62 MEA MARKETS / Business Awards 2021 Dec21545 RIF Trust was founded to address this demand for citizenship and residency by investment solutions inwhat is now a booming industry. The inspiration came from seeing the growing demand amongst high-net-worth individuals and investors in theMiddle East and Africa seeking second citizenship or residency. Through hard work and perseverance, the company was built from two people in the UAE to the largest global investment migration advisory in theMiddle East and Africa with over 90 staff worldwide spread over 19 countries. Best Global Residency & Citizenship Advisory Consultancy Firm 2021 In less than a decade of operations, Mimoun A. Assraoui and David Regueiro have led the Residency & Citizenship by Investment (RCBI) industry in the Middle East and Africa soar to new heights by assisting over 2,000 high-net-worth individuals create the ultimate Plan B for themselves, their businesses and their families – a second citizenship. RIF Trust operates with the intention to provide an unrivalled service for its clients, which is complemented by its partnership with leading citizenship and residency consultancy, Latitude Group. Latitude’s leadership team features some of the pioneers of the citizenship-by-investment industry. With over 100 years of combined industry experience, RIF Trust and Latitude Group are able to provide a high level of support, ensuring that clients who choose RIF Trust benefit from the local knowledge and global relationships formed by both advisory teams. RIF Trust is honoured to have some of the most respected pioneers and veterans in the investment migration industry on the Board, including Eric Major, Mimoun Assraoui, David Regueiro, Christopher Willis, Jon Green, and Ryan Darmanin. Chief Executive Officer of RIF Trust & Vice-Chairman of Latitude Group, Mimoun A. Assraoui, said, “Security, Mobility, Investment, Lifestyle, Education/Employment (S.M.I.L.E) are the main benefits of acquiring a second passport and citizenship. We always tell our clients to S.M.I.L.E and remember how important it is to have an alternative plan for their business and family.” RIF Trust and Latitude Group is the strongest business to business connector in the RCBI industry and its dedicated B2B team promises the full support of the organisation to each of its partners. This includes in-depth product training, exclusive online tools, application preparation and processing support, document attestation, government liaison assistance and after-care services. The company has found that there has been a significant spike in demand for residency and citizenship by investment since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has led to an unprecedented growth in the investment migration industry, and is estimated to be worth more than $21.4 billion worldwide. David Regueiro said, “The most popular citizenship by investment programmes for UAE and GCC residents seeking greater visa-free travel options are the Caribbean Programmes which include St Kitts and Nevis, Dominica, St Lucia, Grenada, and Antigua & Barbuda. Recent updates during COVID-19 have made these countries more attractive and affordable for families, and applicants can apply remotely. Many high net worth UAE and GCC residents are looking to relocate to Europe or expand their business to a country with strong healthcare systems and prime real estate investment opportunities such as Malta and Portugal, which could lead to European citizenship.” As travel restrictions are gradually lifted, RIF Trust expects sustainable growth in the demand for citizenship by investment as families prioritise global mobility, personal health, safety and security. It hopes governments worldwide will be putting greater emphasis on supporting programmes that attract foreign direct investment. The company’s global presence helps ensure that each application is processed smoothly and handled by a local point of contact. It also provides its clients with post-citizenship services through the RIF Club, including obtaining a driver’s license and national ID, passport renewal, including additional dependents on an application, and assistance with opening bank accounts and company formation. To learn more on how to obtain second citizenship or residency by investment with RIF Trust, call +971 4 520 6777 or visit www. riftrust.com. Company: RIF Trust – Citizenship & Residency By Investment Contact: Sarah Yasmeena El Shabrowy, Regional Marketing Manager of Middle East & Africa Email: [email protected] / [email protected] RIF Trust – Citizenship & Residency By Investment
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