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Malaysia MM2H Visa 2026: Tightened Requirements and Who It Suits Now
Malaysia's MM2H visa was once one of Asia's most accessible long-term residency options. After the 2021 overhaul and subsequent tiered system, the requirements are substantially higher, and the program now targets wealthier applicants. Here's who it still works for.
Vietnam Extends E-Visa to 90 Days and Adds Multiple Entry Option
Vietnam's e-visa program now offers 90-day validity with multiple entry for citizens of 82 countries. The changes simplify extended stays without formal visa applications.
Greece Golden Visa Minimum Doubles to EUR 800,000 in Prime Areas
Greece's tiered golden visa system now requires EUR 800,000 for property in Athens, Thessaloniki, and popular islands. Other regions remain at EUR 400,000.
Mexico's Immigration Rules Tighten for Long-Term Visitors in 2026
Mexico's immigration officials are shortening tourist stays and questioning repeat visitors more aggressively. The informal 180-day visa is no longer automatic.
Japan Launches Digital Nomad Visa With Six-Month Stay Option
Japan now offers a digital nomad visa allowing remote workers to stay up to six months. Income requirement is JPY 10 million annually. Here's what it actually provides.
Dubai Golden Visa Adds New Benefits for 2026 Holders
UAE's Golden Visa program expanded benefits in 2026 including enhanced consular services, priority processing, and new qualifying categories for entrepreneurs.
Portugal Golden Visa Citizenship Timeline Extended to 8 Years
Portugal's government has extended the citizenship eligibility timeline for golden visa holders from 5 to 8 years. Existing applicants may be grandfathered under certain conditions.
Philippines Digital Nomad Visa Launches With Tax-Free Remote Income
The Philippines launched its Digital Nomad Visa offering tax-free treatment of foreign-sourced income and streamlined entry for remote workers earning $2,000+ monthly.
Thailand's 5-Year Destination Visa Opens for Remote Workers
Thailand's Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) offers remote workers a 5-year stay option with 180-day entries and work permission. Here's how it actually works and who it suits.
Argentina Introduces Citizenship by Investment Program Starting March 2026
Argentina has enacted South America's first citizenship-by-investment program, with applications opening March 2026. Minimum investment starts at $200,000 with citizenship granted within two years.
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E-residency provides digital identity and business access without physical relocation. This guide covers what e-residency actually offers and its practical limitations.
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Explore North America
North Carolina, USA
North Carolina has the lowest corporate tax rate of any state with a corporate income tax at just 2%, on a path to potentially reaching 0%. The Research Triangle is a major technology and biotech hub.
Texas, USA
Texas has no corporate income tax and no personal income tax, with the second-largest economy in the US. Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio provide diverse business ecosystems across technology, energy, and finance.
Florida, USA
Florida combines zero personal income tax with a moderate 5.5% corporate rate, making it the most popular US state for business relocation. Miami has become a major fintech and crypto hub.
South Dakota, USA
South Dakota has no corporate income tax, no personal income tax, and strong trust and asset protection laws, making it a premier jurisdiction for wealth structuring and business formation.
Explore Central America
Panama
Territorial taxation system - foreign income tax-free
Belize
Central American offshore with IBCs and LLCs
Costa Rica
Stable Central American democracy with territorial taxation
El Salvador
El Salvador is the world's first country to adopt Bitcoin as legal tender, offering 0% tax on Bitcoin transactions, territorial taxation, and fast crypto licensing.
Explore South America
Explore Africa
Ethiopia
Ethiopia is Africa's second most populous country with one of the fastest-growing economies. The financial sector is closed to foreign ownership, and telecom recently opened to limited competition.
Madagascar
Madagascar is a large island nation off Southeast Africa with a developing economy based on agriculture, mining, and textiles. The country has economic free zones offering tax incentives.
Malawi
Malawi is a landlocked Southeast African country with a common law legal system. The economy is agriculture-based, and foreign investors can fully own businesses in most sectors.
Somalia
Somalia has a largely informal economy with no effective tax collection system. Mobile money is the dominant financial system. International operations carry extreme risk.
Explore Oceania
Marshall Islands
Pacific offshore for shipping and holding companies
Kiribati
Kiribati is a small Pacific island nation using the Australian dollar. The economy depends on fishing licenses, remittances, and the Revenue Equalization Reserve Fund.
Palau
Palau is a small Pacific island nation using the US dollar with a 12% flat tax rate. The tourism-dependent economy operates in free association with the United States.
Solomon Islands
Solomon Islands is a Pacific archipelago with an economy based on logging, fishing, and mining. Foreign investment requires government approval with limited banking infrastructure.