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IMI's podcasts include the Mobility Standard, where we interview investment migration industry figures, as well as news summaries and articles from imidaily.com.
Episodes
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Will Caribbean CBI Residency Rules Trigger OECD Tax Concerns?
Experts dismiss tax fears over potential Caribbean CBI residency requirements: “That argument doesn’t hold water.” View the full article here. Subscribe to the…
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Saudi Arabia to End Ban on Foreign Property Ownership
Anastasia Barna says the old rules pushed people out. Mahmoud Elwakil says the new ones finally let them in. View the full article here. Subscribe to the IMI…
IMI PodcastsThis Week in IM - Jul 17: 🇲🇹 Replaces CIP with CBM, 🇮🇹 30 Tix Left for IMI Connect Rome, 🇸🇦 Ending Foreign RE Ownership Ban, ++
🇵🇹 GV Donation Success Story 🇮🇹 IMI Connect Rome: 30 Tickets Remain 🇲🇹 Replaces CIP with CBM Scheme 🌴 Opinion: Caribbean CIP Tax Concerns 🇭🇰 NCIES Surging 🇸🇦…
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Why RCBI Firms Need Tiered Service Models to Build Sustainable Growth
Alaattin Kilic argues that investment migration firms must abandon all-or-nothing packages to build sustainable client pipelines. View the full article here…
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An Overview of Africa’s Residency and Citizenship by Investment Programs
Starting at as little as US$35,000, gaining residency or citizenship in Africa is within easy reach for foreigners. View the full article here. Subscribe to…
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The Investor Visa Gap: An Oversight Costing the UK Capital and Talent
Ruslan Kosarenko argues that the UK’s immigration framework creates a policy paradox, courting entrepreneurs while blocking entry. View the full article here…
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Cypriot MPs Debate Golden Visa in Run-Up to Schengen Accession
Charles Savva has dismissed opposition concerns, labelling them as “complete and total political nonsense.” View the full article here. Subscribe to the IMI…
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“It’s Not a Silver Bullet”: Industry Veterans React to St Kitts CBI Residency Requirement
Major advocates for a “light-touch” approach, while Arton labels St Kitts residency requirements a “vacation obligation.” View the full article here. Subscribe…
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Canada’s New Business Immigration Standards Demand Proven Results Over Promises
Under new IRCC rules, speculative start-ups are out. Melissa Godmer breaks down the tougher business immigration criteria. View the full article here…
IMI PodcastsThis Week in IM - Jul 10: 🌴 Carib5’s Major Shakeup, 🇬🇧 Failing Investors without Proper Visa, 🇨🇾 Debate GV during Schengen Accession, ++
🇬🇧 Failing Investors without Proper Visa 🇨🇾 Debate GV during Schengen Accession 🌐 Gain Mobility without 2nd Passport 🌴 Carib5 Introduce Residency Reqs (Experts…
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Caribbean Nations Propose 30-Day Residency Requirement, Annual CBI Application Caps
New potential rules could force CBI applicants to stay to play, or risk losing out for failing to prove “genuine links.” View the full article here. Subscribe…
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How to Gain More Travel Freedom Without a New Passport
Want more global mobility? A second passport isn’t the only way to get more visa-free travel. View the full article here. Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter…
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Jordan Overhauls CIP, Introduces New Investment Options
Jordan’s revamped citizenship program now accepts existing investors retroactively based on current business operations. View the full article here. Subscribe…
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UK and EU Reach Deal for Gibraltar to Join Schengen Zone
UK and EU deal lets Gibraltar join Schengen, adding another route for investor migrants seeking EU mobility. View the full article here. Subscribe to the IMI…
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Thailand Elite Visa Reduces Dependent Fee During Summer
Existing and new Elita Visa holders can save between US$15,500 and US$46,000 per dependent under the limited-time promotion. View the full article here…
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Inside the Engine Room: How Regional Centers Really Operate in the EB-5 Industry
What do EB-5 regional centers actually do? Christina Tabacco explains their role in structuring, compliance, and capital flow. View the full article here…
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“Conflict Between Iran and Israel Has Had a Deep Impact”: 10 on the Weekend with Afshin Sarhangpour
“A large portion of my clientele is based in the Middle East, and the conflict between Iran and Israel has had a deep impact on them.” View the full article…
IMI PodcastsThis Week in IM - Jul 3: 🇯🇴 Overhauls CIP with New Options, 🇬🇮 to Join Schengen Zone, 🇹🇭 Reduces Elite Visa Fees, ++
🇯🇴 Overhauls CIP with New Options 🇬🇮 to Join Schengen Zone 🇹🇭 Reduces Elite Visa Fees 🇺🇸 How EB-5 Regional Centers Work 🇨🇳 HNWIs Abandoning Tradition ++…
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Once a Status Symbol for China’s Wealthy, Chinese Now Abandoning First-Tier City Hukou
The hukou once symbolized success and prestige. Luc Lu explains why that’s starting to change for China’s elite. View the full article here. Subscribe to the…
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Reform UK Proposes £250,000 “Britannia Cards” for Wealthy Migrants
Reform UK’s £250,000 “Britannia Card” would restore non-dom perks and funnel visa fees to Britain’s poorest full-time workers. View the full article here…
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Oman to Introduce GCC’s First Personal Income Tax
Oman wants to boost tax revenue but says that ‘99% of the population’ will not have to pay personal income tax. View the full article here. Subscribe to the…
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Portuguese Gov’t Aims to Double Citizenship Timeline to 10 Years
Portugal may raise the bar for citizenship, but Portuguese Golden Visa experts warn: Nothing’s official yet. View the full article here. Subscribe to the IMI…
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Saint Kitts Announces CBI Residency Clause as Dominica Breaks Silence on US Travel Ban
“A residency clause will be part of the new [CBI] law,” Drew emphasized. “Let me say that clearly, residency clause and the biometrics.” View the full article…
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What Makes You a Tax Resident in Hungary? And What Will it Cost You?
