These are questions that have been posed to our consultants on many occasions, and our replies:

Question. What can I gain from second citizenship?

Answer. There are diverse advantages. Besides the extensive advantages for international tax planning, citizens of western countries will find it very useful to hold an "insurance policy" in form of an alternative travel document in their hands. Indeed many people currently see a very ominous trend developing in the "free countries of the world". Every year, more and more of our freedoms are being shaved away. Already, many Western Governments have removed their citizens right to obtain a second passport (and therefore to travel) if the hapless citizen is having any of a number of civil disputes with government, including tax disputes. Even if the citizen is completely in the right he cannot leave. This would have been inconceivable just ten, fifteen years ago. Unfortunately, things seem to be getting worse rather than better and many thoughtful observers are becoming quite concerned for the future of freedom. For the moment our firm is holding open a window of opportunity that allows one to obtain what many forward thinking individuals now consider an essential element of insurance against further loss of freedoms. How long we will be able to keep this window open is uncertain at this time, but many feel that this is a very appropriate moment to obtain supplementary citizenship, against some future "rainy day".

Question. Which countries can I visit without visas?

Answer. For St. Kitts/Nevis, a Commonwealth country, the major visa-free-travel countries are limited to: Bahamas, Bermuda, Denmark, Finland, Hong Kong, Korea, Norway, Sweden, Thailand, United Kingdom and Venezuela. Visas are required for all other countries. We do not recommend St. Kitts/Nevis passports at this time. Regarding the Bahamas, another Commonwealth country, the major-visa-free-travel countries are more extensive than Belize and St. Kitts/Nevis. Bahamian documentation is also not recommended at this time due to the large investment required to get involved. If you already have an excellent passport, we do however, recommend the Bahamas as a domicile for you to obtain Permanent Residency. The island lifestyle is superb and the available tax benefits for Permanent Residents are very advantageous. Our next best selection is Grenada which provides excellent Visa-free-travel. We also maintain a list of other countries from which one can travel without obtaining a Visa. The list actually includes European Union and Latin American countries.

Question. Is it difficult to obtain visas?

Answer. All of the Central and South American countries have excellent diplomatic relations and visas are easily obtainable (while you wait or overnight). You can apply in your country of "residence". Commonwealth countries require a longer wait.

Question. Where do I take delivery of my passport?

Answer. Delivery is normally made throughout the world by insured courier service. The price includes air courier delivery from the country of origin to you. We also offer a personal delivery service whereby the completed documents will be picked up and delivered to you by a personal courier  in Panama at no extra cost or at a fee of US$500 per passport to North America or US$1,000 per passport to selected European countries, Asia and the Far East, plus air travel expenses.

Question. Why is there an additional cost for family members?

Answer. A few countries such as Grenada allow additional family members to be included in the original passport which greatly reduces the cost to additional family members. However the countries currently on offer issue a separate passport for each family member and the processing time is the same for each. Remember a passport is for life, so even if a child is newly born, he will need a passport to travel and the cost is the same. There are however reduced rates, in some cases, for children under the age of 18 years. If family members are processed at a later date than when the original application was processed then the cost is the same as the original, as the processing implications are the same.

Question. For how long are passports valid and can they be renewed?

Answer. Most passports are valid for ten years, but may have to be extended at the end of five years. This is not a formal renewing process requiring new forms and photographs. Your present passport is simply taken to any Consulate and is stamped, extending it for a further five years, usually while you wait. At the end of ten years a new passport will be issued through a Consulate or Embassy, new forms and photographs are required. The process will take a few days depending on Consular policy and upon passport traffic at the particular office.

Question. How is payment made and is my money at risk?

Answer. We are obliged to pay in full, in cash, in advance for your passport package (which is only of value to you) before your application is even considered. Your full payment therefore must be sent to us as a wire transfer or - if applicable -  placed in an escrow account with our Trust Company. In that case, the money remains your property while it is in the account. It takes two signatures (Yours and that of our representative) to release the funds. The money is only released to us when you receive your passport package. If you do not receive satisfactory delivery by a specified time then your money (upon your request) is returned to you in full. You are never at risk. We assume all risk.

Question. Are prices negotiable?

Answer. All prices are fixed. To the best of our knowledge we are the only reputable organization offering these services. We have an impeccable record of delivery, which we are very proud of. We will deliver valid passports, valid ID cards and valid drivers licenses in the specified time, waiving the normal 3 to 5 year residency requirement and under absolute confidentiality and security, delivered to your door. Our fees are not expensive for the service offered and you receive a degree of integrity and reliability that is absolutely without equal. There are many travel documents of dubious validity being sold by other firms at the moment, you can be totally confident that those supplied by us are exactly what they are represented to be.

Question. Are there any countries on offer but that you do not recommend?

Answer. As a last resort, we will offer Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, El Salvador, Guatemala, Nicaragua, Paraguay, Peru, and Venezuela. We will not however accept any responsibility for these countries because of constant political and legal changes. There are also potential problems related to customs, immigration and passport renewal procedures.

Question. I am a little skeptical. What else should I avoid?

