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Wealthy Americans Are Pursuing Second Passports as a Hedge on Uncertainty

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Summary: A Semafor article published on March 23, 2025, reports that a growing number of Americans are actively pursuing second passports, motivated by political instability. While many Americans are not yet moving, affluent Americans are seeking the option.  Half the world’s countries offer visas or passport pathways based on investments or  financial contributions  so many affluent Americans […]

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