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The Wolf Is Truly Here! U.S. EB-5 Minimum Investment Amount Rises to $900,000
New update from Capitol Hill: To avoid a government shutdown, U.S. President Donald Trump has signed a Continuing Resolution (CR) to allow the government to receive short-term budget appropriations to maintain operations until December 20, 2019. Previously, the Senate and the House of Representatives had passed this temporary government budget bill with votes of 74:20 and 231:192, respectively.
Worldway Group EB-5 Investors Successfully Catch the Last Train for $500,000 U.S. Immigration
Good news: As of November 19, U.S. time, the I-526 applications for Worldway Group's EB-5 investors have been successfully submitted to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). With this, Worldway Group's EB-5 investors have successfully caught the last train for $500,000 U.S. investment immigration.
Another EU Member State Strongly Supports Montenegro's EU Accession: Full Support!
According to news from the official website of the Government of Montenegro: On November 18, 2019, Prime Minister of Montenegro Duško Marković and Prime Minister of Malta Joseph Muscat reached a consensus in Podgorica, the capital of Montenegro, to establish sound political and economic relations between the two countries. At the meeting, Prime Minister Duško Marković welcomed the arrival of Prime Minister Joseph Muscat and thanked Malta for its understanding and appreciation of Montenegro's overall efforts in joining the EU.
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[Save for Later] A Detailed Guide to U.S. Gift and Estate Taxes
In the United States, two things are certain: death and taxes! The U.S. is a country with extensive taxation, and it is particularly stringent regarding the taxation of property transfers. As long as you are a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, your assets are treated equally regardless of whether they are located in China or the United States; they are subject to taxation as required.
“Soaring Eagles” Visas Consulting Group American Scout Autumn Camp Event a Resounding Success
To express gratitude for the trust and support of new and old clients, the “Soaring Eagles” Visas Consulting Group American Scout Autumn Camp, jointly organized by Visas Consulting Group and the Visas Consulting Group Wealth Club, was recently held successfully in Shanghai. The event featured a variety of outdoor development and skills training activities, such as archery, campfire building, Gaga ball, rock climbing & zip-lining, etc. Each project was deeply loved by the children and provided them with...
New Benefits for Investment in Greece: Significant Reduction in Fixed Taxes for Qualified Investors
Recently, the new cabinet of Greece has introduced a series of bold reforms, particularly aimed at encouraging international investment. In the first two months of his term, the new Prime Minister of Greece has announced a series of tax reduction policies favorable to investors, such as a 22% reduction in property tax and a 50% tax reduction for renovations.
Turkey Park Residences: Challenging Chinese Investors' Perceptions of European Property Prices
Recently, WorldWay Group grandly introduced another major project to investors—a renowned residential development meticulously crafted by a powerful Turkish developer. These European-style garden residences offer disruptive value, starting from as low as $1,400 per square meter. Featuring transit-oriented, park-side, and school-district benefits, the Turkish "Park Residences" has made a stunning debut! Upon its release, this project immediately overturned the Chinese...
December EB-5 Visa Bulletin Released: Chart A Advances by 2 Weeks, Chart B Advances by 4.5 Months
The U.S. Department of State's Visa Office has officially released the Visa Bulletin for December 2019, the third month of the 2020 fiscal year, for the U.S. EB-5 Investment Immigration program. The latest results show that for Chart A, the final action date for EB-5 applicants is November 15, 2014, an advancement of 2 weeks compared to November. For Chart B, the date has advanced by 4.5 months to May 15, 2015, compared to November.
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[Immigration Collection] Is the Cost of Living for Immigrants in Canada Really High?
As a preferred destination for investors, Canada has always been synonymous with high welfare. Before landing in Canada, many immigrants are eager to know how much it costs to maintain a basic standard of living. Below, we share some of the expenses associated with living in Canada.
Obtaining an EU passport for 350,000 Euros, is it really possible?
When it comes to immigration, many people focus on developed countries such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia. However, current immigration trends have broken this pattern. Due to the advantage that immigrating to one country grants citizenship rights in 28 EU countries, as well as the freedom to live, work, and study in countries like Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein, the EU passport has become a new favorite in the immigration industry and is highly sought after...
October Portugal Golden Residence Visa Data: Chinese Investors Continue to Lead
The Portuguese Immigration and Borders Service (SEF) recently released the Golden Visa data as of October 31, 2019. Data shows that in October this year, the investment amount attracted by Portugal's Golden Residence Visa was 59.9 million Euros, an increase of 23.7% compared to September this year. As of October 31, 2019, the Portugal Golden Residence Program has attracted nearly 5 billion Euros in investment, of which real estate investment accounts for 90%.
Antigua Passport Holds High Value with Numerous Visa-Free Countries
In recent months, following the establishment of new visa-free agreements with Russia, Kosovo, India, Bolivia, and the United Arab Emirates, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed that citizens of Antigua and Barbuda can enjoy visa-free access to 165 jurisdictions, excluding EU countries including the United Kingdom.