Purchasing Foreign Citizenship
Canadian Citizenship Status: Am I a Citizen or Not?
Do you have a Canadian parent but you do not live in Canada? Are you unsure if you are eligible for Canadian citizenship status? Canada has a similar, but not identical mixture of citizenship by place of birth (for those born in Canada) and by descent (for those with at least one Canadian) parent to…
Read MoreA Brief Guide to Immigration to Canada
Interested in learning how you can visit the beautiful and prosperous Canada, or move there permanently? This article will explain everything you need to know if you want about immigration to Canada from Israel. If you are not ready to make the permanent commitment of relocating to Canada, there are various ways a person can…
Read MoreWho is Eligible for a Polish Citizenship?
If you have Polish ancestors who resided in Poland after 1920, you may be eligible to apply for Polish citizenship and a Polish passport. In fact, many individuals are already citizens of Poland without even being aware of it, and all that is needed in order to receive their Polish passport is to confirm their…
Read MoreHow to acquire and benefit from a Polish Card?
The Polish card, also known as Pole’s Card, is a unique document that opens numerous opportunities for individuals of Polish descent living abroad. This coveted status not only affirms one’s connection to the Polish nation but also grants them special rights and privileges within Poland. Many people find the Pole’s Card another way to obtain…
Read MoreCertificate of non-service in the IDF – when is it required?
In the State of Israel, most citizens are required to serve mandatory service in the IDF. If you are interested in acquiring foreign citizenship and are eligible for it, there are cases in which serving in the IDF can prevent you from obtaining a foreign citizenship, such as Polish citizenship. If you are a descendant…
Read MoreAbandonment of Israeli residency
Abandonment of Israeli residency – how and when is it done? The process of abandoning resident status is a complex legal procedure, which is performed mainly in cases of relocation or a permanent move to another country for the purpose of work, starting a family, etc. Abandonment of residency is necessary in order to be…
Read MoreEstonian passport
Who is eligible for an Estonian passport? Descendants of people who lived in Estonia between 1918 to 1940, may be entitled to receive Estonian citizenship, based on proof of citizenship in Estonia before 1940, and subject to a relatively quick naturalization procedure. Those who successfully complete the process will receive an Estonian passport, which confers…
Read MoreObtaining a European Tourist Visa for Israeli Passport Holders
What are the new rules regarding obtaining a European tourist visa for Israeli passport holders? Starting November 2024, the tourist visa reform regarding Israeli tourists in Europe will enter into effect. Those wishing to visit European Union countries with an Israeli passport will have to obtain a tourist visa (ETIAS) in advance. The visa application…
Read MoreRenouncing foreign citizenship
In what cases is it necessary to carry out a procedure to renounce a foreign citizenship? A requirement to renounce foreign citizenship may come from a foreign country that prohibits multiple citizenships, for a citizen of that country about to receive Israeli citizenship. Likewise, there may be a requirement to renounce foreign citizenship on the…
Read MoreGolden visa to Portugal – a rare vanishing opportunity (updated as of April 2023)
What is a golden visa to Portugal? A golden visa is a special type of visa which allows entrepreneurs, retirees and independent business owners to immigrate with their family members to Portugal based on an investment in the country, and to receive a residence visa for an extended period. Sometimes, it is possible to convert…
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