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November 25, 2025

Banks in Grenada: How to Choose One and Where to Start

A practical guide to opening a personal or corporate bank account in Grenada: currencies, required documents, KYC/AML checks, timelines, and bank profiles.

January 26, 2024

Banks in Spain

A guide to the Spanish banking system: how it works, which banks are most welcoming to foreigners, the documents needed to open an account, and the pros and cons.

December 27, 2023

Banks in Cyprus

An overview of banking in Cyprus: how to open an account, get a loan or mortgage, and what documents foreigners need.

January 15, 2024

Banks in the UAE

A guide to banks in the UAE: bank types, KYC rules, fees, and how residents and non-residents open personal and corporate accounts.

June 29, 2023

Turkey's Banking System

An overview of Turkey's banking system: how it is regulated, the main banks, and what foreign nationals need to open an account.

May 22, 2023

Vanuatu Banks

How Vanuatu's banking system works: currency, account-opening requirements for individuals and companies, and international banking licenses.

St Kitts and Nevis Biometrics: Why You Should Apply Before the End of August 2026

St Kitts and Nevis is rolling out mandatory biometrics - old passports will be deactivated after July 31, 2027. Why MIRBEZVIZ recommends applying now.

July 28, 2023

Business in Hungary

How to start a business in Hungary: company types, taxes, registration costs and steps, and the main advantages for foreign entrepreneurs.

April 28, 2025

How Grenada Citizenship Differs From Other Caribbean Countries: An Expert Overview

An expert comparison of Grenada citizenship by investment with other Caribbean CBI programs: visa-free access to China, the US E-2 visa, tax neutrality, and family flexibility.

May 18, 2023

What a Vanuatu Passport Gives Russian Citizens

Visa-free access, UK travel, UK university scholarships, tax benefits, and family eligibility that a Vanuatu passport gives to Russian citizens.

June 3, 2024

What to Do After Getting a Vanuatu Passport: Post-Migration Services

Difficulties new Vanuatu citizens face, their legal obligations, and the post-migration services MIRBEZVIZ provides after passport issuance.

April 30, 2025

What You Need to Know About Buying Land in Grenada

A guide for foreign buyers of land in Grenada: the Alien Landholding License, the purchase process, taxes and fees, and whether buying land grants citizenship.

May 18, 2023

Vanuatu: What Kind of Country Is It?

Vanuatu overview: geography, history, climate, cost of living, real estate prices, and the terms of the citizenship-by-investment program.

May 17, 2023

Digital Citizenship of Dominica

What Dominica digital citizenship is, how to register on the crypto exchange platform, required documents, and what digital citizens can already do.

February 27, 2026

Digital Nomad Visa in Spain: A Complete Guide to the Digital Nomad Visa in 2026

A complete 2026 guide to the Spain Digital Nomad Visa: income requirements, documents, taxes, renewal, and how it compares to Portugal and Greece.

ECCIRA Headquartered in Grenada: What a Single Caribbean Regulator Means for Investors

What ECCIRA, the new Eastern Caribbean CBI regulator based in Grenada, means for new applicants and existing Grenada citizens in 2026.

April 9, 2024

France Residency for Financially Independent Persons

How to get the French visiteur residence permit: income and savings requirements, application steps, required documents, and key benefits.

July 9, 2024

France: Top Cities for Buying Property

A guide to France's best cities for real estate investment - Paris, the French Riviera, the French Alps, Nice and Bordeaux - and the route to residency.

May 22, 2023

Where to Buy an Apartment in Turkey?

Where to buy an apartment in Turkey: price trends, the best cities for real estate, and how to judge how liquid a property is.

July 1, 2026

Grenada Citizenship by Investment: 2026 Rule Changes and What Investors Need to Know

Grenada's 2026 CBI rule changes explained: higher investment thresholds, mandatory interviews, tighter due diligence, fees, family rules, and the E-2 visa.