Answer. Remain skeptical, Investigate thoroughly before you part with your money. Obtaining a second passport is a major step, and you must choose the firm with which you deal as carefully as you would choose a surgeon. Avoid any firm which asks for advance up front consultancy fees. You will never again see your money or any documents. Your money must go into a protected account with a reliable bank where it takes your signature to release any funds. This is the only way your money is safe.

Question. Are my affairs kept confidential?

Answer. We are professionals of many years standing. When you become our client your secrets and your privacy are absolutely safe. No one and no other government or any other authority will be notified that you have applied for, much less obtained, a second passport. It is a private affair.

Question. Is it possible for me to obtain documents under a different name?

Answer. Yes. The question often arises from Middle Eastern clients whose surname might subject them to terrorism. Therefore once we are satisfied that your record is free of criminal convictions, it is possible to apply under a different name, by using a deed-poll legalized name change procedure. We can legally change your name in the country from where your new passport will be issued. To do this we must file the documents necessary for a legal name change in the issuing country, which will then allow us to apply for the passport in the new name. The name change will only be recorded in the issuing country and nowhere else. The additional fee is US$5,000 but we must emphasize that although it is perfectly legal to carry out this task, we must first be satisfied that your intentions are proper.

Question. What advantages do Latin American passports have over other passports?

Answer. Latin American passports are great value travel documents. Legally every Latin American has two last names. Firstly, his or her father's last name, followed by his or her mother's last name. For example if your name is John Doe because your father's name was Jacob Doe and your mother's maiden name was Sarah Smith then your full legal name, carried in your Latin American passport is John Doe Smith. Legally you may call yourself John Doe or John Smith or John Doe-Smith, and legally you may travel in any of these names, open bank accounts in any of the se names, hold assets in any of these names and maintain credit cards in any of these names. Since most people (i.e. creditors, friends, associates, tax authorities, and even ex-spouses) have no idea what your mother's maiden name was this is a perfect opportunity to protect your assets by using a legal alternative name. And it is 100% legal.

Question. Do you plan to offer any other countries in the future?

Answer. Yes. We do hope to be able to offer other countries in the future under our expedited naturalization process, including several other European countries. For the moment however, the countries that we offer represent the best choices available in the world today. If there was something better available, we would have already made arrangements to be able to offer it to our clients. The vast majority of our business comes from referrals by immigration specialists, law firms and satisfied clients. The reasons for this are simple: service, security and satisfaction. Our years of experience, global research and worldwide contacts keep us instantly informed of new developments. If we do not offer a particular passport, there is almost certainly a very good reason.

Question. What is involved in the application process?

Answer. You will submit a completed pre-application form (Which we will supply to you) along with passport photos, a police clearance, a copy of your present passport and copies of your birth and marriage certificates. We cannot accept an application if we have any doubt as to the intent or background of our client. In the interest of time-saving, if you have ever been indicted or charged with a criminal offence (Except for political offences), or if you have ever been imprisoned for one year or longer , please enclose full details with your application. In cases where a police clearance cannot be obtained because of political instability in your country of origin, your attorneys affidavit  may be acceptable under some circumstances. When you become our client, your application is received in absolute trust and is covered by the Attorney-Client Fiduciary Privilege of total confidentiality. If for any reason your application is refused, your entire file will be destroyed, and your escrowed funds returned to you in full immediately.

Question. How do I start the Process?

Answer. Simply notify us that you would like to begin, tell us which country you desire, and fax a proof of funds along with a copy of your current passport to our Office, at:
+1 212 202 6468. Or send your scanned documents by email. Please be aware that we won't provide any details without first having received above required information:  There is no room for discussion/negotiation on this! Once our requirements satisfied we will e-mail you the application form, together with a copy of the escrow agreement (if applicable). You will then simply complete the application form, along with the other required documents and a bankers draft in favor of the escrow account (If applicable). Things will then get underway immediately. To speed up the process most of our clients prefer to wire-transfer their funds directly to our segregated bank account, so we also provide wire transfer instructions. After the payment cleared our account, we will consider your application. We will inform you when your application is accepted and ready for processing. At this point all you need do is sit back and wait for your papers to be delivered. The process is really quite simple and absolutely secure.

Question. Will your prices increase?

Answer. Our prices will go up. All prices are quoted in US dollars. The prices in the September, 2001 Fee Schedule list. (These prices are subject to change without notice). All prices are however firm once your application has been accepted, there will be no further increases. Fees include private courier delivery and cover all banking fees, escrow fees and taxes, if any. Your payment is fully inclusive - except of course for the direct government investments required by Austria, Grenada, Uruguay, St. Kitts/Nevis and The Bahamas.

Question. Why do you sell passports and how do I get started?

Answer. We do not sell passports. We act solely as a reputable introducer to liable governmental sources known from many years. That legalize aside the large majority of applicants are successful, none have lost money. Should you have any questions, do not hesitate to ask, however please remember that you will be required to provide a "proof of funds," in order to proceed. This includes a bankers draft or cashiers cheque payable to our law firm, or a copy of a bank statement with sufficient funds on credit.

Question. How do I get in touch with you?

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