Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
21 July 2023
A visa run allows extending your legal stay in a foreign country by taking a trip to a neighboring country and then returning after some time. However, far from all countries provide such an opportunity. Besides, the immigration authorities of many countries where visa runs are legal put up barriers for visa-runners anyway. You had better look for other ways of establishing legal residence in a foreign country thus avoiding the waste of time associated with visa running.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
21 July 2023
Choose from a variety of the most successful businesses to start yours today. Have a shot at website and web application development, financial or online business consulting, digital or social media marketing, and information security. Achieve success with commercial writing, transcription, translation, or graphic design. Open your tattoo parlor or wedding agency. Organize events online, help customers become fit, or feed them. Flourish in any of the most profitable online businesses.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
19 July 2023
Any budding entrepreneur should know very well what the company incorporation process is and what steps he or she will have to take to get a fully-operational business entity. First of all, we discuss the purpose of company incorporation as it seems to be the main point from which it all starts. Then we proceed to the types of companies as the structure of your business is really important: it may simplify or complicate your activities. We also mention the most popular form of company incorporation for you to know which structure most entrepreneurs find convenient and the steps to take.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
19 July 2023
Banks for expats: what should you consider when picking the best bank for expats? Which banks are popular among expats worldwide? What banks are the top choice for expats banking in Asia? The best banks for nomads: where are they? How can expats go about opening an account with an international bank? What precautions should expats keep in mind when using international banks and accounts?
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Updated:
31 January 2025
Where in the world are the top places for expats to live? Expat Insider 2023: overview. The best countries to live in as an expat. Motivation of expats, their nationality, and geographical factors. Which one is the country with the most expats? Expat Insider 2023: ratings. Expat Insider 2023: main categories.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
18 July 2023
Coastal Empire is a villa complex in the Turkish province of Muğla on the Bodrum peninsula between Yalikavak and Golturbuku. The complex consists of several villas and some of them are still for sale. Each villa has three bedrooms, a large front yard, and a garden. Purchase of a villa will make the foreign buyer eligible for Turkish citizenship by investment.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
17 July 2023
Would you like to become a resident of the UAE? The local Residence Visa is very popular, but it is not that easy to obtain. However, it is possible, as long as it is not prohibited by the laws. There are several options that allow you to become a Residence Visa holder, and they are described in the article. If you want to bring your family members for permanent residence in the UAE, you can only do so by becoming their sponsor. You can invest in real estate, start your business, or prove that you have an income sufficient for living in the country – all of these are legitimate ways to become a UAE resident.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
14 July 2023
How to reduce business risk and improve the efficiency of your enterprise? These are fundamental questions to take your business to the next level. Our experts will tell you about five effective risk management strategies and their practical application.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
14 July 2023
UAE private bank in Dubai and its services for non-resident customers. Account management in the UAE private bank. Fees in the UAE private bank. Documents required to open a personal account for non-residents with the UAE private bank. Remote opening of personal accounts with the UAE private bank for non-residents: fees. Open a personal account with the UAE private bank as a foreigner: easy steps to follow.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
13 July 2023
Buying real estate in Turkey is a great opportunity for investors and people that want to obtain a second passport. If you are an investor, you can buy property in a popular tourist destination and receive income by renting it out and/or selling it later on at a higher price. And if you want to acquire Turkish citizenship for yourself (and maybe for the whole family), you will easily qualify for the citizenship-by-investment program if you purchase real estate in Turkey. And if you have always dreamed of living by the seaside, you will be charmed by the elite villas of natural stone in Bodrum!
