UK government accused of concealing "golden visas" for russian oligarchs

UK government accused of concealing "golden visas" for russian oligarchs

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The UK Home Office is accused of concealing the details of a visa scheme that allowed sanctioned russian oligarchs to obtain residence permits in the UK through investment visas.

The British Home Office is accused of concealing "golden visas" for super-rich russians. This was reported by the Guardian, according to UNN.

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The UK government has been criticized for refusing to publish a review of the Tier 1 visa scheme, known as the "golden visa," which previously gave wealthy investors the opportunity to obtain residence in the country.

According to reports, this "golden visa" may allow at least 10 russian oligarchs under sanctions to obtain residence permits in the UK.

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