The Mobility Standard

Canada suspends Start-Up Visa, officially closing at year's end, suggests new pilot program to take its place in 2026.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here. 

American and Chinese investors lead the surge in New Zealand's revamped program as "US applicants pursue multi-generational planning," says Mischa Mannix-Opie.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here. 

The EU's ETIAS launches in 2027 and could let the EU deny entry to CBI passport holders while technically preserving visa-free status. Moreover, 33% of industry executives already expect discriminatory enforcement. We break down how the system works, what it means for citizenship by investment holders, and whether EU residency permits now make more sense.Read the full story "How Europe's ETIAS Could Upend the CBI Market" here.

President Trump's administration just announced a partial US travel ban on Antigua & Barbuda and Dominica, citing their citizenship by investment programs. But several other notable Caribbean and Pacific CBI nations were left untouched. Here's what triggered the crackdown, how both governments are responding, and what it means for investors.Learn more about this development in "Antigua and Dominica PMs Respond to US Travel Ban"

Antigua PM calls US travel ban an error, says program presents no risk whatsoever to security. Dominica seeks urgent clarity.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here. 

Portugal's Constitutional Court struck down four nationality law provisions but upheld the one that could double your path to citizenship. Your next move depends on where you stand today. We break down who's protected, who's racing the clock, and what the president's decision means for golden visa holders approaching year five.Read the full news story here.

New legislation allows Active Investor Plus visa holders to purchase homes worth NZ$5 million or more, effective early 2026.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here. 

Portugal's Constitutional Court strikes down four nationality law provisions while upholding ten-year citizenship timeline.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here. 

Five confirmed cases of CBI passport holders have been denied entry into the country because their "investment passports" are "not valid" in the eyes of Norway.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here. 

The Russian Golden Visa now has zero physical residency requirement as the government unobtrusively amends the law.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here. 

Using a loophole that any Schengen country could copy tomorrow, Norway is quietly deporting Caribbean citizenship by investment holders at the border without any policy change, warning, or legal recourse. Watch to learn exactly how they're doing it, who's been affected, and why the EU could automate this ban across all of Europe.Read the full, exclusive story about Norway quietly denying visa-free entry to citizenship by investment holders.

"We want to emulate Portugal," says Panama vice minister promoting investor visa offering simplified route to citizenship.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here.  

Panama wants to 6x its golden visa approvals, and Vice Minister of Internal Commerce Eduardo Arango reveals exactly how they'll do it in this IMI exclusive interview from Panama City. He explains the $300K Qualified Investor Visa pathway, the light physical presence requirement, and why citizenship is finally back on the table in this Central American country.Learn more about the Panama golden visa here.

Discover why the wealthy stack Cook Islands Trusts with Panama Foundations to create a nearly impregnable wealth protection strategy and which structure (or combination) may fit your goals. The Jerz Way breaks down the critical differences in control, cost, tax treatment, and legal strength, so you can make the right move before it's too late.Get more details in Trusts vs. Foundations: Which One Is Right for You?

Nauru challenges the UK's decision, emphasizes robust screening, and signals a diplomatic push to restore visa-free travel.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here. 

Despite a low threshold by European standards, Alexander Risvas warns the program's structure may penalize investors for outcomes beyond their control.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here.

As Tonga's parliament prepares to choose a new leader Monday, a leaked CBI proposal has reopened old wounds.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here. 

Leaked NSS: "Make Europe Great Again" by pulling four nations from Brussels, creating forum with China, Russia.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here. 

The synchronized announcements are no coincidence, says Rafael Cintron.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here. 

IMI Pro Mikkel Thorup of Expat Money reveals why he left the UAE after nearly a decade to relocate his family to Panama and how the US$300,000 Qualified Investor Visa delivers permanent residency from day one. Watch until the end to discover the surprisingly simple requirements and the one rule you must follow to keep your status for life.Learn more about the Panama Qualified Investor Visa here.

CSAT: Golden Visa threatens Romania's Schengen, Visa Waiver, OECD goals by undermining institutional credibility.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here. 

We lack confidence in the legitimacy of any vetting processes." UK revokes Nauru's visa-free access over CBI program.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here. 

The last OECS nation without a CBI program outlines its multi-institutional framework as Deputy PM emphasizes accountability, regional best practices, and job creation over pure revenue generation.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here. 

Investors have been waiting since 2021 as returns never came. By June 2025, the scheme collapsed, exposing €37M in losses.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here. 

