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Family reunification
The process that lets eligible relatives of a resident or citizen join them in the country, either at the same time or later.
Terms Starting with F
3 investment migration terms starting with F, each with a short plain English definition.
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Financial Action Task Force
The intergovernmental body that sets global standards for combating money laundering and terrorist financing. Its evaluations and "grey list" designations materially shape investment-migration compliance.
Tax
Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act
A US tax-information-sharing regime requiring foreign financial institutions to report on accounts held by US persons. Has material implications for any US-connected investment-migration applicant.
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