this corresponds to €3,680 per month for […]

Over the past several months, there has been discussion around the proposed Portuguese Citizenship Law, which may extend the citizenship timeline from 5 to 7 years for EU and CPLP nationals, and from 5 to 10 years for other applicants. Although it is not yet the law, many have turned their attention to Portugal’s permanent […]

If you plan to start a business in Portugal or buy a Portuguese business, you can apply for a Portugal D2 Visa. Entrepreneurs can get a residence permit through the D2 Visa and benefit from the right to live in Portugal, as well as having visa-free travel access to other Schengen countries. You may wait […]

Launched in 2007, the D7 Visa in Portugal, also known as the Portugal Retirement Visa or Passive Income Visa, is a 2-year temporary residency visa that allows non-EU/EEA/Swiss citizens, including UK and US citizens. To be eligible, you must comply with the Portugal D7 visa passive income requirements, which are indexed to the Portuguese minimum […]

The Portugal Golden Visa investment fund maintains its place as the most strategic primary investment route in 2026 for many investors seeking not only long-term financial planning but also a secure plan B. Since the elimination of the real estate investment option in 2023, investment funds have become the centerpiece of Portugal’s Golden Visa program, […]

The Portuguese Cultural Golden Visa is a residency-by-investment program that allows investors to make a minimum €200,000 donation (in low-density areas) to cultural and artistic projects certified by GEPAC. Therefore, it emerges as a compelling alternative in 2026 in the Portugal Golden Visa route. With just a €200,000 minimum investment in the arts or an equivalent […]

After several months of debate, the Portuguese Parliament has approved the new Citizenship Law on October 28, 2025. The decree was sent to the Portuguese President’s office for review. On November 13, the Socialist Party (PS) bypassed the President requested a preventive review of the law by the Constitutional Court.Important Update: On April 1, 2026, […]

In 2026, Portugal’s Golden Visa program, also known as the Investment Visa, still protects its place as one of the most popular European residency-by-investment options. The minimum investment amount is €200,000 for cultural and artistic donations and €500,000 for fund investments, with a minimum 7-day per year physical presence requirement. Since its launch in October […]

Launched in 2013, Greece Golden Visa is a residency by investment program. The minimum investment requirement is €250,000 in real estate in 2026, making it one of the most affordable and strategic programs that allow you to get residency by buying a property in Europe. Once granted, the Golden Visa in Greece will enable you […]

As of 2026, Latvia’s Golden Visa has been among the top residency by investment programs in Europe for those prioritizing affordability. The Latvia Golden Visa program grants a 5-year residency requirement, with no physical presence requirement, to maintain your second residency status. For investors willing to relocate there full-time, it also offers an indirect path […]

Known for its rich history and culture, Italy offers an Investor Visa, also known as the Golden Visa, to those who wish to invest in the country and obtain a second residency. It includes several investment options, with minimum investments of €250,000 for a startup, €500,000 for a company, €2 million in government bonds, or […]

Italy’s Golden Visa has emerged as a compelling alternative to other Golden Visa programs in Europe, as it is designed around direct investment in the Italian Economy. Therefore, investors seeking capital appreciation and lifestyle appeal for future relocations prefer investing in Italy’s scheme, particularly following the closure of Spain’s Golden Visa program.Among its available investment […]

Considering the political instability in the USA and heavy tax rates, many Americans think about moving abroad, and over 15,000 Americans are now living in Italy. But why has Italy become one of the favorite destinations for American expats? Initially, immigration between Italy and America dates back to 1880, when approximately 4 million Italians moved […]

Dreaming of La Dolce Vita? Retiring in Italy is among the best things you can do in your golden years. It does not just mean great wine, a beautiful landscape, or historical culture. It is about enjoying life, settling into a lifestyle that values good food, strong community ties, and daily pleasures.Nevertheless, retiring abroad is […]

Portugal does not have a citizenship-by-investment program; the Portugal Golden Visa is a residency-by-investment program. However, the Portugal Investment Visa program offers a pathway to permanent residency and eventually to Portuguese citizenship. The program is known as one of the most popular residency-by-investment programs in Europe, as it leads to citizenship after holding your investment […]

With the minimum investment amount of $240,000, St Lucia stands out as a strategic asset for applicants looking for visa-free travel in 145 countries and the Schengen Area. Launched in 2015, the program offers citizenship through donation and real estate investment. This flexibility allows individuals to choose the best option for their benefits. Often completed in […]

Portugal Golden Visa Program has been in effect since 2012. The aim of this program is to encourage investors to invest in Portugal. Since the beginning of this program, the total investment amount has reached several billion euros, with more than a thousand family applications each year.Can US citizens obtain Portuguese citizenship through the Portugal […]

