Independent migration advisory · Dubai, UAE
Dated notes
A measured record of authority announcements and rule changes. Every entry carries a publication date and source.
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St Kitts and Nevis simplified family pricing, Portugal extended its path to citizenship to 10 years, the EU proposed ending Caribbean programmes by 2028, and Malta's restructured fees now apply. Each update below is dated and linked to its source.
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CitizenshipFrom 1 August 2026, the Public Benefit Option follows the contribution rules, with no extra fee for up to four family members. Additional charges apply from the fifth applicant.
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CitizenshipThe EU has proposed that the five Eastern Caribbean programmes end by June 2028. The governments have responded jointly, pointing to reforms, including the new regional regulator ECCIRA.
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ResidencyA new nationality law in force from 19 May 2026 extends the naturalisation period from 5 to 10 years for most applicants. Residence permit rights are unchanged.
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UAEReported 2026 guidance places the emphasis on the property reaching AED 2 million rather than on how it was paid for. Off-plan and mortgaged cases are still confirmed file by file.
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ResidencyLegal Notice 146 of 2025 replaced the two-tier contribution with a flat €37,000, removed the fee for spouses and minor children, and lowered the adult dependant fee to €7,500.
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ResidencyThe relaunched guest investor programme grants a 10-year permit for a €250,000 holding in a qualifying real estate fund, renewing Hungary's place among European investment routes.
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