Goans, Punjabis, Gujaratis and people from Tamil Nadu and Kerala are getting citizenship of other countries
Post Date – Sat 23 Jul 05:59pm
Chennai: Nearly 1.7 million Indians acquired citizenship of other countries, and about 70,000 Indians surrendered their passports.
Immigration consultants in New Zealand and Australia say surrendering a passport and acquiring citizenship of another country are two completely different acts.
“Goans, Punjabis, Gujaratis and people from Tamil Nadu and Kerala are getting citizenships of other countries. For Goans, England is the final destination. Europe hinders their movement,” said Ravi Veravalli, Chief Advisor of Star Global Education Alliance, in an interview with IANS.
Q: What do you think are the reasons for Indians to renounce citizenship?
A. There are five main reasons why Indians renounce citizenship: a) Most of them travel to these OECD countries on study/work visas and apply for post-study work visas after obtaining higher qualifications.
They work in many underskilled sectors, then apply for permanent residency and eventually citizenship by grant. It just adopted the country that has now become their home. b) Ease of travel: These newly acquired passports allow them to travel easily or visa-free. For example, someone applying for a US tourist visa has not gotten an appointment for almost 20 months, while an Australian citizen like me does not need an appointment and can travel directly. c) Work: Some countries have reciprocal work rights, and many countries try to take advantage of this right, such as Australians holding the US exclusive E-3 visa. d) Social Security Benefits: Some countries allow individuals to apply for social security benefits in other countries. Under the Trans-Tasman Mutual Recognition Act (TTMRA), Australians can enjoy many benefits, free education, healthcare and more in New Zealand. e) Employment in government and sensitive sectors.
Q: Where do high net worth Indians immigrate?
A: Dubai, Singapore, Australia, New Zealand, USA, UK, France, Malta and the Caribbean islands are some popular destinations.
Q: Which countries generally invite immigrants, especially Indians?
A: Australia, Canada, New Zealand, UK and US are the main countries that welcome Indian technicians for temporary and permanent residency. In 2022, nearly 120,000 people will receive Canadian permanent residence and more than 24,000 places will be granted under various categories, including skilled immigrants.
Q: Do countries require a minimum investment before citizenship is granted?
A: Most countries require investments ranging from $500,000 to several million dollars. But there is a misconception that just making an investment can bring a business immigrant visa to the applicant. The points system must be thoroughly evaluated and backed up with a strong business plan, the purpose of immigration also plays an important role.
Q: Where is the greater demand for Indian professionals?
A. Physicians, nurses, IT professionals (including cybersecurity and artificial intelligence (AI)), and engineers (electrical, mechanical, civil, aerospace). And tradespeople – welders, plumbers, electricians, carpenters, etc. Recently, many countries, especially the EU countries, have expressed a huge demand for seasonal agricultural workers. This means the same is true for the demand for semi-skilled/unskilled personnel.
Q: What are the emerging magnets for immigration?
A: Emerging magnets are Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Germany, Finland, Norway. The US and UK have maintained their supremacy as desirable destinations.
Q: Why is studying abroad still the first step in immigration?
A: Study visas are a big contributor to the host country’s economy, and ultimately the countries involved offer students the option of permanent residency for a number of reasons. Not only do host countries receive huge revenues from international students, but they also end up with skilled immigrants who reignite aggregate demand in the economy by driving up consumption and shift the age demographics in their favor by lowering the average age of immigrants. working population.
In addition, skilled immigrants also contribute in the form of advanced skills, lower age, higher income and higher tax payments. The immigrant also saved the Treasury Department money, avoiding the burden of unemployment benefits and other subsidies.
