Source: https://cbi.me/guides/investment-migration-changes-2026/

CBI.me Research Desk · editorial guide · 22 October 2026

# Investment migration changes: current, scheduled and proposed rules

A published future rule, an announcement and today’s operative requirements are different evidence. Match the applicable filing or transaction date before changing a budget or choosing an investment.

## United States: filing date controls the new EB-5 fees

The September 30 final rule takes effect for filings postmarked on or after 30 November 2026. It sets I-526 at $7,615 and initial I-526E at $7,850, including its $75 technology component. Regional-centre petitions also carry a $1,100 Integrity Fund fee. The combined $8,950 is those filing components, not an all-in immigration quote or the qualifying investment.

## New Zealand: an announced December investment option

Immigration New Zealand says eligible Build to Rent developments will be available through approved managed funds in the Active Investor Plus Growth category from December 2026. Further implementation requirements are to follow. This does not make buying a rental apartment directly a qualifying investment today.

## Malta: special tax status is separate from MPRP

LN 195/2026 commences on 1 January 2027. Its €35,000 minimum annual tax and €700,000 qualifying owned-property floor concern the Individual Tax Programme. They are not the MPRP contribution or citizenship charges. Check the applicable category, alternatives and transition provisions in the actual rules.

## Greece: verify the operative tax law

A September 6 prime-ministerial speech announces a rise from 3% to 15% for property buyers from third countries outside the EU. This review has not authenticated the final implementing law, exemptions or effective date. Treat it as an announced policy rather than substituting it for the transaction’s current tax assessment.

## China: check the intermediary’s regulatory position

The NIA’s official explanation says Order 841 takes effect on 15 September 2026 and establishes filing management for exit-entry intermediaries, with a 90-day transition for existing providers. Filing is not proof of service quality or authorisation by a foreign citizenship programme. Check both roles for an actual engagement.

## Saint Vincent: a target, not open intake

The Finance Ministry reports that the government hopes to launch its proposed programme in Q1 2027, with strengthened due diligence and regional/central-bank coordination. This is an official planning statement, not a verified filing channel or complete enacted tariff. The profile remains Announced.

## Sources

- [Final EB-5 fee rule: 91 FR 61940 ↗](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/30/2026-20016/us-citizenship-and-immigration-services-employment-based-immigrant-visa-fifth-preference-eb-5-fee)U.S. Department of Homeland Security / Federal Register · Official publication · Checked 2026-10-22What this source supports

Effective 30 November 2026: I-526 $7,615; initial I-526E $7,850, including $75 technology fee, plus the separately adjusted $1,100 Integrity Fund fee for regional-centre petitions. Initial I-526E filing component is $8,950, not total immigration cost.

- [Build to Rent option announced for Active Investor Plus ↗](https://www.immigration.govt.nz/about-us/news-centre/new-build-to-rent-investment-option-added-to-active-investor-plus/)Immigration New Zealand · Official publication · Checked 2026-10-22What this source supports

Eligible Build to Rent investment through approved managed funds is announced for the Growth category from December 2026; further implementation details are to follow.

- [Individual Tax Programme Rules, LN 195/2026 ↗](https://legislation.mt/eli/ln/2026/195/eng/portalpdf)Malta official legislation · Official publication · Checked 2026-10-22What this source supports

Rules commence 1 January 2027 and set a €35,000 minimum annual tax and €700,000 qualifying owned-property floor. Special tax status is distinct from MPRP and citizenship.

- [Prime Minister’s 6 September 2026 speech ↗](https://www.primeminister.gr/2026/09/06/39186)Prime Minister of Greece · Official publication · Checked 2026-10-22What this source supports

Announces an increase in property transfer tax from 3% to 15% for buyers from third countries outside the EU. A speech is not the operative tax law or proof of a final effective date.

- [Official explanation of Order 841 ↗](https://www.nia.gov.cn/n741440/n741577/c1793235/content.html)National Immigration Administration of China · Official publication · Checked 2026-10-22What this source supports

Rules effective 15 September 2026 establish filing management for intermediaries, including a 90-day transition for existing providers. The official explanation distinguishes filing from the earlier licensing system.

- [Saint Vincent targets early 2027 for proposed CBI launch ↗](https://finance.gov.vc/finance/index.php/news/433-saint-vincent-and-the-grenadines-targets-early-2027-for-launch-of-cbi-programme)Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Ministry of Finance · Official announcement carrying an NBC Radio report · Checked 2026-10-22What this source supports

Government hopes for Q1 2027 launch with stronger due diligence and regional/central-bank coordination. This does not establish enacted tariffs or operational intake.

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