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REAL ID-compliant cards available to Non-U.S. citizens with lawful presence

Effective May 7, 2025, only REAL ID-compliant cards or federal IDs will allow domestic flights and entry to federal buildings.…

Average Salary in Portugal Lags Behind United States for 2025

United States salaries are three to four times higher than in Portugal, but Portugal boasts a cost of living about…

What to know about re-establishing residency in the United States

To re-establish U.S. residency, citizens need a valid passport and proof of address. Green card holders must show ties and…

REAL ID deadline set for May 7, 2025 with no further extensions

The United States will enforce REAL ID requirements from May 7, 2025. Travelers must show REAL ID-compliant identification or alternate…

Australian citizenship requires four years of permanent residency

To obtain Australian citizenship, Americans need four years’ lawful residence (with one year as permanent resident), pass a citizenship test,…

EU Ruling Finds Malta’s Golden Visa Schemes Illegal

Malta’s golden passport scheme is now banned by the EU Court, signaling a clampdown on citizenship-by-investment EU-wide. Golden visa schemes…

REAL ID not valid for border crossings to Canada or Mexico

REAL ID cannot be used for crossing into Canada or Mexico by land or sea. Only Enhanced Driver’s Licenses (from…

REAL ID Act set new rules for driver’s licenses after September 11

Starting May 7, 2025, REAL ID-compliant identification is necessary for domestic flights or federal buildings. Applicants must provide original identity,…