Crisis as credibility test: How the UAE’s response to the Iran-Israel conflict could shape its next decade as a global residency hubThe UAE's promise of a safe haven faces its biggest test amid the Iran conflict. Despite heightened tensions, daily life remains stable, sh...
01 Jun, 2026, 03.27 PM IST
The City of Gold starts coming back to life after its darkest hourDubai's economic landscape is tested after regional conflict. Aviation, hotels, and real estate see impacts. Luxury retail also faces press...
29 May, 2026, 11.51 AM IST
New Zealand to widen English rule for work visa applicantsNew Zealand is tightening English language rules for mid-skilled jobs under its work visa program starting next month. Immigration Minister...
25 May, 2026, 10.21 AM IST
New Zealand expands golden visa rules to include charity donationsNew Zealand's golden visa program will now allow wealthy migrants to count charitable donations towards its NZ$5 million investment require...
25 May, 2026, 10.09 AM IST
Dubai hospitality gets a nine-day breather during Eid al-Adha holidaysIn anticipation of the Eid al-Adha holidays, hotels across Dubai and Abu Dhabi are seeing a notable spike in reservations, a promising sign...
23 May, 2026, 08.37 PM IST
Dubai issues over 167,000 Golden Visas to families of skilled professionalsDubai has issued over 167,000 Golden Visas to families of specialized professionals since 2021, underscoring its commitment to attracting g...
18 May, 2026, 01.49 PM IST
Kazakhstan joins handful of nations to bring AI into classrooms, to roll out nationwide by 2029Kazakhstan is set to integrate artificial intelligence into its schools. A decree signed on May 12 paves the way for AI in secondary educat...
14 May, 2026, 08.34 PM IST
Kazakhstan to attract international investors; introduce Golden Visa scheme & reform residency rules for skilled foreignersKazakhstan is setting the stage for a transformative migration policy. With a focus on drawing in top-tier professionals and foreign invest...
12 May, 2026, 04.32 PM IST
Mauritius aims to attract 100 wealthy migrants a year under new golden visa programmeMauritius is launching a new golden visa program to attract approximately 100 high-net-worth individuals annually. Applicants must invest a...
08 May, 2026, 04.45 PM IST
Portugal tightens citizenship rules, raises residency requirement to 10 yearsPortugal has significantly tightened its citizenship rules, extending the minimum residency requirement from five to up to 10 years for mos...
06 May, 2026, 10.12 AM IST
Paraguay launches Golden Visa program offering permanent residency to foreign investorsParaguay has launched the Investor Pass. This new system simplifies permanent residency for foreign investors. It offers various investment...
05 May, 2026, 04.44 PM IST
Dubai plotting a comeback as Iran war hammers its hottest marketReal estate activity in Dubai has dropped sharply after geopolitical tensions involving the US and Iran affected investor sentiment, accord...
01 May, 2026, 12.49 PM IST
No French, No civic test: France’s exam‑free Visiteur visa Indian HNIs are quietly using as a first step to EU residencyFrance's 2026 immigration reforms, including civic exams and language tests, have caused concern for many. However, the financially indepen...
29 Apr, 2026, 04.43 PM IST
Trump's 'gold card' visa starting at $1 million granted to just 1 person so far, White House saysPresident Donald Trump's 'gold card' visa program, requiring a $1 million investment for legal U.S. residency, has seen one approval. Comme...
24 Apr, 2026, 10.36 AM IST
Dubai home prices record first decline after post-pandemic boomDubai's red-hot housing market is cooling for the first time since 2020, with prices and sales volume dropping in March. Regional conflict ...
23 Apr, 2026, 01.29 PM IST
New Zealand's investor visa draws nearly NZ$4 billionNew Zealand's "golden visa" program, the Active Investor Plus (AIP) visa, has attracted nearly NZ$4 billion in committed and pipeline inves...
22 Apr, 2026, 09.50 AM IST
'Reading about the Golden visa in Dubai': Gaurav Gogoi takes jibe at CM Himanta Biswa Sarma amid passport rowAssam Congress chief Gaurav Gogoi took a swipe at Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma amid a row over alleged multiple passports linked to S...
06 Apr, 2026, 08.57 AM IST