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New Portuguese Golden Residence Permit Policy Postponed to Take Effect in July 2021
According to multiple Portuguese media reports, the Portuguese Council of Ministers has approved the amendments to the Golden Residence Permit Act, confirming that the new policy will take effect on July 1, 2021 (originally scheduled for January). This means the issuance of "Golden Visas" will cease in "coastal areas and metropolitan regions such as Lisbon, Porto, and the Algarve." However, "Golden Visas" already approved in these regions may continue to be renewed. ...
Data Shows: China Remains the Largest Source of International Students in the U.S.
Recently, the Institute of International Education (IIE) released the latest "2020 Open Doors Report on International Educational Exchange." The report shows that the number of international students in the U.S. has exceeded 1 million for the fifth consecutive year. In the 2019/2020 academic year, there were 1,075,496 international students pursuing higher education in the U.S., a decrease of 1.8% compared to the 2018/2019 academic year. This marks the first decline in the number of international students in the U.S. in 13 years, since the 2006/2007 academic year...
Changes in the Application Requirements for the Victoria State Investment Immigration Visa in Australia
Breaking news! The application requirements for the investment immigration visa in Victoria, Australia, have undergone significant adjustments, which will take effect on January 4, 2021.
Extension of the Canada Parents and Grandparents Reunion Immigration Lottery
Recently, the Canadian immigration authorities announced that the "2020 Parents and Grandparents Reunion" lottery, originally scheduled for the end of this month, has been postponed to early next year.
Approval Approved! Another Batch of Clients from WorldWay Successfully Obtains Montenegrin Passports
Recently, WorldWay has received significant news regarding the Montenegrin investment citizenship program, with another batch of Montenegrin immigration clients getting approved and successfully receiving Montenegrin passports!
Breaking News! Greece Investment Immigration May Soon Allow Remote Processing
Another major benefit for Greek investment immigration! Following the announcement that minors can serve as primary applicants, the Greek government has recently drafted a bill to abolish the previous requirement that applicants must visit Greece at least once before applying for permanent residency. The bill is expected to be passed in the coming weeks.
The EU’s 2025 Vision for the Accession of Montenegro and Other Nations
At a meeting held in Brussels, the European Union clearly put forward its “2025 Vision,” aiming to facilitate the accession of Balkan countries such as Montenegro and Serbia by 2025.
Dominica Immigration "Accelerated": Another New Plan is Here!
Recently, the Prime Minister of Dominica stated to reporters that Dominica will invest between 800 million to 900 million USD to establish a new international airport—International Airport of Dominica (IKAO), which will complete its assessment this year. Once completed, this airport will bring a new face to Dominica for investors.
How Good Are the Benefits in Canada?
Canada is well-known for its livability; it is a traditional immigration powerhouse, vast in land and rich in resources, with a developed economy that encourages multiculturalism, attracting people from all over the world. The benefits in Canada are numerous and excellent. From birth to adulthood and even into old age, the government's welfare support closely follows every Canadian. Various subsidies such as child care benefits, parental allowances, educational grants for children, employment insurance, and pensions are abundant...
Surge in Portuguese Immigration Applications: Is Opportunity Knocking?
Recently, the Portuguese Immigration and Borders Service (SEF) released Golden Visa data for November 2020, showing that 86 main applicants and 101 family members were approved for the Portuguese Golden Visa that month, representing a nearly 60% increase in main applicants compared to October. In terms of total investment, the figure for November rose by 74.75% compared to October, reaching 50.097 million euros.
Breaking! Australia’s Investment Immigration Policy is About to Change
Recently, the Australian Department of Home Affairs initiated a new round of review for the investment immigration visa categories, planning to modify the current visa categories and make significant adjustments, aimed at maximizing Australia’s economic benefits.
Renowned Media Predicts: Canada Will Become the Country with the Highest Immigration Rate
Recently, the Conference Board of Canada released a report predicting and recommending that the country's population should reach 45 million by 2040. Based on the current population of nearly 38 million, this means an increase of 7 million people over the next 20 years.