Naoero Citizenship Program Now Official as Nauru Drops Its Name
The Naoero citizenship program is now official after Nauru shed its colonial name, with passports valid and a $90,000 window open to December 31.
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Swiss Transparency Register: Wealth Managers Demand Delay After Hack
Swiss wealth managers want the Swiss transparency register delayed after the Liechtenstein register hack exposed 31,000 beneficial owners. What it means for your structures.
Argentina Residency Fraud: Migraciones Staff Arrested in 101-Doctor Scandal
Argentina residency fraud: three Migraciones employees and four others arrested for faking entry records so 101 Colombian doctors could claim residency. The fallout.
China Offshore Tax Crackdown Hits Trusts in 25-Year Clawback
The China offshore tax crackdown puts a 20% levy on offshore trusts and claws back overseas-asset taxes going back 25 years. See who’s exposed.
Norway Exit Tax Tightens Again, Closing the 37.84% Loophole
Norway exit tax now hits emigrating shareholders with a 37.84% charge on unrealised gains, and Oslo plans to tighten the rules even further.
Panama Friendly Nations Visa Slumps 26% to Near Record Low
Panama Friendly Nations Visa approvals sit near a record low as filings slump. See the data, the Qualified Investor Visa shift, and what it means.
Singapore Fund Manager Tax Breaks Boost Its Edge Over Hong Kong
Singapore fund manager tax breaks from the MAS exempt part of performance profits and ease visas to pull global asset managers from Hong Kong.
Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment Surges to $95M Record
Vanuatu citizenship by investment hit a record US$95.5M in the first half, about 39% of state revenue, even after losing EU visa-free access.
Caribbean CBI EU Deadline: Sept 1 Vetting Crackdown
The Caribbean CBI EU deadline lands September 1, 2026, forcing five nations into reinforced vetting or risk losing visa-free Schengen access by 2028.
Active Investor Plus Visa: NZ’s $3.39B Boom and New Rules
New Zealand updated the Active Investor Plus visa on 12 August 2026 after it drew NZD $3.39 billion. See what changed for investors and families.
Botswana Citizenship by Investment: $75K Passport Cleared
Botswana citizenship by investment starts at $75,000. Parliament cleared dual nationality and the program targets a 2026 launch.
Colombia Wealth Tax Repeal: New President Vows to Scrap It
Colombia wealth tax repeal is now on the table after the new president pledged to abolish the levy. What it means for expats and residents in 2026.