Affluent Americans are exploring golden visa programmes that allow foreign citizenship or residency through substantial investments. Henley & Partners, a pioneer in citizenship-by-investment, noted a 400 per cent spike in inquiries from US citizens during election week, CNN reported. Historically, golden visa programmes attracted individuals from politically unstable countries, but US demand surged during the pandemic as travel restrictions affected wealthy families, according to Mr Volek. While the golden visa trend is driven by the wealthy, many ordinary Americans are also considering a move abroad. '”Social media discussions about relocating have also gained momentum, especially among those unable to afford golden visas.

Source: The Nation November 21, 2024 12:04 UTC