What makes you a tax resident in Hungary? Csaba Magyar explains the thresholds and treaty traps that ensnare new arrivals. View the full article here…
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Grenada CIP Revenue Drops 38% in Q1 Despite Slight Rise in Applications
“We will not be bullied”: Caribbean leaders push back as US targets CBI nations with possible travel bans. View the full article here. Subscribe to the IMI…
IMI PodcastsThis Week in IM - Jun 26: 🇬🇧 Planning £250K Britannia Card, 🇵🇹 Plans 10-Year Citizenship Timeline, 🇰🇳 Adds Residency Clause to CIP, ++
🇬🇧 Proposes £250K “Britannia Card” 🇴🇲 to Intro Personal Income Tax 🇵🇹 Plans 10-Year Citizenship Timeline 🇰🇳 Adds Residency Clause to CIP 🇭🇺 Opinion: Guide to…
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“Fighting Like Hell”: Caribbean Officials Respond to Renewed US Travel Ban
“We will not be bullied”: Caribbean leaders push back as US targets CBI nations with possible travel bans. View the full article here. Subscribe to the IMI…
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Nearly 69,000 Register Interest for Trump Card
Lutnick adds salesman to his resume: Commerce Secretary admits he “can’t help himself” from selling Gold Cards to executives. View the full article here…
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Do Preferential Tax Regimes Work? A Case Study of Italy
In this case study, Federico Salmoiraghi dissects Italy’s tax incentives, revealing their surprising economic impact. View the full article here. Subscribe to…
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Taiwan Extends Digital Nomad Visa Validity to Two Years, Targets 100K Applicants
Siren Chen said the current six-month DNV attracted an ‘unsatisfactory number of applications,’ prompting the expansion. View the full article here. Subscribe…
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Thailand Eliminates Crypto Capital Gains Tax Through 2029
Thailand expects crypto tax cuts to drive over $30M in mid-term revenue by stimulating investment and market activity. View the full article here. Subscribe to…
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EU Set to Finalize Visa-Free Suspension Mechanism for CBI Countries
Should the final legislative steps proceed without delay, the EU’s new visa rule may take effect by the fall of 2025. View the full article here. Subscribe to…
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US Includes Seven CBI Countries in Travel Ban Memorandum
Seven nations with active citizenship by investment programs face potential visa bans under a new US State Department directive. View the full article here…
IMI PodcastsThis Week in IM - Jun 19: 🇹🇭 Eliminates Crypto Tax, 🇺🇸 to Ban Travel from 7 CBI Countries, 🇮🇹 Tax Regimes Bring Value, ++
🇹🇭 Eliminates Crypto Tax 🇮🇹 Analysis: Tax Regimes Bring Untold Value 🇪🇺 Ending CBI Countries’ Visa-Free Access 🇹🇼 Expands DNV Privileges 🇺🇸 to Ban Travel from…
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The Dangerous 183-Day Tax Myth That Could Cost You Everything
Marco Mesina warns that trying to live tax-free by avoiding residency anywhere often backfires with serious consequences. View the full article here. Subscribe…
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New Zealand Investor Visa $25 Million in Two Months, $1 Billion in Pipeline
Immigration Minister Erica Stanford describes the transformation as moving from “an absolute nightmare” to a streamlined process that has wealthy investors…
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US Gov’t Launches Website and Waiting List for $5m Trump Card
“Thousands have been calling and asking,” said the US President as the official Trump Card website went live. View the full article here. Subscribe to the IMI…
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San Marino Tightens Atypical Residency Rules for Pensioners
According to Coletto, San Marino’s updated criteria are likely to deter casual applicants and attract only deeply committed retirees. View the full article…
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Greece Cuts Golden Visa Backlog, Set for Record Year
Greece improves golden visa processing times, cuts down backlog, yet remains on track for 6th consecutive record year. View the full article here. Subscribe to…
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Grenada Lifts Heng Sheng Suspension But Removes 25 Sub-Agents
Three-month investigation yields no over-financing evidence but removes 25 sub-agents as IMA introduces new requirements. View the full article here. Subscribe…
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Portugal’s Golden Visa Surges 72% as Government Mulls New Special Tax Incentive
Minister Amaro emphasized no plans to end golden visa program while revealing discussions on enhanced tax incentives as applications surge. View the full…
IMI PodcastsThis Week in IM - Jun 12: 🇺🇸 Launches Gold Card Site, 🇬🇷 Slims Backlog, 🇵🇹 GV Surges, ++
🇺🇸 Launches Gold Card Site 🌐 IM Updates from H12025 🇸🇲 Tightens Residency Rules 🇬🇩 Lifts Heng Sheng Suspension 🇬🇷 Slims Backlog, GV Set for Record Year 🇵🇹 GV…
