Dominica suspends CBI applications for Yemenis NTL
Dominica suspends CBI applications for Yemenis starting January 19, 2024

The Citizenship by Investment Unit in Dominica announces on January 15, 2024, the decision of The Government of Dominica to Suspend all CBI applications for Yemenis, effective January 19, 2024.

The unit explains that this measure of suspending all CBI applications for Yemenis is part of The Government of Dominica’s commitment to safeguarding the global community and ensuring the safety of the Citizenship by Investment program in Dominica. The unit emphasizes the significance of this decision in achieving a balance between processing applications and ensuring the sustainability of the highly sought-after citizenship program.

It is noted that the Citizenship by Investment Unit is making every effort to provide support and assistance to Yemeni individuals who have already submitted their applications before the specified suspension.

Portugal Citizenship & Nationality Law 2026

Portugal Citizenship & Nationality Law 2026

Portugal has moved to tighten its nationality framework after the President promulgated the 2026 amendment to the Nationality Law on 3 May 2026. The new framework points to a longer citizenship timeline of 7 years for EU and CPLP nationals and 10 years for most other foreign residents, while entry into force still depends on publication in the Diário da República. This article explains the legal position, pending application concerns, and the likely impact on current residents and Golden Visa investors.