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2026 Migration Trends: Wealthy Seek New Horizons in Asia

1/21/2026

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Globevisa Group's Yearbook 2025 projects that in 2026 high-net-worth individuals will migrate to Asian and Middle Eastern nations as Western pathways face increasing restrictions and delays.
The report notes rising Caribbean passport costs and changes to European Golden Visa programs.
It offers expert opinions and a guide to Hong Kong's evolving applications.
Mc Claude Emmanuel, CEO of St. Lucia's CIU, says vetting aims to boost credibility rather than reject applicants.

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Story summary

Globevisa Group's Yearbook 2025 projects that in 2026 high-net-worth individuals will migrate to Asian and Middle Eastern nations as Western pathways face increasing restrictions and delays.
The report notes rising Caribbean passport costs and changes to European Golden Visa programs.
It offers expert opinions and a guide to Hong Kong's evolving applications.
Mc Claude Emmanuel, CEO of St. Lucia's CIU, says vetting aims to boost credibility rather than reject applicants.