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India.com
7 days ago
- Business
- India.com
From Dominica To St. Lucia: Countries Where Indians Are Buying Citizenship Under Rs 1 Crore– Check List
photoDetails english In today's unpredictable world, a second passport is becoming a smart safety net for wealthy Indians. As reported by Business Today, several small countries now legally offer citizenship in exchange for a one-time investment—no relocation, language tests, or long waits. These citizenship-by-investment (CBI) programmes provide benefits like visa-free travel, tax perks, and access to global opportunities—all for under Rs 1 crore. Updated:Jul 09, 2025, 02:15 PM IST Why Rich Indians Are Buying Second Passports 1 / 10 More Indians are turning to citizenship-by-investment (CBI) programmes for security, visa-free access, and tax advantages. These legal routes require no relocation, interviews, or even language tests—just a one-time investment or donation. What Is Citizenship-by-Investment? 2 / 10 CBI lets you acquire citizenship in exchange for an investment—usually in real estate or a government fund. Processing takes just a few months, and many countries offer programmes below ₹1 crore. You don't even need to visit the country in some cases. Dominica – Passport for Rs 76 Lakh 3 / 10 Donate 100,000 dollars (approx Rs 76 lakh) to Dominica's Economic Diversification Fund and get citizenship in 3–6 months. The passport allows visa-free travel to 145+ countries with no interview or physical residency requirement. St. Lucia – Tax-Friendly, Travel Easy 4 / 10 With an investment starting at Rs 76 lakh, St. Lucia offers visa-free access to 140+ countries and zero global income tax. You can include family members, and the process is simple and remote. Vanuatu – Passport in Just 60 Days 5 / 10 Nicknamed the 'Amazon Prime of citizenship,' Vanuatu promises a passport in just 60 days for around Rs 80–85 lakh. You'll enjoy zero income, capital gains, and inheritance taxes—plus access to 90+ countries visa-free. Grenada – A Shortcut to the US 6 / 10 Invest about Rs 95 lakh in Grenada and unlock visa-free access to 140+ countries, plus eligibility for a US E-2 business visa. Ideal for those wanting a legal pathway to live and work in the US. Antigua & Barbuda 7 / 10 For Rs 76–80 lakh, Antigua & Barbuda grants citizenship with minimal residency: just 5 days in 5 years. Visa-free access includes the UK, EU, and over 140 countries. Spouse, kids, and parents can also be added. Moldova – Europe's Underrated Option 8 / 10 Moldova offers citizenship for approx ₹92 lakh. Though not in the EU, it allows visa-free travel to 120+ countries and is considered a stepping stone for those looking to eventually access the European region. St. Kitts & Nevis – Oldest and Most Trusted CBI 9 / 10 For around Rs 92 lakh, this Caribbean nation offers one of the longest-running CBI programmes. Visa-free travel to 150+ countries, zero global tax, and no residency rules make it a go-to choice for privacy-seeking investors. India Doesn't Allow Dual Citizenship 10 / 10 If you take up citizenship in any of these countries, Indian law requires you to give up your Indian citizenship. However, you can apply for OCI (Overseas Citizen of India) status later to maintain some rights in India. (Images credit: Freepik/File photo)
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Docketwise Releases 2025 Immigration Report, Revealing Fluctuations in Processing Times, Case Outcomes, amid Policy Changes and AI Adoption
Leading Immigration Case Management Platform Shares Data and Insights Shaping the Future of Immigration Law Practice AUSTIN, Texas, June 10, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Docketwise, the all-in-one immigration and case management software for immigration lawyers, has released its 2025 Legal Industry Report: State of Immigration, providing an in-depth look at the policy shifts, case data, and legal practice trends that defined U.S. immigration law in 2024. This report offers immigration attorneys a review of green card processing, naturalization approvals, asylum outcomes, court decisions, visa statistics, and the growing role of legal technology across the field. Authored by James Pittman, Co-founder of Docketwise and former immigration attorney, the report reflects Docketwise's continued investment in supporting immigration firms through software, client tools, and legal research. "Immigration lawyers are facing rising demand in a challenging environment characterized by historic policy changes, fluctuating approval rates, and lengthy processing times across every aspect of their practice," said James Pittman, Co-founder of Docketwise, an AffiniPay solution. "This report offers a data-backed view of where the trends are headed so that firms can adapt. Our goal is to help attorneys make informed decisions as they plan for the year ahead." Green Card Application Patterns The report examines green card application patterns across both employment-based and family-based categories. USCIS received more than 42,000 employment-based filings in Q1, approving fewer than 19,000. By Q3, approvals rose to over 36,000 while filings dropped by nearly half, indicating a backlog clearance rather than new demand. Processing times for green card applications also shifted, reaching their lowest in Q2 at 5.2 months before rising again to nearly 7 months by year's end. Family-based applications remained steady at more than 110,000 per quarter, with approvals peaking at over 113,000. Processing times gradually improved from 10.1 months to 7.7 months, but each quarter closed with more than 500,000 pending cases. Naturalization Filings