U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced a new fee schedule for EB-5 filings on 29 September 2026. The schedule takes effect on 30 November 2026. The core Form I-526E filing fee will rise from USD 3,675 to USD 7,850, an increase of 114%. The figures below are USCIS administrative [...]
Key takeaway: Common Turkey citizenship-by-investment options include real estate, a bank deposit, and investment fund shares. Compare the minimum amount, the three-year holding restriction, currency and market risks, and all fees disclosed in the relevant bank or fund documents. When assessing Turkey’s citizenship-by-investment program, investors should look beyond the headline [...]
In brief: Australia’s Business Innovation and Investment Program (subclass 188) stopped accepting new applications on 31 July 2024. Three pathways that Hong Kong applicants may wish to compare are Australia’s invitation-only National Innovation visa (NIV), New Zealand’s Active Investor Plus (AIP), and New Zealand’s Business Investor Work Visa (BIV). They [...]
Many Hong Kong investors considering New Zealand investment migration may wonder whether New Zealand citizenship could later open a route to Australia. The two countries do have a special travel arrangement, but the steps are not automatic and the requirements should be understood carefully. Important: An AIP or Business Investor [...]
New Zealand’s general election is scheduled for Saturday, 7 November 2026. On 11 September, New Zealand First announced campaign proposals covering immigration and citizenship. These are party campaign commitments, not current law or policies already in force. Whether they proceed will depend on the election outcome and any subsequent parliamentary [...]