October 11, 2023

Ways to Obtain Spanish Citizenship

How to obtain Spanish citizenship: the golden visa route, naturalization, family reunification, the 10-year residence path, and the rules on second citizenship.

June 13, 2023

Cyprus Citizenship for Russians

How Russians can obtain Cyprus citizenship: routes via residency, marriage, naturalization and descent, requirements, and required documents.

December 28, 2025

Birthright Citizenship in Chile - Yes or No?

How jus soli works in Chile, what it means for parents, and why giving birth in Chile in 2026 is one of the fastest routes to citizenship for a family.

August 22, 2025

Vanuatu Citizenship for the Whole Family: Special Considerations for Children and Spouses

Step-by-step guide to Vanuatu citizenship for a family: required documents, timelines, costs by family size, and the program's advantages.

November 12, 2024

Vanuatu Citizenship in the Shortest Possible Time

How the Vanuatu passport process works, who qualifies, the cost of each investment route, and the advantages of this fast-track program.

June 30, 2026

Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment in 2026: Who the Passport Suits and Current Program Terms

Vanuatu CBI in 2026: who the passport suits, investment routes and costs, Due Diligence rules, biometric requirements, and Schengen access status.

July 3, 2024

Investing in Vanuatu's Coconut Oil Fund

How Vanuatu's CNO Future Fund coconut-oil citizenship route works: costs, partial capital return, history, and program advantages.

June 9, 2024

Spain: What Tax Consequences Can Follow After Obtaining a Residence Permit

How Spain taxes residence-permit holders: income tax brackets, wealth tax, property tax, VAT, and what MIRBEZVIZ can help with along the way.

April 17, 2026

Spain Startup Visa in 2026

A guide to Spain’s startup visa in 2026: eligibility, the ENISA project review, required savings, documents, costs, and the path to permanent residence.

April 26, 2024

Spain, the Digital Nomad Visa

How the Spanish digital nomad visa works: eligibility, income thresholds, the step-by-step application process, taxes, and program benefits.

April 27, 2025

How to Legalize Documents for Use in Grenada

How to legalize official, educational, and commercial documents for use in Grenada: apostille rules, the notarization and translation process, and timelines.

November 13, 2023

What business should you start in Cyprus?

Business ideas and opportunities in Cyprus: tourism, real estate, company registration steps, taxes, and buying versus starting a business.

August 22, 2023

How to Open a Bank Account in Hungary

A step-by-step guide to opening a bank account in Hungary as a foreigner: the banking system, required documents, fees, and what to check before choosing a bank.

August 3, 2023

The Path to Permanent Residency in Hungary: A Detailed Guide

A detailed guide to permanent residency in Hungary: pros and cons of relocating, residence permit categories, selection criteria, and required documents.

March 12, 2024

How to Obtain Spanish Citizenship

A detailed guide to obtaining Spanish citizenship: routes via investment, naturalization, marriage, origin, and family reunification, plus required documents.

August 1, 2025

How to Obtain Vanuatu Citizenship

The stages, timelines, required documents, and common risks involved in obtaining Vanuatu citizenship by investment in 2025.

March 17, 2026

How to Get a Tax Number in Grenada (Tax ID / TIN)

Why Grenada citizens often need a Tax Identification Number for foreign banks, why getting a TIN has become harder, and how MIRBEZVIZ supports the process.

April 25, 2025

How to Get a Police Clearance Certificate in Grenada?

How to obtain a police clearance certificate in Grenada: fingerprinting, the government fee, processing times, and apostille for use abroad.

May 22, 2023

6 Ways to Get Turkish Citizenship

The 6 legal paths to Turkish citizenship - investment, marriage, birth, naturalization, employment, and exceptional merit - and how each one works.

March 20, 2024

Greece Residency by Investment - How to Get It Now

How to get Greece's Golden Visa in 2024: property thresholds, required documents, the application process, and the route to citizenship.

June 3, 2024

How to Get Italy Residency for Financially Independent Persons

How to obtain Italy's elective residency visa (Residenza Elettiva): income rules, required documents, and the step-by-step process.