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A Summary of Investment Migration Policy Changes Through First Half of 2025
From golden visa closures to crypto source of funds to new programs, the first half of 2025 brought a lot of change to investment migration. View the full…
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“No Further Actions,” Vanuatu Has no Plans to Revoke Andrew Tate’s Citizenship
Gov’t: “We should have not allowed him in the first place” but “can’t just go back and revoke based on information that is discovered later.” View the full…
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Thailand Proposes Tax Exemption to Repatriate 2 Trillion Baht in Overseas Assets
The Thai tax proposal lets wealthy residents bring foreign earnings home tax-free if repatriated within two years of generation. View the full article here…
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6 High-Yield RCBI Government Bond Options
With annual yields as high as 35%, these RCBI bond routes deliver the industry’s strongest returns. View the full article here. Subscribe to the IMI Daily…
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Cyprus Has Approved 28,660 Golden Visas Since 2014
Cyprus approves 28,660 golden visas since 2014, Chinese and Russian nationals account for nearly two-thirds of all permits. View the full article here…
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It Isn’t the UK: Why a US Tax Hike Won’t Cause Millionaire Exodus
Jimmy Sexton argues that U.S. tax hikes won’t drive millionaires away because expatriation costs more than staying put. View the full article here. Subscribe…
IMI PodcastsThis Week in IM - Jun 6: 🇻🇺 Won’t Revoke Tate’s Citizenship, 🇹🇭 Reveals Tax Exemption, 🇮🇹 Finalizes “Genuine Link” CBD Limits, ++
🇹🇭 Proposes New Tax Exemption 🇻🇺 Won’t Revoke Tate’s Citizenship 🌐 6 High-Yield RCBI Bond Options 🇨🇾 Reports Strong Investment Data 🇲🇾 SMM2H’s Unprecedented…
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Italy Introduces “Genuine Link” Limitations on Citizenship by Descent
Marco Mesina explores how Italy’s new law ends automatic citizenship for distant descendants without real ties to the country. View the full article here…
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Sarawak Second Home Program Approves 265 Applications in First Five Months of 2025
Ministerial takeover accelerated SMM2H: 1,901 approvals in 5 years versus 1,240 in previous 13 years under Immigration control. View the full article here…
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EU Citizenship by Investment is Dead: Long Live Citizenship by Merit
The EU banned the commoditization of citizenship through CBI. Now, it will get the commoditization of citizenship through CBM instead. View the full article…
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Hong Kong Investment Visa Registers 1,257 Applications Worth HK$37 Billion
CIES applications continue to surge after government’s policy changes, monthly application average now at 85. View the full article here. Subscribe to the IMI…
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Argentina Planning $500,000 Citizenship by Investment Program
Argentina’s government is introducing a CBI agency as part of its upcoming immigration reform. Details to follow next week. View the full article here…
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Wealthy Chinese Emigrants Pivot Away from US – “Even Russia” Now on Their Radar
US ‘bullying’ turning off Chinese emigrants as other countries gain favor, says Henry Fan View the full article here. Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter…
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New Program, Case Files, and a Bag of Carrots: 10 on the Weekend with Patrick Peters
Patrick Peters discusses his plans to create a new RCBI program, expedite case processing, and how to plan the perfect April Fool’s prank. View the full…
IMI PodcastsThis Week in IM - May 29: 🇦🇷’s Top-Tier CBI, 🇪🇺 CBM to Replace CBI?, 🇭🇰 CIES Surges, ++
🇦🇷 Planning Top-Tier CBI 🇪🇺 CBM: CBI’s Replacement? 🇭🇰 CIES Registers Surge 🇨🇳 Investors Pivot from USA 🇮🇹 “No-Risk” Dolce Visa Growing in Appeal 🇷🇺 Shared…
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“It’s Basically No Risk”: So Why Isn’t Italy’s Dolce Visa More Popular?
Krista Victorio examines Italy’s Dolce Visa, full of promise, but in need of lessons from Portugal and Greece to reach its full potential. View the full…
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Russia’s Shared Values Visa Attracts 1,156 Applicants in Seven Months
Germans lead SVV applications with 224 submissions, reflecting the broader dominance of European countries in the applicant pool. View the full article here…
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Australia’s Plans to Tax Unrealized Gains Would Set Off “Millionaire Exodus”
David Lesperance predicts wealthy will flee Australia over unrealized gains tax: “super rich are no longer sticky.” View the full article here. Subscribe to…