Thousands of UAE residents who invested in second passports fear visa bans as US, UK tighten CBI rules

Thousands of UAE residents who invested in Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programmes now face uncertainty as global mobility benefits come under scrutiny. With new US and EU regulations targeting weak CBI vetting, many expatriates fear losing visa-free access to key countries. Experts stress the need for reform, with alternatives like the UAE Golden Visa gaining popularity as more credible options.