Just a few hours after announcing the new Residence Criteria Framework, the Government has turned its attention to the Category 2 regime, raising both the minimum net wealth requirement and the application fee for new applicants. What follows is a closer…
New Gibraltar Residency Framework Confirmed 2026
What Gibraltar’s New Residence Criteria Framework Means for You The Government has published a new framework setting out exactly who qualifies for residency in Gibraltar, and on what basis. The new Residence Criteria framework, announced this week, is designed to ensure…
Gibraltar Funds and Prediction Markets: What You Need to Know
Prediction markets are emerging as one of the more interesting developments in the alternative investment fund space. These platforms allow participants to trade contracts linked to the outcomes of future events such as elections, interest rate decisions, economic data releases, sporting…
Gibraltar Strengthens Border Security Ahead of EU Treaty Implementation
As Gibraltar prepares for a new chapter in its relationship with the European Union, the Government has announced a substantial programme of investment in public safety infrastructure. The measures are directly linked to the practical requirements of the forthcoming post-Brexit treaty…
Spain begins process of removing Gibraltar from its tax blacklist
Spain has formally begun the process of removing Gibraltar from its list of non-cooperative jurisdictions, marking a significant development for Gibraltar’s financial services sector and wider international business community. The draft Ministerial Order, published by Spain’s Ministry of Finance in May…
Gibraltar Takes a Landmark Step for Tokenised Funds
Gibraltar has taken a significant step forward in digital finance this week, with the publication of the Protected Cell Companies (Amendment) Bill 2026, legislation that paves the way for experienced investor funds to issue shares in tokenised form. What does the…
Sir Mo Farah visits Gibraltar for a weekend of sport and community
Gibraltar welcomed a distinguished visitor this April as Olympic champion Sir Mo Farah spent the weekend on the Rock, taking part in a series of events that brought together sport, community and culture. Sir Mo’s visit, which took place from 17th-18th…
Gibraltar Treaty Approved: What to Expect in July 2026
The European Council has now formally approved the UK–EU agreement in relation to Gibraltar, marking a significant step forward in defining the territory’s future relationship with the European Union. All 27 EU member states have endorsed the agreement, with provisional application…
Spain’s Removal of Gibraltar from Tax Blacklist: A Timeline of Key Events
Spain’s commitment to remove Gibraltar from its tax haven blacklist has been a subject of diplomatic and regulatory attention since 2021. The following timeline summarises the developments. March 4, 2021 Spain–UK Tax Treaty Signed Spain and the United Kingdom sign a…
What the Draft UK–EU Agreement Means for Gibraltar
Stability and Certainty. The publication of the draft UK–EU agreement in respect of Gibraltar marks an important moment for the jurisdiction. While much attention has focused on border arrangements and regional cooperation, for Gibraltar’s financial services industry and Abacus, the message…