Articles by Polina Fedotova
Tranio’s client experience: mountain chalet in the Alps for vacation and good rental income
Resort property in the French Alps is a prospective investment, both from the point of view of getting income in high season, and getting a "second home" for vacations in a sunny, comfortable Alpine climate. Alpine resorts are as popular as resorts on the French Riviera, and property prices in the Alps annually show a significant increase, often exceeding the indicators of other regions of France.
Non-Lucrative residence visa in Spain in 2025
Every year, Spain attracts residents of northern countries with its pleasant Mediterranean climate, beaches with fine sand, azure sea, seafood dishes, and wines from local wineries, as well as festivals and traditional holidays.
Tranio’s client experience: buying a second home on the Costa Blanca
Spanish real estate has consistently been in high demand in the past few decades.
Buying property in France for a legal entity SCI in 2025
To optimise taxes on property ownership in France, as well as to manage funds more conveniently, our experts recommend registering a legal entity to invest in housing in France. The civil property company SCI (Société Civile Immobilière) is a real estate holding company incorporated under French law and it is an optimal solution, available to both residents and non-residents of the country.
Top quarters of Nice: where to stay on vacation and buy property
Nice is divided into two large parts by the Paillon River, which now mostly flows underground. The left bank is the oldest part of the city with an architecture style close to Italian Turin outlook. The districts on the right bank loke more like a French city and remind the Baron Osman architecture style.
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From Thailand to Dubai and back: Tranio's manager shares personal relocation experience
The Dubai Magazine editorial team learned about the experience of relocation and building a career in international business from Svetlana Romanyuk, Head of Tranio’s office in Phuket. During the interview, Svetlana noted the circumstances of her entry into the real estate sector in the mid-2000s, talked about her move to Dubai after 17 years of living in Thailand, and her return.
Greece work visa: processing time & fees in 2025
Greece, a renowned tourist destination, offers a wide range of attractions for visitors seeking pristine beaches, historical heritage, the comfort and variety of resort properties and a rich cultural experience.
Greek residence permit for pensioners in 2025
Greece's favourable climate and cultural environment have contributed to its popularity as a retirement destination for several decades.
Residence permit in Greece for a bank deposit in 2025
In 2023, Greece remains one of the few countries in the European Union that offers the possibility of obtaining a residence permit by investing in its economy. This process enhances Greece's economic potential and increases its political clout in the international arena.
Greece visitor visa (invitation visa): how to get in 2025
If you have friends or relatives living in Greece who have a Greek residence permit or citizenship, you may be able to obtain a Greece visitor visa (or invitation visa) in a simplified manner.
Greece tourist visa: requirements and processing time in 2025
One of the world's most popular summer holiday destinations, Greece offers a unique blend of seaside resorts and cultural heritage sites. From warm azure waters stretching to the horizon, to small coves dotted with white yachts, to international ports with giant cruise liners, Greece has something for everyone.
Emergency visa in Greece: how to get in 2025
In certain cases, obtaining a Greek visa at short notice can be essential. These situations may include urgent family matters (such as the illness of a relative living in Greece, the birth of a child, etc.), sudden business issues in Greece, the need to visit the country to view real estate for purchase or to provide biometric data for a residence permit, or even a last-minute tourist trip organised by a travel agency.
Client experience: Buying a penthouse in a green suburb of Paris with the Tranio team
Paris is a city that never goes out of fashion. The capital of France is an architectural benchmark where modern public spaces blend organically with the historic environment and architectural monuments. Its image is glorified in the masterpieces of world art, and Paris is known all over the world as an example of quiet luxury that preserves the values of classic French culture.
Tranio case: buying an investment property in Phuket
Over the past few decades, Thailand has become a reference of a paradise for living and leisure. White sandy beaches, the azure waters of the Indian Ocean, tropical flora and incredible natural landscapes together with the ancient history and friendly temper of the locals are contrasted with the daily life of the residents of the northern countries.
Greek citizenship by descent in 2025
In recent years, ethnic Greeks living abroad have been given the opportunity to return to their ancestral homeland and apply for Greek citizenship through special government programmes. Since its inception, the citizenship by descent programme has been a resounding success, with thousands of people from all over the world taking advantage of it.