Rising demand for identity configuration, one-stop sorting of mainstream immigration projects at the 2026 Shanghai Immigration Expo

Structural changes in immigration demand

When it comes to immigration in the past, many people's first thought was' to live in a different place '. Nowadays, the connotation of immigration has changed - it is more like a long-term arrangement that spans several years, education, career, and family. You can see this change from the data to the choices around you.

An obvious phenomenon is that immigration demand is no longer concentrated in a few popular countries, but is becoming increasingly diversified. On the one hand, families consider their children's education, quality of life, and development environment more comprehensively; On the other hand, taxation, assets, and career development are also included in the overall plan. The International Private Wealth Migration Report shows that approximately 165000 high net worth individuals are expected to choose cross-border migration in 2026, an increase in scale compared to the previous year. The report also points out that more and more high net worth individuals are no longer choosing only one country, but are combining their assets across multiple jurisdictions - some place their children's education in country A, their career development in country B, and their asset layout in country C.

In China, consultation on immigration is no longer limited to 'where to immigrate', but extends to multiple levels such as education integration, the relationship between identity and assets, and long-term living costs.

From a global perspective, the driving factors of immigration demand are also changing. In the past, many people valued the convenience of living or identity in a single destination; Nowadays, education quality, policy stability, cost of living, and asset security are being weighed together. This more rational way of thinking makes families more willing to make thorough comparisons and verifications before making decisions, and also requires authoritative and centralized sources of information.

Several types of mainstream immigration programs

From the perspective of types, the current mainstream immigration programs can be roughly divided into several categories.

One is the investment category. Exchange a certain amount of investment for identity, such as the Golden Visa program in some European countries. Immigrants who purchase houses or invest in funds in Greece, Portugal and other places have attracted a lot of attention from families due to their relatively clear procedures and thresholds. The second category is talent. For individuals with specific skills, professional backgrounds, or achievements, the approval criteria revolve around the applicant's qualifications and contributions. The third category is entrepreneurship. Apply for residency by establishing a business and creating employment opportunities at the destination. The fourth is family reunion and immigration of relatives.

Different projects have significant differences in threshold, duration, residential requirements, and available benefits, and there is no one size fits all solution. The key is to choose based on family goals.

It should be noted that the policies for immigration programs change rapidly. Quotas, thresholds, and cycles may be adjusted with policies, and old information circulating online can easily mislead judgments. It is a prudent approach to follow the official announcements and the latest interpretations from institutions, while leaving sufficient time margin.

The value of identity configuration is often reflected in multiple aspects of life. For families, a suitable residency status may bring convenience to their children's education, freedom of cross-border travel, and more choices in tax and asset arrangements. This is also why more and more families consider identity planning as part of their overall life planning, rather than simply making relocation decisions.

It should be noted that identity configuration is not only targeted at high net worth individuals. Families with different budgets and goals can find corresponding project types in the market. The key is to clarify the requirements, compare the options clearly, and then choose the path that suits oneself, rather than blindly following popular options.

Several common misconceptions in immigration planning

In consultation, some common misconceptions are worth understanding in advance.

Misconception one is 'choosing countries based on rankings'. Popular destinations do not necessarily mean destinations that are suitable for oneself. Differences in education systems, language environments, employment opportunities, and tax systems all directly affect one's life experience. The second misconception is' only considering immediate costs'. Immigration often involves ongoing living, education, and tax expenses, and long-term financial planning is more important than a one-time investment. Misconception three is' underestimating time and policy changes'. The application cycle, quota, and policy adjustments may all affect the progress, and early planning and leaving a margin are generally recommended. Think about these things clearly, so that immigration planning will not take a wrong turn.

Where does immigration information come from: channels and screening

There are many channels for obtaining immigration information, including online information, institutional consultation, recommendations from acquaintances, and exhibition exchanges, each with its own characteristics. Network information updates quickly, but it is difficult to distinguish between true and false; Professional consulting institutions should pay attention to their qualifications and positions; Familiar recommendations are intuitive, but difficult to cover all options. Relatively speaking, cross checking information from multiple channels and combining it with one's own target judgment is a prudent approach to reduce information bias. The Expo is a scene that brings together different project parties and institutions for easy horizontal comparison.

Expo: Integrating Immigration Information with Professional Institutions

Faced with a multitude of information, many families are confused not by a lack of channels, but by the scattered and difficult to distinguish between true and false information. This expo is aimed at addressing this pain point.

The exhibition gathers immigration project parties, licensed institutions, and professional consultants from multiple countries and regions. Visitors can compare the requirements, cycles, and costs of different projects horizontally at the same venue, and can also directly consult with institutions for policy details. Compared to fragmented online information, face-to-face communication can help families more accurately determine whether a project is suitable for them.

Visitors can complete several tasks at the exhibition site: understanding immigration programs and policies in different countries, conducting preliminary communication with multiple institutions about their own situation, collecting information for comparison, and also requesting compliance documents and fee details from exhibitors. For families in the early stages of decision-making, this is equivalent to compressing the time that needed to be dispersed across multiple institutions into one centralized consultation.

For families who are new to immigration planning, it is recommended to bring a few questions to the exhibition: what are the core demands of the family, the desired timeline, and the budget range they can afford. By clarifying these issues, the efficiency of on-site consultation will be significantly improved, and the recommendations provided by the institution will be more targeted.

The value of exhibiting and viewing

For immigration service agencies, this is a centralized display aimed at customers with real needs. The expected audience of about 8000 people in three days includes both families planning overseas identity arrangements and investors in need of cross-border services. Exhibitors can establish trust on site, collect real needs, and lay the foundation for long-term cooperation.

For exhibition families, free admission allows them to learn about projects and institutions from multiple countries at once, complete information collection and preliminary comparison in a shorter time, and then have targeted in-depth communication, resulting in significantly higher efficiency.

For institutions, the value of exhibiting goes beyond just on-site communication within three days. The expo brings together audiences and peers from multiple sectors, allowing institutions to gather authentic customer profiles and needs through communication, accumulate basis for optimizing products and services in the future, and establish brand awareness through on-site exhibitions, laying the foundation for long-term customer acquisition.

Exhibition Information

The Overseas Immigrant Study and Property Expo, as well as the Enterprise Overseas Development and Financial Services Expo, will be held from November 20 to 22, 2026 at the Shanghai World Trade Exhibition Center (No. 99 Xingyi Road, Changning District, Shanghai) for three days, with an expected reception of about 8000 visitors.

To participate, observe or learn more, please call the exhibition hotline 13681692751 (same as WeChat) or visit the official website www.qs-expo.com.