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News headlines about tightening immigration rules might make it seem like opportunities to relocate are disappearing. Obtaining visas has become more challenging for citizens of Russia and Belarus, many countries have intensified their background checks, long-term Schengen visas are now rarely issued, and requirements for financial transparency have become more strict. However, these changes have barely affected the relocation of highly skilled professionals and entrepreneurs. In fact, most countries are still actively recruiting talent, investors, and business founders. The top destinations remain the United States, the United Kingdom, and France.
Relogate co-founders, Roman Tsuper and Aleksey Popovich, discussed current relocation trends, global immigration opportunities, legislative changes, and common mistakes people make when moving. Below are the main topics the experts cover in their conversation.
The two most popular destinations in Europe for talents and entrepreneurs are the United Kingdom and France. The UK offers several pathways for skilled individuals, including the Global Talent program for professionals and entrepreneurs and the Innovator Founder visa for startup owners. Securing an endorsement from an approved Endorsing Body is a key step, often leading to a long-term visa that provides a direct route to permanent residency and citizenship.
France provides a greater number of relocation programs compared to the UK. This podcast outlines the legalization process for entrepreneurs via the Projet Innovant track, explains the requirements for French citizenship, and explores the advantages and disadvantages of making France your long-term home.
While obtaining a Schengen visa, particularly for a long-term stay, has become more challenging, other pathways for relocation are available:
Following Donald Trump's election, US immigration policy underwent significant changes, with new restrictions being regularly introduced. However, not all immigration pathways were affected equally. There were little to no changes for programs targeting highly skilled professionals, a group the U.S. has successfully attracted from around the world for decades. Experts weighed in on whether now is a good time to move to the USA or if it would be wiser to wait, while also discussing potential immigration shifts that could be expected from a Trump administration.
Once you've decided on a country and an immigration program, the next step is to prepare your documents.
However, preparing your case and obtaining a visa is just the beginning of the immigration journey.When planning your new life, it's essential to consider the practical details, such as tax obligations, social integration, business registration requirements, and potential grant opportunities.
Successful relocation in 2026 is less about finding the most accessible opportunity to move and more about building a realistic strategy that meets your goals, profession, and lifestyle. Relogate supports talents and startup founders at every stage, from choosing a country and immigration program to adapting and obtaining citizenship in the USA, UK, and France.
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