November 24, 2023

Healthcare in Cyprus

How healthcare works in Cyprus: the public system, GESY, private clinics, insurance, childhood vaccinations, and typical treatment costs.

March 15, 2024

Healthcare in the UAE

How healthcare works in the UAE for foreigners: insurance rules, treatment costs compared to other countries, and the best hospitals in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

October 24, 2023

Healthcare in Hungary

An overview of healthcare in Hungary: funding, doctors, the pharmaceutical market, treatment advantages, spa resorts, clinics, and how to get a medical visa.

November 11, 2025

Myths and Facts About Financial Life in Grenada

A grounded look at taxes, real estate costs, remote work, business, fuel prices, and citizenship-by-investment thresholds for financial life in Grenada.

December 22, 2023

Taxes in Cyprus

A guide to Cyprus taxes: personal income tax brackets, corporate tax, VAT, capital gains, the defence contribution, and social insurance.

May 31, 2023

Taxes in Turkey: A Complete Guide

A complete guide to taxes in Turkey: personal income tax, corporate tax, VAT, property tax, and how to file and pay as a resident or non-resident.

August 17, 2023

Hungary's Tax Policy: Taxes for Individuals and Legal Entities

A full breakdown of taxes in Hungary: personal income tax, corporate tax, VAT, social contributions, and property and car taxes for individuals and companies.

April 28, 2023

Vanuatu Taxes: A Detailed Guide

Vanuatu's tax system explained: personal and corporate income tax, VAT, property and rental taxes, stamp duty, and reporting requirements.

September 28, 2024

UAE Property: the Wynn Al Marjan Island Complex

A guide to Wynn Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah and why buying property in the UAE is a strong investment, including Golden Visa eligibility.

December 29, 2023

Education in Cyprus

A guide to education in Cyprus: school and university structure, tuition costs, admission requirements, and student visas.

January 31, 2024

Education in Turkey

A guide to education in Turkey: kindergarten, school stages, international and Russian-program schools, universities, and student visas.

July 18, 2023

Education in Hungary

A guide to education in Hungary: costs, admission requirements, degree recognition, scholarships, university levels, and post-study job and residency options.

May 16, 2026

Online ED-Card in Grenada

Grenada moved its Embarkation/Disembarkation card online in March 2026. Here's how to fill out the ED-card, when to submit it, and what changed for passport holders.

August 22, 2025

Main Reasons for Refusal When Applying for a Vanuatu Passport

Why Vanuatu citizenship applications get refused - investment shortfalls, income legality issues, document errors - and how to avoid them.

November 27, 2025

Opening Bank Accounts in the UAE

A step-by-step guide to opening personal and corporate bank accounts in the UAE: account types, required documents, and top banks for residents and expats.

November 30, 2025

Opening a Company in the UAE

A step-by-step guide to opening a company in the UAE: Mainland vs Free Zone, registration stages, license types, and common mistakes to avoid.

May 14, 2026

Why It Is Better to Get Panama Permanent Residency Through Property Before the End of 2026

Panama's Qualified Investor property threshold rises from $300,000 to $500,000 in October 2026 - program details, costs, and steps to apply.

June 10, 2026

Grenada Passport Obtained: A Full Checklist of Post-Immigration Services for 2026

A practical 2026 checklist of post-immigration services for Grenada passport holders: banking, tax residency, company registration, documents, and visas.

February 6, 2023

Moving to Turkey. How to Get a Residence Permit in Turkey Quickly, Easily, and Without Risk?

A practical guide to Turkish residence permit (ikamet) types, requirements, documents, and the fastest routes - including through a property purchase.

May 31, 2023

How to Move to Turkey for Permanent Residency

How to move to Turkey for permanent residency: all six routes to status, the timeline, living costs, banking, and the best cities to relocate to.

March 27, 2023

Life Abroad: What Do You Need to Move to Another Country?

A practical guide to moving abroad: choosing a country, residence permit vs. permanent residence vs. citizenship, documents, cost of living, and healthcare.

