Greece Golden Visa Applications Fell 46.2% as Housing Plan Floats New Category
Greece Golden Visa applications fell 46.2% in early 2026; advisers must reassess investor profiles under €800k and €250k thresholds.
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Kazakhstan prepares special tax rules for ‘Golden Visa’ holders
Draft Tax Code amendments would create a separate tax category for Altyn (“Golden Visa”) holders and families; public consultation runs until September 25, 2026.
St Kitts Integrates Biometric Enrolment Into Passport Issuance Process
St Kitts biometric enrolment passport update: CIU integrates biometrics with production from 1 September 2026, with digital portal submission after notarisation.
Dubai Launches Online Appointment Booking for Golden Visa Verification Visits
GDRFA Dubai’s Golden Visa appointment page outlines an email OTP flow and email issued appointments. A practical partner walkthrough for verification visits.
Dominica Gazette Names New Director for Citizenship by Investment Unit
Dominica’s Official Gazette records a new CBIU Director appointment. What it means for governance, due diligence, and active file handling.
UK Revises Innovator Founder and Scale-up Endorsing Bodies List
UKVI updated the endorsing bodies list for Innovator Founder and Scale-up visas. Add a mandatory intake check to validate against the authorised list.
St Kitts Links Passport Production to Mandatory Biometric Enrolment From September 2026
CIU guidance effective 1 September 2026 integrates biometric enrolment with passport production, with an initial four to six week lead time trigger.
Ireland plans 8 years of residence
Ireland is reported to propose an 8 year naturalisation residence rule. What remains in force today and what advisors should do now.
Nauru Outlines New Citizenship by Investment Program Parameters
June 2026 saw Nauru outline its new citizenship by investment program. See key eligibility, risks, and compliance steps for advisors.
New Zealand Adds Build To Rent Option to Active Investor Plus Visa
Immigration New Zealand says eligible Build to Rent will qualify under AIP Growth from December 2026. File prep and pre screen checklist for advisors.