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Portugal's Golden Visa SAVED, Malaysia MM2H Success, Caribbean CBI and Saudi Arabia Estate For Sale

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Aug 15, 2025
Portugal's courts have reversed a controversial change to their golden visa program, making citizenship more accessible. Malaysia's new MM2H visa is thriving, attracting interest from many. The Caribbean's Citizenship by Investment programs are collaborating for better regulation. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia is opening up its real estate market to foreign buyers, potentially altering its economic landscape. These developments showcase the dynamic opportunities in global residency and investment.
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INSIGHT

Portugal Keeps Five-Year Clock Intact

  • Portugal's constitutional court preserved the five-year naturalization clock for existing residents and golden visa holders.
  • Lawmakers can change rules going forward but cannot retroactively lengthen timelines for people already in the system.
ADVICE

Consider MM2H For A Flexible Asian Base

  • Consider Malaysia's MM2H if you want long-term residency in Asia without full-time relocation.
  • Use the visa's flexibility to maintain an Asian base while spending time elsewhere and benefit from low living costs.
INSIGHT

Caribbean Nations Form Unified CBI Regulator

  • Five Eastern Caribbean nations will create a single CBI regulator (ECCIRA) to standardize rules and vetting.
  • The move aims to boost credibility, impose quotas, and upgrade due diligence to satisfy US and EU concerns.
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