Argentina just published a tender that hands one investment migration firm total control over designing its citizenship by investment program – from investment thresholds and options to due diligence and step-by-step processing. Everything.Learn more about the program and breaking news here.

The master agent will design Argentina's entire CBI program from scratch, including investment thresholds, routes, processes, and global rollout.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here. 

Madalena Monteiro on Golden Visa investors challenging Portugal's new law: “They simply expect to be treated fairly.”View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here. 

“That's not how the Constitution works.” Legal experts question Trump's new freeze on asylum and immigration benefits.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here. 

IMI Pro Mikkel Thorup of Expat Money has helped hundreds of Americans and Canadians relocate to Latin America and overseas. In this video, he reveals the biggest mistakes expats make, why a select few destinations top his list, and what you must know before going offshore in 2026.Connect with Mikkel here. And explore more than 250 residency and citizenship programs overseas here.

The phrase “visa-free access” is about to become the investment migration industry's most expensive technicality.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here. 

New Senate bill would force Americans with dual citizenship to choose one country within a year or lose US nationality.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here. 

Turkey just revoked citizenship for 451 investors who fell for a scam. Additionally, one citizenship investment route just got even riskier after the government eliminated lira currency protection. Aran Hawker of IMI Official Partner company CIP Turkey reveals exactly which investment path to avoid and the only safe route he's recommended for 30 years.Learn more about the Turkey citizenship by investment program here. 

IMI Pro Federico Salmoiraghi breaks down Italy's 4 special tax regimes for foreigners at IMI Connect Rome – from the €200K flat tax (changes coming?) to the 90% deduction most people have never heard of. Watch to find out which regime fits your unique profile.To learn about the Italy Investor Visa and your other relocation options in Italy, check out this page.

50% of industry executives doubt Caribbean CBI states will enforce 30 day stays and 75% expect new CBI programs in 2026.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here. 

A climate tax targeting billionaires crashed hard at the Swiss ballot, upholding a national trend of rejecting proposals that threaten Switzerland's wealth haven status.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here. 

Philippe May says “SVG will set a new standard,” predicting its new CIP will outperform those of its more established Caribbean counterparts.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here. 

This analytical piece looks into foundations and trusts, detailing both, and highlighting which works best for whom.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here. 

St. Vincent & the Grenadines just elected a new government that's promised to launch the Caribbean's 6th citizenship by investment program. And it could reshape the entire CBI market. Find out what Prime Minister Godwin Friday's landslide victory means for investors and why experts say SVG's new CIP may outperform its rivals.Follow the breaking news here.

Every country falls into one of four categories based on how it treats wealthy residents. And where yours lands determines whether you'll build wealth or watch it drain away. Discover which nations are actively courting millionaires, which are quietly bleeding them, and how to position yourself on the right side of the global wealth migration.To find your next home country that treats you and your capital well, search IMI's 250+ residency and citizenship programs.

Bahrain's program now prices into the GCC's lower-to-mid band, undercutting Oman and Saudi Arabia, but at nearly twice the UAE's Golden Visa minimum.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here.

The opposition has repeatedly promised to introduce a CBI program in the island nation should it win the election.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here. 

Egypt processed citizenship applications from 15 countries in 2025, approving 36 while implementing stricter verification requirements.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here. 

“The [UNHWI] targets are bolting from California now,” says David Lesperance as union pushes 5% tax on state's 200 billionaires.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here. 

St Kitts & Nevis CIU Executive Chairman Calvin St Juste reveals the 3-pillar playbook that slashed revenue and cut processing times to 120 days. Discover the inside story of Caribbean CIPs' new 30-day residency requirement, the exclusive VIP concierge program for high-net-worth investors in St Kitts, and how St Juste is setting compliance standards with international partners.Learn more about the St Kitts & Nevis citizenship by investment program and connect with a specialist here.

Elisa de Mollinedo Suarez breaks down Madrid's Mbappé Law and who actually benefits from the 20% deduction.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here. 

Kuwait, the GCC's last mover on golden visas, is now in the game: 10-year residency for property investors, 15 years for business investors.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here. 

Conservative-leaning lawmakers urge a new investor visa to retain capital, while a controversial 20% exit levy proposal looms.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here. 

Charlie Maggi explains why France's €300,000 investor visa remains Europe's best-kept secret for global investors.View the full article here.Subscribe to the IMI Daily newsletter here.