Residency & Citizenship
The latest in residency & citizenship for people moving, settling and building a life abroad.
Residency & Citizenship
Greece tightens golden visa rules to ease housing crisis
Greece is restricting golden visa property purchases in high-demand areas to free up housing for locals and cool an overheated market.
Residency & Citizenship
Japan's Dual Citizenship Ban Drives Residency Program Demand
Japan's policy forcing citizens to choose one nationality by age 22 is pushing Japanese nationals to seek residency in other countries.
Residency & Citizenship
Germany Permanent Residency: Seven Key Requirements
Germany has outlined seven specific requirements for qualifying for permanent residency, offering a clear pathway for long-term residents.
Residency & Citizenship
Portugal Golden Visa 2026: Investment Route to EU Residency
Portugal's investment-based residency program offers EU access for those with capital to deploy—but the rules are tightening.
Residency & Citizenship
Germany Permanent Residency: 7 Key Requirements
Germany has clarified the pathway to permanent residency, with specific criteria around work, language, and residence time.
Residency & Citizenship
Spain Retirement Visa: No Property Buy Required
Americans can now retire in Spain without purchasing property, opening a simpler path for those seeking a Mediterranean base.
Residency & Citizenship
Greece Launches Golden Visa for Start-Up Investors
Greece has introduced a new residency pathway for entrepreneurs and investors in early-stage companies, expanding its golden visa options beyond real estate.
Residency & Citizenship
Spain regularizes irregular foreign nationals
Spain has enacted a law allowing certain undocumented migrants to regularize their status—if you're in Spain without legal status, this may be your window to formalize residency.
Residency & Citizenship
France Raises Language and Civic Requirements for Residency and Naturalization
France has introduced a mandatory civic exam and higher language standards for those seeking residency permits and French citizenship.
Residency & Citizenship
Spain Immigration Applications Surge 50% Under New Regulations
Applications to live and work in Spain have jumped nearly 50% since new immigration law regulations took effect, signaling strong demand for Spanish residency.
Residency & Citizenship
European residency-by-investment programs still available in 2026
Several European countries still offer golden visas—here's what they cost and which ones are still open to new applicants.
Residency & Citizenship
Portugal Golden Visa for South Africans: investment options and residency pathway
South African expats can obtain Portuguese residency through the golden visa by investing in real estate, funds, or job creation—each route has different minimums and timelines.
Residency & Citizenship
Portugal's nationality law changes tighten path to citizenship for expats
Recent reforms to Portugal's citizenship rules mean expats planning to apply for naturalization need to understand the new requirements before deadlines shift.
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