Naturalization filings neared 1 million in 2024, with over 816,000 new citizens approved. Denials declined from nearly 12 percent in Q1 to just under 10 percent in Q4. Mexico led in total approvals, including India, the Philippines and the Dominican Republic. Asylum outcomes showed a clear link to legal representation as applicants with counsel were approved 52 percent of the time, compared to just 17 percent without. Denial rates for unrepresented applicants exceeded 80 percent. Immigration Court Cases Immigration courts resolved over 900,000 cases. One-third resulted in removal orders, and another third were terminated. More than 48,000 forms of relief were granted, and most respondents were male. H-2A and H-2B Visas H-2A and H-2B visas supported seasonal labor and H-1B, L-1, and E-2 visas continued to serve skilled workers and business roles. U and T visa numbers remained low as refugee admissions reached 100,034, falling short of the 125,000 cap with most coming from Africa, South Asia, and Latin America. The release of this report follows AffiniPay's introduction of its Kaleidoscope conference, a bespoke event curated for all legal and accounting professionals. The conference will take place September 2–4, 2025 in Austin, Texas, and tickets can be purchased online. Docketwise, an AffiniPay solution, will be at the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)'s annual conference, June 18–21, 2025, in Denver, Colorado. To discuss the Immigration report in person, please visit Booth #107 at the AILA conference. To download the report, please visit here. About Docketwise Docketwise, an AffiniPay solution, provides best-in-class smart forms combined with a full suite of practice management and case tracking tools for immigration lawyers. From solo practitioners to law firms, tens of thousands of lawyers choose Docketwise for its straightforward approach to completing forms, personal customer support, and being an all-in-one case management solution to grow your practice. Docketwise is a part of the AffiniPay family of solutions that includes MyCase and LawPay. For more information, please visit View source version on Contacts Media Contact Keely LeonardDocketwise PR Director512-368-8988kleonard@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Arabian Post
02-06-2025
- Business
- Arabian Post
Ethiopian Airlines Eyes Fleet Expansion with Regional Jet Acquisition
Ethiopian Airlines is evaluating the procurement of 20 to 30 regional or small narrowbody jets to enhance its domestic operations and replace ageing aircraft, according to Chief Executive Officer Mesfin Tasew Bekele. The airline is considering three aircraft models: Embraer's E-2 series, Airbus's A220, and Boeing's 737 MAX 7. The final number of aircraft to be ordered will depend on the selected model. The 737 MAX 7, which offers a larger seating capacity, is still awaiting certification, posing a potential challenge to its selection. The A220 and E-2 series are already in service with other carriers, providing a more immediate deployment option. Ethiopian Airlines, Africa's largest carrier, is experiencing robust travel demand. However, it faces challenges due to delayed aircraft deliveries and engine shortages. The airline has three Boeing 787s grounded because of a lack of Rolls-Royce engines and five turboprop aircraft grounded due to a shortage of Pratt & Whitney engines. Maintenance delays have extended engine turnaround times from the typical three months to six months or more.
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Business Standard
02-06-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Ethiopian Airlines considering order for 20 regional jets, CEO says
Ethiopian Airlines is looking to order at least 20 regional or small narrowbody jets as it moves to expand its domestic fleet and replace some ageing aircraft, the airline's chief executive told Reuters on Monday. "We are evaluating three aircraft models, the E-2 from Embraer, the A220 from Airbus, and the 737 MAX 7 from Boeing," CEO Mesfin Tasew Bekele said in an interview. The final order quantity will depend on the type chosen, he added. Boeing's 737 MAX 7, which has a larger seating capacity and sits at the bottom of a larger category than the Airbus A220 and Embraer E-2, is yet to be certified. Africa's largest carrier is experiencing strong travel demand but has been constrained by jet delivery delays and the grounding of some aircraft due to engine shortages stemming from supply chain disruptions. "We are receiving airplanes from both Boeing and Airbus, but deliveries have been delayed, some by three months, some six months, some more," Bekele said on the sidelines of an annual IATA meeting of global airline leaders. The company is also in talks with lessors to bring onboard some jets to ease capacity constraints. The airline is among several facing grounded aircraft due to bottlenecks in engine maintenance plants. Ethiopian has three Boeing 787 widebody jets grounded due to a shortage of Rolls-Royce engines, with five turboprop aircraft grounded due to a shortage of RTX's Pratt & Whitney engines. "Normally engines were supposed to be repaired and returned in three months typically, but now it takes six months or even more to get them repaired and returned," Bekele said.
Time of India
02-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Embraer sees lot of opportunities in India; in talks with IndiGo, Air India, ET Infra
Aviation 4 min read Embraer sees lot of opportunities in India; in talks with IndiGo, Air India Besides, the company is in talks with IndiGo and Air India to explore the possibility of selling its E-2 aircraft, which can have up to 146 seats.
