Reporting from: Bangkok, Thailand I've often said that I love spending time in Asia for one simple reason. While I love the big cities, the hustle and bustle, and the great food,...
Is the Cambodia second passport a scam?
Dateline: Siem Reap, Cambodia In Khmer, Siem Reap literally means "Siam defeated". It's an old tribute to the great expansion of the Khmer Empire, which covered most of...
Americans Renounce Citizenship at Record Levels Now
Reporting from: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam They say water seeks its own level. Perhaps that's why thousands of US citizens are handing in their US passports at the local embassy...
The citizenship lottery and Best Places to Be Born
Reporting from: Tai O, Hong Kong On a short cab ride yesterday, I told the driver which hotel to take me to. He grunted and started driving away. I tried to hand him a paper with...
Is the World Service Authority passport a real second passport?
We frequently discuss easy ways to get a second passport. When people hear that I zip through the diplomatic line using a government-issued Global Entry card when entering the...
The Best Citizenship by Descent Passports from Ancestors
Last updated: September 15, 2020 Having a second passport is an important step for anyone looking to plant flags, increase their freedom, and give themselves a “Plan B.” ...
Who owns your citizenship: you or your government?
I sent my US passport into the State Department yesterday so they can add more pages to it. I've been hitting it hard the last two years or so, and all those stamps, stickers,...
How Big Government made it harder to get a second passport
Your options for escaping your home country have decreased dramatically in the last fifteen years. Yes, you are still technically free to move to almost any country in the world...
Buy Real Estate and Get Second Residency in the Philippines
Reporting from: Makati, Philippines The real estate market here in Manila is exploding. Everywhere you turn, there's a sign for a new development. Condos are the thing in this...
Citizenship-based taxation: Just the US and a war-torn country
Reporting from: Los Angeles, California I love economic competitiveness among governments. That's why I had always wanted to speak with someone from the only place on earth that...
Where to plant your citizenship flag
Where should you plant your citizenship flag? This past weekend on my radio show, I spoke with passport guru Mark Nestmann about who is calling him for a second...
Turkey Real Estate Investment: What You Should Know
Turkey’s affordable cost of living, emerging free-market economy, and popularity with both tourists and expats make it a strong contender for investors looking to diversify their...
Panama Real Estate Investment: What International Buyers Need To Know
Panama is a popular destination for foreign investors seeking to diversify assets, generate rental income, or acquire a second citizenship in a stable country with a dollar-based...
How To Get a Cambodian Passport: Requirements, Steps, and Key Benefits
Cambodia is gaining relevance as a second citizenship destination for high-net-worth expats due to its low cost of living, favorable taxes, and access to the rest of South East...
Panama Friendly Nations Visa: Requirements, Benefits, and More
Due to its low tax regime, affordable cost of living, and warm climate, Panama has become a popular relocation destination for high-net-worth expats worldwide. The country also...
UAE Golden Visa: Requirements, Application Process, and Advantages Explained
The UAE Golden Visa allows high-net-worth expats to invest, work in, and relocate to the Emirates while benefiting from its zero-tax system and high living standards. There are...
Property Investment in Mauritius: A Guide for Foreign Buyers
Real estate investments in Mauritius make up a sizable portion of foreign direct investment (FDI) into the country. According to data from the Economic Development Board of...
Uruguay Residency Requirements: Everything You Need To Know
Due to its affordable cost of living, favourable tax regime, low financial requirements, and reputation as one of the safest countries in Latin America, Uruguay has become a...
Property Taxes in Portugal: Annual Rates and Rules for Expats
Purchasing property in Portugal is often a more affordable investment than buying real estate in countries like the U.S., making it an attractive option for expats. ...
Countries That Will Pay You to Move There
Italy has the highest share of people over 65 years old of all EU member states, and if this trend continues, the implications could be serious. Demographic decline is an...
