Opposition lawmakers have introduced proposals to prohibit citizenship by investment, raising questions about the program’s legal framework, investor protections, and future implementation. Argentina’s emerging Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program is entering a new phase of political and legal scrutiny following the introduction of legislative proposals seeking to prohibit the granting of Argentine citizenship through financial contributions or investments. The proposals,

Argentina has officially announced the launch of its Citizenship by Investment Program during Argentina Week in Paris. The program is expected to open for applications in Q4 2026 and will offer two main routes: a USD 350,000 contribution to the National Treasury or a USD 800,000 public bond subscription, with additional contributions for eligible family members.

New Zealand is adding Build-to-Rent developments to the Growth category of its Active Investor Plus Visa from December 2026. The change will allow qualifying investors to count approved rental housing funds toward the NZ$5 million commitment, linking investor residency with long-term housing supply and productive capital investment.