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Updated:
14 June 2024
What is onshore? Companies established onshore: meaning and characteristics. What are the uses of an onshore company? What is offshore? Offshore company hallmarks. Why do people establish offshore companies? Onshore and offshore companies: comparison table. Benefit from professional services to set up your offshore company.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
13 July 2023
Are you interested in Serbia as a place for relocation (along with your family or business) or do you simply want to visit the country? You will often hear the word polaco from the Serbs, and it has come to denote their peculiar lifestyle. It means a laid-back atmosphere where people are in no hurry to do anything or achieve goals at a tremendous speed: they are busy enjoying their life. There is no point in rushing as anything can wait – this is the philosophy of a true Serb that is ingrained in the local infrastructure: there are a lot of cafes where you can just sit leisurely over a cup of coffee for hours.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
12 July 2023
Do you want to buy real estate in Antalya? Our experts will tell you why in 2023 this can be a very profitable investment. Among the main factors, we can single out a steady increase in the cost of housing in this province, the popularity of the resort among tourists, the availability of Turkish residence permits and second citizenship, and others.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
12 July 2023
Bornova district: a prime location for living and investment in Izmir. Solis Cityscape: luxurious residences in Downtown Izmir: project overview, apartment prices and floor plans in Solis Cityscape, Izmir, Solis Cityscape infrastructure, facilities, and technical specifications. Effortless relocation: moving to Turkey in several easy steps.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
11 July 2023
Would you like to obtain a second passport to be ready for any unexpected events that may occur? Turkey gives you this opportunity, and we offer a new residential complex where you can buy high-quality apartments at the developer’s price and qualify for a local residence permit (and later for citizenship). If you have always wanted to live by the seaside, this is an opportunity for you as the magic waters of the Aegean Sea are just a 26-minute walk from the building! And if you are an investor, you can rent the apartment out to get passive income. Read the article for details and contact us for help.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
11 July 2023
Asset protection and asset custody in planning financial security. Differences between the 2 concepts explained. Asset safekeeping services: asset security, asset custody, and asset securitization. How asset securitization works for accounts receivable, mortgage loans, and securities. Professional asset evaluation to get the most benefit from your assets.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
10 July 2023
Are you planning to acquire a residence permit in Portugal – or maybe you have one? Congratulations: this is a wise decision. However, you have to know the peculiarities of taxation for expats to comply with the local laws and avoid any penalties being imposed. If you permanently reside in Portugal (at least 183 days a year) or if you have a local address. You may be entitled to apply for an NHR (Non-Habitual Resident) status. It will help you to reduce the tax burden for at least 10 years. However, make sure not to use it for aggressive tax optimization or your application will be turned down.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
10 July 2023
Despite Switzerland’s reputation as the center of attraction of European wealth, Luxembourg scored higher in 2023 wealth rankings. Compare the key features of the two wealthiest European countries.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
07 July 2023
US states that allow you to set up DAPTs. What is the best asset protection trust? US states with the best conditions for online businesses. US states with challenging procedures for lawsuit filing and litigation. Are trusts protected from lawsuits in Nevada? US states with enhanced protection for homeowners’ rights.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Updated:
03 September 2025
Comoros (Africa) is a poorly-developed archipelago in the Indian Ocean whose main specialization is agriculture. And yet it may be of interest to entrepreneurs as it offers beneficial conditions for International Business Corporation registration and obtaining a forex, gambling, banking, or cryptocurrency license. You will need a registered agent for this purpose, though, and you will have to be careful when you choose one: there are a lot of scam offers when it comes to business registration in Africa. Fortunately, we can help you. Read our article on Comoros to find out more details.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
05 July 2023
Financial Action Task Force (FATF) in laypeople’s terms. FATF organizational design. Main goals of the organization. FATF member jurisdictions: what are they? How does FATF contribute to preventing financial crimes? Its observers and associated organizations. FATF mission and recommendations in a nutshell.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
05 July 2023
Grenada has one of the lowest crime rates in the Caribbean, which already makes it a safe country to go to on vacations. The weather conditions are superb, the locals are friendly, and the food tastes great. You have to exercise basic precautions when visiting Grenada but this recommendation will hold for any foreign country that you may visit.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Published:
04 July 2023
Beylikdüzü is a tranquil district near the Marble Sea shore in the European part of Istanbul. Magnificas Villas is a residential complex there consisting of eight two-story villas and the villas are for sale. The price of a villa exceeds a million US dollars but a foreign national can qualify for citizenship of Turkey by investment if he or she purchases a luxurious villa in Beylikdüzü.
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Author:
Alexandra Erlanger
Updated:
19 December 2023
St Kitts and Nevis offers an opportunity to ‘purchase’ the passport of the country at a reduced price. Initially, the discounted price was supposed to be available between January 1 and June 30, 2023. However, the immigration authorities of the country have decided to extend the limited-time offer up to January 31, 2024 due to high demand for economic citizenship of St Kitts and Nevis on the part of foreign investors.
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