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Price Increase Imminent! Surge in Greece Golden Visa Applications
According to recent local media reports, the number of Greece Golden Visa applications reached 3,900 in the first five months of 2023, a staggering 170% increase compared to 1,444 in the same period last year. Meanwhile, 1,938 applicants were approved for the Greece Golden Visa in the first five months of 2023, a 149% surge compared to the 777 applications approved from January to May last year.
2023 Global Wealth Migration Report Released: Which Destinations Are Popular?
Recently, the British consulting firm Henley & Partners released the 2023 Global Wealth Migration Report. Based on data from January to June 2023, the report provides full-year projections, estimating that 122,000 high-net-worth individuals will migrate globally in 2023, far exceeding the 110,000 in 2019. This figure is expected to continue growing to 128,000 in 2024.
Good News! The Canada Child Benefit Has Increased Again
Recently, the welfare state of Canada has officially announced a favorable policy. The Canada Child Benefit has increased again, which is undoubtedly great news for families with children. The Canada Child Tax Benefit (CCTB) is a free benefit provided by the government for children under the age of 18. The first money received by children is referred to as the "child benefit," which is distributed monthly to each child based on family income…
First Case! WorldWay Immigration Clients Successfully Apply for Canada eTA Visa Waiver with Saint Lucia Passport
Exciting news! Exciting news! WorldWay Immigration has assisted clients holding blank Saint Lucia passports in successfully applying for the Canada eTA electronic visa.
Historic Ruling: U.S. University Admissions No Longer Consider Race
On June 29, local time, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a historic ruling: in a 6-3 decision against Harvard University and a 6-2 decision against the University of North Carolina, the court ruled that their "affirmative action" admissions policies were unconstitutional. From now on, affirmative action can no longer be applied in U.S. university admissions, meaning universities are prohibited from using a student's race as a factor in future admissions decisions.
Exciting News! The Immigration Door to Macau Reopens
Exciting news! The Government of the Macao Special Administrative Region announced on July 1, 2023, that the Law on the Talent Introduction System in Macau has officially come into effect! This marks the reopening of the immigration channel after 16 years since its closure in 2007, and it clearly establishes a legal pathway for applying for Macau residency through the Talent Introduction Program.
Attention! This Real Estate Investment Program for EU Passport Eligibility Is About to Change
The Portuguese government has recently submitted a new proposal to amend the "Mais Habitação" (More Housing) legislative plan, which includes details regarding the Golden Visa. The proposal is currently under parliamentary discussion. Until the final legislation is enacted, the immigration authorities continue to accept Golden Visa applications as usual.
Regarding Children's Education | 2024 World University Rankings Released
Recently, the highly anticipated 2024 World University Rankings were released by QS, a prominent higher education research organization. The United States continues to perform exceptionally well, with 10 universities from the U.S. in the top 20 and 27 universities in the top 100. Among them, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology has ranked first in the world for 12 consecutive years; Harvard University is ranked 4th; Stanford University is ranked 5th; and the University of California, Berkeley is ranked 10th.
Latest Report from a Globally Renowned Company: Investment Opportunities in New Homes in the United States
Recently, according to the latest research report from Morgan Stanley, new home sales in the United States are showing a positive growth trend. In May 2023, new home sales increased by 12.2%, exceeding expectations. This indicates that the current home buying market primarily favors new home sales. The supply of existing homes in the United States is very limited, making it more likely for buyers to choose new homes, which has been a prominent feature over the past 10 to 15 years. At the same time, the report…
2023 Global Livability Ranking Released: Three Canadian Cities in the Top Ten
Recently, The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) released the 2023 Global Livability Ranking, showcasing outstanding performance by Canada, with three cities making the top ten — more than any other country on the list. Vancouver ranked 5th, Calgary tied for 7th, and Toronto ranked 9th.
Plan Your Status Early! This Prestigious U.S. University Has an International Freshman Acceptance Rate of Only 2%
Plan Your Status Early! This Prestigious U.S. University Has an International Freshman Acceptance Rate of Only 2%
Breaking News! Major Policy Changes in South Korea's Deposit Immigration Program
Breaking News! South Korea's Public Interest Investment Immigration (i.e., South Korea's Deposit Immigration) is undergoing several significant changes: the investment option for individuals over 55 years old, specifically the 300 million KRW deposit option, is being eliminated; the 500 million KRW deposit option is being raised to 1.5 billion KRW; and the 1.5 billion KRW deposit option is being raised to 3 billion KRW.