{"id":4510,"date":"2022-09-06T11:39:43","date_gmt":"2022-09-06T11:39:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kodesolution.com\/2022\/fesho\/?page_id=4510"},"modified":"2024-05-16T11:46:19","modified_gmt":"2024-05-16T11:46:19","slug":"frequently-asked-questions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ikonnect.ae\/en\/frequently-asked-questions\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ\u2019s"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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\r\n WHAT IS A CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT PROGRAMME?<\/span>\r\n <\/i><\/span>\r\n <\/h5>\r\n <\/div>\r\n
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Citizenship by Investment Programme allows reputable investors and their eligible family members to legally obtain citizenship in return for a significant investment by a direct contribution to the Government (commonly known as the contribution to the Economic Diversification Fund route or the purchase of pre-approved real estate project.<\/span><\/p> <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n

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\r\n CAN I APPLY FOR MY CITIZENSHIP REMOTELY?<\/span>\r\n <\/i><\/span>\r\n <\/h5>\r\n <\/div>\r\n
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Yes, we manage the whole process for you remotely from the comfort of your home.<\/span><\/p> <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n

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\r\n CAN I HOLD DUAL CITIZENSHIP?<\/span>\r\n <\/i><\/span>\r\n <\/h5>\r\n <\/div>\r\n
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Yes, the laws of certain countries recognize and allow dual citizenship and you are not required to renounce your other citizenships. In some cases, you are not required to reside in the country to keep your citizenship status.<\/span><\/p> <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n

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\r\n WHICH CITIZENSHIP PROGRAMME WOULD WORK FOR ME?<\/span>\r\n <\/i><\/span>\r\n <\/h5>\r\n <\/div>\r\n
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This depends on your personal requirements. Most citizenship programmes have similar benefits that you can avail of. Please speak to one of our Advisors who will assess your needs and recommend the most suitable programme for you.<\/span><\/p> <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n

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\r\n CAN I APPLY FOR CITIZENSHIP WITH MY FAMILY?<\/span>\r\n <\/i><\/span>\r\n <\/h5>\r\n <\/div>\r\n
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Yes, you may apply for citizenship with your wife or husband, dependent children, and dependent parents. Fees for family members vary according to the number of family members included in a citizenship application.<\/span><\/p> <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n

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\r\n DOES CITIZENSHIP EXTEND TO MY FAMILY?<\/span>\r\n <\/i><\/span>\r\n <\/h5>\r\n <\/div>\r\n
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Yes, subject to the fulfilment of certain requirements, citizenship can be extended to your spouse, dependent children, dependent parents and grandparents, spouses of dependent parents and grandparents, and dependent siblings. Fees vary according to the number of family members you include in your application for citizenship.<\/span><\/p> <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n

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\r\n CAN I CONTACT THE CITIZENSHIP INVESTMENT UNIT DIRECTLY?<\/span>\r\n <\/i><\/span>\r\n <\/h5>\r\n <\/div>\r\n
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The unit engages only with Authorized Agents. You can contact an Authorized Agent with regards to questions pertaining to your application.<\/span><\/p> <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n

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\r\n WHO IS REQUIRED TO PRODUCE A POLICE CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE?<\/span>\r\n <\/i><\/span>\r\n <\/h5>\r\n <\/div>\r\n
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Each main applicant and all permitted dependents who are 16 years and older are required to produce a police clearance certificate.<\/span><\/p> <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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\r\n HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO GET A SECOND PASSPORT?<\/span>\r\n <\/i><\/span>\r\n <\/h5>\r\n <\/div>\r\n
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It takes approximately 4 months to get your passport from any of the Caribbean countries and approximately 2 months to get it for Vanuatu. The European (Turkey and Portugal) programmes could range anywhere from 6 months to 1 year.<\/span><\/p> <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n

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\r\n IS THE APPLICATION PROCESS CONFIDENTIAL?<\/span>\r\n <\/i><\/span>\r\n <\/h5>\r\n <\/div>\r\n
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The application process itself is confidential, except where necessary checks are carried out by authorised due diligence agencies and international partners.<\/span><\/p> <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n

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No, you don\u2019t have to attend a mandatory interview. However, an interview may be required at the discretion of the Government.<\/span><\/p> <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n

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\r\n DO I HAVE TO TRAVEL TO THE COUNTRY I CHOOSE TO GO WITH?<\/span>\r\n <\/i><\/span>\r\n <\/h5>\r\n <\/div>\r\n
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No, you don\u2019t have to travel as part of the application process. In exceptional circumstances where an interview is required, you would be required to meet face-to-face. However, should you be unable to attend an interview, an interview can be scheduled in certain centers outside of the country, subject to you being able and willing to pay applicable costs.<\/span><\/p> <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n

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\r\n CAN I SUBMIT MY APPLICATION IN ANY LANGUAGE?<\/span>\r\n <\/i><\/span>\r\n <\/h5>\r\n <\/div>\r\n
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No. You must submit your application in English only.<\/span><\/p> <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n

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\r\n WHAT IS A POLICE CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE?<\/span>\r\n <\/i><\/span>\r\n <\/h5>\r\n <\/div>\r\n
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A Police Clearance Certificate is a document provided by a law enforcement agency confirming the absence of a criminal record.<\/span><\/p> <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n

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\r\n HOW CAN I BE SURE THAT MY PASSPORT WILL BE RENEWED UPON EXPIRY?<\/span>\r\n <\/i><\/span>\r\n <\/h5>\r\n <\/div>\r\n
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As per the laws and citizen of any Caribbean country, you would be entitled to a passport and consequently its\u2019 renewal as well.<\/span><\/p> <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n

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\r\n WHAT IS THE SCHEDULE OF PAYMENTS?<\/span>\r\n <\/i><\/span>\r\n <\/h5>\r\n <\/div>\r\n
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Please get in touch with our Advisors and we would be happy to send you a breakdown of costs and timelines, as it varies from country to country.<\/span><\/p> <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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