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Golden Visa programs offering both a home and a residence permit are becoming rarer, but they’re still available. Despite increasing restrictions in recent years, foreign investors can still secure residency through real estate investment in select countries. #residencepermit #europeanresidencepermit #residencepermitbyrealestate #residencepermitbyproperty

Relocating doesn’t have to be a challenge. Moving to a country where English is widely spoken can make things much easier—no struggling with menus or paperwork in a language you don’t understand. In today’s newsletter, we’ve rounded up the most convenient English-speaking destinations for a smoother move—no surprise language lessons required.

To obtain a Greek residence permit, investors purchase a renovation property worth at least €250,000. For ready-to-move-in properties, the investment threshold is €400,000: https://lnkd.in/drBmNgEA In prime locations such as Attica, Thessaloniki, Mykonos, and Santorini, the minimum required investment is €800,000. Greece received 9,289 Golden Visa applications in 2024. This is a record-breaking figure and 10% higher than the previous year. However, only 1,617 applications were approved in 2024, compared to 4,244 approvals in 2023. The average processing time for applications is 18 months. In total, 49,300 applications are currently pending, with 82% submitted in 2024. The surge in applications at the end of 2024 has contributed to the delays. Between 2023 and 2024, one in ten property transactions in Greece was linked to the Golden Visa. The total investments reached €41.2 billion over two years. Who applies for the Greece Golden Visa most often? More than half of the investors are Chinese nationals, followed by applicants from Turkey and Lebanon. How to find the right investment property? We have selected 190 properties from various regions of Greece. Villas, seaside houses, and spacious apartments—choose one that suits your needs: https://lnkd.in/dXYM4BaM #Greece #EU #GoldenVisa #ResidencePermit #GreeceLife #Investment #RealEstateInvestor #Expatlife #ImmigrantInvest #CreatingCosmopolitans

Where a family lives can shape a child’s well-being, education, and overall happiness. A safe environment, quality healthcare, and good schools all play a role. Work-life balance and a welcoming community also make a difference in family life. If you’re considering relocating with your family, here are 13 of the best countries for raising children.? #countriestolivewithfamily #countriestorisekids #countriestolivewithkids #countriesforfamilies

Buying residential or commercial property worth at least €300,000 gives the right to obtain permanent residency in Cyprus. The status is issued for life. The holder needs to visit the country at least once every two years: https://lnkd.in/dNWE_nng Foreigners bought 37,000 properties in Cyprus between 2021 and 2024. Around 250,000 foreign nationals live in the country, making up one-fifth of the population. The Britons are the most active buyers, especially in Larnaca, Paphos, and Famagusta. Russians, Israelis, Greeks, and Lebanese are also among the top buyers. Where do foreigners buy property? ??? Nicosia—the capital of Cyprus, home to government offices, universities, and historical sites. Most buyers in Nicosia are from Greece and the UK, with 1,626 and 1,584 properties purchased, respectively. Australians rank third, owning 545 properties. ? Limassol—the largest port city and the economic centre of Cyprus. Russians bought 2,561 properties in Limassol, followed by the Britons with 1,840 and Israelis with 1,154. ??? Paphos—a UNESCO-listed city and the most popular place for foreign property buyers. The British nationals purchased 4,483 properties, while Russians and Israelis own 1,563 and 1,291 respectively. ?? Larnaca—the third-largest city in Cyprus and home to the country’s main airport. British buyers own 2,743 properties, the Lebanese 1,744, and the Israelis 1,406. ?? Famagusta—a historic city on the eastern coast, controlled by the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. Foreigners own 2,000 properties in Famagusta. The Britons hold the most with 1,182, followed by Greeks with 165 and Lebanese with 131. Looking to buy property in Cyprus? Browse verified real estate in the Immigrant Invest catalogue. Over 400 properties are available in top locations for living or rental: https://lnkd.in/df8t5i4F #Cyprus #GoldenVisa #ResidencePermit #Investment #RealEstateInvestor #Expatlife #ImmigrantInvest #CreatingCosmopolitans

Second citizenship isn't always something you can plan for. At Immigrant Invest, we handle urgent cases as well. Read Arthur and his family's story of how they secured a passport when time was critical: https://lnkd.in/efpVNij2 #immigrantinvest #creatingcosmopolitans #casestudy #vanuatucbi #citizenship #citizenshipbyinvestment #CBI #Vanuatu

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In this week's newsletter, we examine the latest changes to the requirements for obtaining temporary and permanent residence permits in Europe and around the globe.

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Portugal has accelerated the processing of Golden Visa applications. The backlog has been reduced from 400,000 to 50,000 pending cases. The government aims to process the rest by June 30th, 2025. Investors have been filing lawsuits against the immigration agency AIMA, as they have been waiting for approval for several years. Around 46,000 legal cases are currently pending in the Lisbon court: https://lnkd.in/d8pcv9xb What has changed? 1?? More staff at AIMA. The number of employees has increased from 60 to 800. Immigration centres can now handle up to 6,000 applicants daily. 2?? Online application system. Investors can now apply for a Golden Visa online. They only need to visit in person for biometrics. Appointments are scheduled automatically 30 to 90 days after submission. Expired documents, like police clearance certificates, can now be re-uploaded. Missing documents can also be added later. 3?? More language options. Documents can now be submitted in English, Portuguese, Spanish, or French. After biometric submission, applications will be processed within 90 days. Applications with €500,000+ investments will be processed within 90 days from document submission: https://lnkd.in/dRpebtGW #Portugal #EU #GoldenVisaPortugal #ResidencePermit #InvestInPortugal #Investment #Expatlife #ImmigrantInvest #CreatingCosmopolitans