February 19, 2026

Grenada Passport Renewal: Scheduled Replacement, Loss, and Expedited Issue

How Grenada passport renewal works in 2026: scheduled replacement windows, lost or stolen passports, required documents, timelines, and expedited issue.

May 31, 2023

Why Have the Emirates Become a Magnet for Capital from Russia?

Why the UAE has become a top relocation destination for Russian capital and business: tax benefits, visa options, and the cost of living in 2023.

August 11, 2023

The Path to a European Dream: How to Get Hungarian Citizenship

Routes to Hungarian citizenship: naturalization requirements, repatriation for those with Hungarian roots, and the benefits a Hungarian passport provides.

November 4, 2024

Post-Migration Services for Vanuatu Citizens

What happens after you get a Vanuatu passport: document legalization, company registration, newborn citizenship, driving licence, bank accounts, and visas.

March 2, 2026

Post-Migration Services for Vanuatu Citizens in 2026

What MIRBEZVIZ handles after your Vanuatu passport: birth registration, marriage records, driving licence, TIN, police clearance, banking, and more.

September 15, 2024

Rights and Duties of Chilean Citizens

An overview of Chilean citizens' rights and duties under the Constitution - civil rights, military service rules, taxes, and what new citizens should know.

February 22, 2024

Border-Crossing Rules with a Residence Permit and a Second Passport

Practical rules for crossing borders with a residence permit or second citizenship: which passport to show, notification duties, and common pitfalls.

December 29, 2025

Advantages of São Tomé and Príncipe Citizenship

Why São Tomé and Príncipe citizenship by investment appeals in 2026: mobility, tax benefits, application process, and what sets it apart.

September 12, 2024

The Process of Adding a Newborn to Grenada Citizenship

How to add a newborn child to Grenada citizenship after the parents already hold their passports: documents, fees, and timelines explained.

November 21, 2023

The Vanuatu Program Works: Get Citizenship by Investment Fast, With a Minimal Set of Documents!

How the Vanuatu citizenship-by-investment program works in practice: the step-by-step process, timelines, and full cost breakdown from MIRBEZVIZ.

July 31, 2024

Five Reasons to Give Birth in Chile

A Q&A on giving birth in Chile for birthright citizenship: costs, timelines, parents' residency path, clinics, and required paperwork.

October 27, 2023

Working in Hungary

A guide to working in Hungary for foreigners: finding a job, work permits, salary levels, the employment process, and getting a residence permit through work.

August 21, 2025

A Detailed Breakdown of the Investment Requirements for Vanuatu Citizenship

A detailed look at Vanuatu citizenship-by-investment requirements: investment options, eligibility conditions, and the key advantages for investors.

May 17, 2026

REVIVE Roças in São Tomé and Príncipe: New Investment Concessions in Historic Heritage Sites

REVIVE Roças: São Tomé and Príncipe's 40-50 year plantation concession program - terms, tax incentives, returns, and how to apply.

December 2, 2025

Resident Visas in the UAE in 2026

A 2026 overview of UAE resident visa types - Golden Visa, business, work, student, family, and retirement - with requirements and the application process.

July 3, 2026

Residency, Tax Residency, Banks, and Post-Immigration Services in the UAE: A Full Guide for Russian Citizens in 2026

A complete 2026 guide for Russian citizens on UAE residency, tax residency, opening bank accounts, and post-immigration services like housing, insurance, and schools.

June 29, 2023

The State of Hungary's Real Estate Market

An overview of the Hungarian property market: prices by region, the residence-by-investment threshold, the buying process, taxes, and ownership costs.

April 9, 2026

São Tomé and Príncipe: New Rules for Obtaining Citizenship

São Tomé and Príncipe's 2026 citizenship program updates: new application forms, proof-of-address rules, family additions, costs, and the process.

Giving Biometrics for Vanuatu Citizenship: Booking Specifics and Procedure

How Vanuatu citizenship-by-investment biometrics enrollment works in 2026: who must attend, fees, locations in Dubai, Hong Kong, Noumea, Port Vila and more.

