Hong Kong’s CIES: HK$10.5 Billion Influx, Zero Property Investment
Six months after Siren Chen’s cautiously optimistic assessment, the HK$10.5B in approved investments suggests her confidence was well-placed.
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Author: Siren Chen
Hong Kong Relaxes CIES Net Worth Requirement Amid Other Changes
Hong Kong scraps sole ownership requirement and expands qualifying assets under new CIES guidelines
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Is Australia’s National Innovation Visa a Game-Changer or a Dud?
Siren Chen compares the NIV’s nomination process to similar programs in Canada and the United States, noting distinct requirements
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Rich, Successful, Rejected: Singapore’s Brutal PR Reality
Siren Chen explains why significant economic contributions alone isn’t enough to gain Singapore PR, and what’s really needed to get approved.
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Taiwan’s Elite Card: A Golden Ticket that No One Can Obtain
Siren Chen says it’s better to curb your enthusiasm: The Elite Card promises a golden ticket, but with a NT$6M salary cap, few can qualify
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5 Investment- and Skills-Based Paths to Residency in Hong Kong
Siren Chen compares the five investment- and skills-based routes to Hong Kong residency by cost and difficulty level.
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Digital Nomad Showdown: Portugal, Spain, and Italy
Siren Chen meticulously breaks down the Portuguese, Spanish, and Italian digital nomad visas to find out which one is best.
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From Slumber to Stir: Hong Kong’s CIES-Driven Economic Awakening
Siren Chen believes the “new CIES could catalyze a vibrant economic resurgence” of Hong Kong and strengthen its ties with Mainland China.
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Turkey Takes Undeveloped Land Off The CBI Menu Amid Rumors of Big Changes
Siren Chen summarizes the last few years’ changing terms of the Turkey CIP and outlines what we can expect next.
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Be Cautious With EB-5 Projects That Don’t Mind USCIS’ New 2-Year Investment Period
A two-year investment is a bridge-loan. Serious EB-5 projects need more time and longer investment cycles, argues Siren Chen.
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