The European Court of Justice (ECJ) has delivered a decisive verdict against Malta’s controversial “Golden Passport” program, marking a significant turning point in the ongoing debate over the commodification of citizenship within the European Union. The court ruled that Malta’s practice of granting citizenship to foreign investors in exchange for substantial financial contributions contravenes EU law, challenging the legality of citizenship-by-investment schemes. This landmark decision, highlighted by the American Society of International Law (ASIL), underscores growing concerns about security, transparency, and the integrity of EU citizenship, signaling a potential crackdown on similar programs across member states.
Commodifying Citizenship and the Legal Challenges Faced by Malta’s Investment Scheme
Malta’s investment-for-citizenship scheme, often branded as the “Golden Passport” program, has faced increasing scrutiny following the European Court of Justice’s…
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Author : Jackson Lee
Publish date : 2025-11-10 04:41:00
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