June 22, 2023

The Federation Council Approves a Law Requiring International Passports to Be Surrendered in Cases of Exit Restrictions and Military Call-up

What Russia's new law on surrendering international passports for exit restrictions and military call-up means, and why a second citizenship matters now.

November 29, 2023

The situation on the Cyprus real estate market

Cyprus real estate market trends: transaction volumes, new-build versus resale property, city-by-city prices, and residency through property.

June 22, 2023

Do You Have to Serve in the Turkish Army After Becoming a Citizen of the Country?

Whether new Turkish citizens must serve in the army: conscription rules, age and prior-service exemptions, deferrals, and health exclusions explained.

January 4, 2024

Cost of owning a home in Cyprus: prices and rates

What it costs to own a home in Cyprus: municipal and rental tax, utility rates, property insurance, and the path to residency through property.

February 6, 2024

Top Dishes of Spain

A tour of Spain’s most iconic dishes - gazpacho, paella, chorizo, tortilla española, patatas bravas, tapas, fabada, jamón, grilled fish, and crema catalana.

May 5, 2023

Top 13 Cyprus dishes: what you absolutely must try

A guide to Cypriot cuisine: meze, kleftiko, moussaka, stifado, halloumi, baklava, and the other dishes and desserts worth trying on the island.

October 4, 2023

What Do People Eat in Hungary? The Top Traditional Dishes

A guide to Hungarian cuisine: halaszle, bogracs, lecso, goulash, porkolt, paprikash, langos, and other traditional dishes, desserts and drinks worth trying.

June 23, 2023

Top 5 cities in Cyprus to move to

Comparing Limassol, Nicosia, Ayia Napa, Paphos and Larnaca for relocation, plus the pros and cons of life in Cyprus overall.

April 21, 2023

Top 11 Most Delicious Dishes in the UAE

A guide to the tastiest Emirati dishes to try in the UAE, from manakish and machboos-style guzi to hummus, falafel, and Arabic cardamom coffee.

May 31, 2023

Top 11 Tastiest Dishes in Turkey

A guide to the top 11 tastiest dishes and drinks in Turkey - from mercimek soup and kokoreç to baklava, dondurma, and Turkish tea and coffee.

You Have a Vanuatu Passport - What to Do Now: a Mobility Plan With a Second Document in 2026

Vanuatu passport restricted by the EU and UK? Three legal strategies for 2026 - EU golden visas, long-term visas, and additional citizenship - to restore mobility.

December 19, 2023

Cost and Standard of Living in Spain

Cost of living in Spain: routes to residency, cities to consider, crime levels, salaries, grocery prices, healthcare, and life for Russian speakers.

November 29, 2023

How much does it cost to live in Cyprus?

Cost of living in Cyprus: salaries, taxes, housing, groceries, transport and healthcare prices for those planning to relocate.

September 27, 2023

Cost of Living, Prices and Salaries in Hungary

Prices and salaries in Hungary: food, housing, utilities, transport, clothing, entertainment, healthcare, education, and average income by category.

February 16, 2024

Additional Services for Grenada Citizens

The benefits of second citizenship in Grenada and the full range of post-immigration services MIRBEZVIZ provides to Grenada citizens.

February 9, 2026

Caribbean Services: Full Support for Citizens and Residents of Caribbean Countries

MIRBEZVIZ support for new citizens and residents of Caribbean countries: legal services, banking, company registration, personal services, and leisure.

July 8, 2024

Grenada Passport Validity Extended

Why Grenada extended passport validity to 10 years, how passport replacement works, current fees, and the benefits of a Grenada passport.

August 29, 2023

Which District of Budapest Is Best for Buying Property, and Why

A district-by-district guide to buying property in Budapest: Buda and Pest neighborhoods, price ranges, and which areas suit families, investors, or young buyers.