Singapore has offered permanent residency by investment since 2004, aiming to attract foreign capital and create business opportunities. Known as the Singapore Global Investor Program, it enables entrepreneurs, investors, and business owners to obtain Singapore permanent residency in exchange for a minimum investment of S$10 million in a Singapore business entity, with approval taking around […]

For decades, the United States was where talent accelerated and futures expanded.Today, that assumption is being recalculated.What appears as individual relocation decisions is increasingly forming a collective pattern: foreign expats living in the US are quietly preparing contingency plans.Political volatility. Visa fragility. Rising healthcare exposure. Long-term cost unpredictability.Advisors working directly with high-skilled visa holders observe a clear shift […]

Following the strong engagement and constructive discussions generated by the Portugal Golden Visa Funds Outlook 2024-2025, we are pleased to present this year’s edition of the report. This analysis is based on insights gathered from 27 fund managers, legal advisors, and industry participants active in the Portugal Golden Visa ecosystem.If 2024 marked a period of […]

Malta ended its citizenship-by-investment program in 2025 following the EU Court of Justice’s ruling against it. In April 2025, the EU Court of Justice ruled that EU citizenship was compromised through Malta’s CBI program due to the lack of genuine ties to Malta. As a result, the Maltese government has ended its citizenship-by-investment programme. However, […]

Your Guide to Portugal Golden VisaAt Get Golden Visa, we worked with families and investors from the UK, interested in getting a Golden Visa in Portugal.Contact us and talk to one of our independent Golden Visa advisors to help you with questions.Since 2012, Portugal Golden Visa offers the right to live and work in Portugal and […]

Portugal Golden Visa Program has been the most popular residency by investment program in Europe, since its introduction in 2012. This program’s goal is to encourage foreign investors to invest in Portugal. Since the program’s inception, the overall investment amount has surpassed several billion euros, with over a thousand family applications received each year.The program […]

Since its introduction in 2012, the Portugal Golden Visa Program has been the most well-known residence by investment program in Europe. The purpose of this program is to lure international capital into Portugal and since the program’s start, it has attracted over 10,000 investors into the country.Thanks to Portugal’s alluring characteristics, such as mild climate, […]

Since its introduction in 2012, the Portugal Golden Visa Scheme has been Europe’s most popular residence by investment program. The purpose of this scheme is to encourage international investors to invest in Portugal. The total investment amount has topped several billion euros since the program’s start, with over a thousand family applications accepted each year.The […]

The Portuguese Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA) is accelerating its revision process to address the backlog of 450,000 immigration files. Minister of the Presidency, António Leitão Amaro, explained the details of this revision effort, referencing data from AIMA’s interim report on the foreign population in Portugal.According to Amaro, the number of immigrants in […]

Many Americans prefer moving to Portugal from the US because of the social and political unrest. Portugal stands out as a top destination, offering a high quality of life in a stable European setting. According to the latest official data in 2023, over 14,000 Americans live in Portugal. Proving that recent studies show that over […]

For many years, Portugal’s Golden Visa was positioned as a fast and low-risk pathway to passport access. However, with the post-2023 regulations that removed the real estate option, the “rules of the game” changed. Following the 2023 reforms, the investor profile shifted from traditional investment preferences to strategic capital positioning. As a result, today’s investor […]

Getting a mortgage in Portugal as a foreigner for your property investment is common and streamlined, particularly if you hold Portuguese residency. Portuguese banks offer mortgages both to residents and non-residents of Portugal. This makes entering the market particularly attractive, as there are many advantages to buying property in Portugal. Some of these include the […]

Under the Portugal Golden Visa Program, residency (and eventually citizenship) in Portugal is offered after the qualifying individual makes a sizable investment in the country’s economy. Over the years, Portugal Residency by Investment program has become increasingly popular for people around the world looking to relocate. The country’s mediterranean climate, tax breaks, and easygoing way of […]

Portugal is one of the most popular countries for real estate investment in Europe. Thanks to its climate, affordability, and safe environment, it’s highly sought after. Nowadays, low-density areas in Portugal are attracting a lot of attention from locals and expats alike. It is due to the Portugal Golden Visa program, which offers the lowest […]

The Portugal Golden Visa has significant traction among non-EU individuals who are looking for a second residency in Europe. Since its launch in 2012, the program has offered investors residency permits through a variety of investment options, eventually leading to citizenship applications counting down after five years from the first residency application, regardless of when […]

Launched in 2012, the Portugal Golden Visa has evolved from a straightforward residency-by-investment program into one of Europe’s most closely watched migration frameworks. Over the past several years, we have witnessed several changes to Portugal’s Golden Visa. Therefore, its legal architecture has undergone notable revisions.Yet despite these Portugal Golden Visa changes, the program’s core value […]