
Montenegro has become an increasingly visible destination for international property buyers looking for a combination of Adriatic lifestyle, tourism-driven rental demand and comparatively accessible entry prices. For investors considering Montenegro real estate investment, the market offers several distinct strategies, from holiday apartments on the coast to luxury residences, long-term rentals in Podgorica and development opportunities.
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Montenegro citizenship gives a person full legal membership of the country and, once citizenship is established, the right to apply for a Montenegro passport. Citizenship should be distinguished from temporary or permanent residence: a foreigner can live legally in Montenegro for many years without automatically becoming a citizen.

In 2025, a family came to us: a married couple and their adult son. Their goal was to obtain a European residence permit. Initially, they were choosing between Cyprus and Greece. Ultimately, the Greek Golden Visa programme was chosen, primarily due to its lower entry threshold and flexible application process.

Alicante remains Spain’s most international property market. According to the Association of Land and Mercantile Registrars of Spain (Colegio de Registradores de la Propiedad, Bienes Muebles y Mercantiles de España), foreign buyers accounted for around 45–46% of all residential property transactions in the province in 2025, meaning that nearly every second home purchase in Alicante was made by a non-Spanish buyer.

South Costa Blanca is one of the most developed coastal regions in Spain and has been actively shaped as an international resort destination since the late 20th century. Areas such as Torrevieja, Orihuela Costa and Guardamar are known for their wide sandy beaches, mild microclimate and salt lakes that help maintain comfortable temperatures throughout the year.

Catalonia is one of Spain’s historic autonomous communities, with Barcelona as its capital and economic centre. The region has a distinct cultural identity shaped by its medieval history, strong trading tradition and early industrialisation, which made Barcelona one of the leading Mediterranean ports as early as the 18th–19th centuries.

The Kingdom of Spain is one of the key tourist destinations in Europe. This country attracts tourists from different countries with its warm sea climate, its rich cultural and natural heritage, developed infrastructure, and relatively low prices compared to northern EU countries.

Over the past 10–15 years, Spain has consistently developed a strong institutional and business environment for the growth of technology-driven companies. Madrid and Barcelona have emerged as the country’s key startup hubs, concentrating technology clusters, offices of international IT companies, accelerators, venture capital funds, and research centres.

Residence in Spain gives many advantages to its residents: a comfortable Mediterranean climate allows you to enjoy the warmth throughout the year; social security that covers the costs of medical care and provides benefits to persons of retirement age; as well as the opportunity to visit any EU countries without restrictions, have accounts in EU banks and cross EU borders in case of restriction of tourist flow.

The Indicador Público de Renta de Efectos Múltiples (IPREM) or public income indicator is used in Spain for many governmental financial and analytical calculations. This figure reflects the required monthly living wage in Spain. It is updated annually at the end of the fourth quarter and determines state unemployment benefits and student scholarships for the next year.

Some foreign nationals can assume that obtaining permanent residency in Cyprus requires a substantial real estate investment of 300,000 euros or more. The reality is more nuanced. A viable alternative exists in the form of Category F (Slow Track) residency — a pathway designed for financially independent individuals, retirees, and those with secure income from abroad.

The Greek Golden Visa is one of the most favourable programmes for families seeking to obtain a European residence permit. It allows the entire family to be included in a single application, with no additional investment required. The visa is issued for 5 years with the right to extend and gives the whole family visa-free access to the Schengen area countries. Let's have a look at what investors considering family reunification through this programme need to know.

In 2025, the programme continues to operate, but now applies the updated investment thresholds introduced in 2024. The government has increased the minimum amounts for the most sought-after regions and introduced stricter criteria for property selection.

Greece Golden Visa is one of the most accessible pathways to an EU residence permit (RP), starting from 250,000 euros and requiring no minimum stay. For US citizens, it offers an ideal “Plan B”: keep your US citizenship, diversify investments, and secure long‑term optionality in Europe. In 2025, the rules changed — here is everything investors must know.

Many international travelers can visit Turkey without a visa for short-term stays. However, visa requirements vary significantly by nationality, and understanding these rules is essential for a smooth entry. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about Turkish visas, residence permits, and legal stay requirements in 2025.