Vanuatu: the EU Council Partially Suspends the Visa-Free Agreement

The EU Council decided to partially suspend the visa waiver agreement with Vanuatu over risks tied to its investor citizenship schemes - what changed and why.

May 12, 2026

Vanuatu Tightens Due Diligence in 2026

Vanuatu citizenship now runs on stricter due diligence and investment verification since January 2025 - what changed, why, and how it affects applicants.

March 31, 2026

Vanuatu: the Introduction of Biometric Passports From January 2026

Vanuatu switches to ICAO-standard biometric passports in January 2026: what changes for existing holders, new applicants, required documents, and timelines.

December 4, 2023

Vanuatu Launches the World’s First Sustainable Citizenship by Investment Program

Vanuatu’s CIIP program: citizenship by investment funding the coconut oil sector - process, timelines, family eligibility, and the full cost breakdown.

July 13, 2023

Hungary: Everything About Life in the Country

An overview of life in Hungary: geography, climate, history, main cities, transport, residency routes, and the pros and cons of living there.

October 2, 2024

Digital Nomad Visa: Countries Where Russian Citizens Can Get One

Digital nomad visa options for Russian citizens in Spain, Portugal, Greece and Cyprus - income requirements, documents, and application steps.

November 9, 2023

The Digital Nomad Visa - What It Is and How to Get One

What a digital nomad visa is, what it allows you to do, how the application process works, the required documents, and Russian tax obligations abroad.

May 13, 2026

Brazil Residency Through Property in 2026: An Alternative to European Golden Visas

Brazil's VIPER visa in 2026: property investment thresholds, the application process, the 14-day rule, and how it compares to European programs.

Italy Residency for Financially Independent Persons in 2024: Which Documents Fit the Program

Requirements for Italy's Residenza Elettiva visa in 2024: income thresholds, required documents, timelines, refusal reasons, and alternatives.

April 24, 2023

5 ways to get a Cyprus residence permit for relocation

Five routes to a Cyprus residence permit: the startup visa, employment, the digital nomad visa, study, and investment - plus the path to residency and citizenship.

October 31, 2023

UAE Residence Permit

How Russian citizens can obtain a UAE residence permit: visa types, required documents, timelines, common refusal reasons, and the path to citizenship.

UAE Residency + a Caribbean Passport: Combining Zero Taxes and Global Mobility in 2026

How combining a UAE residence permit with a Caribbean second citizenship helps optimize taxes, expand visa-free travel, and boost global mobility in 2026.

April 4, 2023

What We Know About Grenada: Interesting Facts About the Country

Grenada explained: location, travel, history, geography, cost of living, attractions, and how the citizenship-by-investment program works.

May 15, 2026

Yachting in Grenada 2026: How the Island Is Becoming a New Hub of Caribbean Sea Tourism

Grenada's 2026 sailing calendar, marinas and service infrastructure, and how the island's growing yachting scene connects to real estate investment.

May 29, 2024

Launch of the Only Private Grenada Enthusiasts' Club in Russia

Andrey Smelkov launches a private club for Grenada enthusiasts: exclusive events, reference visits, a members' chat, and insider knowledge about the island.

December 30, 2025

Wills in the UAE

Why expats in the UAE need a registered will, how Sharia inheritance rules apply by default, and the difference between DIFC, ADJD, and Dubai Courts wills.

April 4, 2023

Everything About Life in Turkey

A complete guide to life in Turkey: living standards, cost of living, healthcare, education, culture, climate, the best cities, and citizenship by investment.

June 26, 2024

Life in Vanuatu: Expensive or Cheap?

A cost-of-living breakdown for Vanuatu: currency, wages, rent, groceries, real estate prices, and taxes for investors considering the islands.

April 1, 2026

Golden Visa and Choosing the Right Property

How Greece's Golden Visa property investment thresholds work by region, who can be included, and what the 2026 reform changes.

July 5, 2023

Golden Visa in Spain

How Spain’s golden visa works: investment options, taxes and fees, required documents, application routes, and the program’s pros and cons.