The year 2023 witnessed a significant increase in Greek Golden Visa applications, with many experts believing this surge was to seize the opportunity to obtain residency before the application fees increase. However, the continued rise in applications despite the fee hike confirmed the presence of other factors driving investors to obtain Greek Golden Residency.
Greek Golden Residency: Popularity Booms with 78% Increase in Applications
According to statistics, in the last 4 months of 2023, the total number of applicants for Greek Golden Residency reached 2,866 applications, with an average monthly application rate of about 717, which is 78% higher than the applications in 2022.
Regarding pending applications, one out of every four applications was approved, and Greece managed to reduce the number of pending applications in August. It is worth noting that the Greek Golden Residency program significantly contributed to boosting Greece’s economy and attracting substantial investments, with an average monthly intake reaching €200 million in 2024.
Will the current year witness new developments in the Golden Residency program?
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US Visa Bond Program Becomes Permanent: Impact on Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, and Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment
The US Department of State has made its B-1/B-2 visa bond program permanent, effective 3 August 2026, raising bond amounts to $10,000-$20,000. Citizenship by Investment without a residency requirement remains an explicit qualifying criterion, directly affecting Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, and Vanuatu.
Nauru Is Now the Republic of Naoero: What It Means for the Citizenship Program
The Republic of Nauru has officially adopted the name Republic of Naoero. Citizenship Certificates now bear the new name; passports remain issued as Nauru during the transition.
EU Caribbean CBI Phase-Out by 2028: What the Visa Suspension Mechanism Means for Investors
The EU’s revised Visa Suspension Mechanism now treats CBI programme operation itself as suspension grounds. Antigua & Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, St Kitts & Nevis, and Saint Lucia have reportedly been asked to phase out by 1 June 2028.
UAE Tourist Identity: Instant Digital Bank Account Launch
The Central Bank of the UAE, ICP, and ADCB have launched a digital identity-linked banking service allowing non-resident visitors to open an account and receive a debit card within minutes of arrival.
Best Residency by Investment Programs 2026
Compare 10 residency by investment programs in 2026: Greece, UAE, Portugal, Malta, Hungary, Germany, Latvia, Cyprus, USA EB-5, Türkiye. Analysis by NTL International.





