Tamer UlayDirector, General Manager
areas of expertise
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European Golden Visa Programmes
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Citizenship by Investment Strategy
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Immigration Appeals & Refusals
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Global Programme Development
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Client Advisory & Cross-Border Management
With over three decades of experience in international programme development and mobility strategy, Tamer Ulay serves as the Director and General Manager of Coates Global. As a seasoned European Immigration Law Specialist, Tamer brings profound knowledge of Golden Visa and Second Citizenship Programmes across Europe and beyond.
True freedom begins with the ability to choose where you belong. My role is to make that choice accessible, lawful, and lasting.
His involvement in global movement initiatives began in the late 1980s, when he played a leading role in launching international youth exchange projects, global summer camps, and cross-cultural educational travel through the ICEP Foundation. Under his leadership, the foundation provided bursaries to young people to participate in worldwide exchange and leadership programmes, fostering early exposure to global citizenship and multicultural dialogue.
Since 2008, Tamer has focused his expertise on strategic immigration consultancy. He has advised clients on UK Investor Visa applications, the Self-Sponsorship Route, and other innovative UK pathways. He is widely recognised for his success in handling complex visa appeals, often turning around challenging refusal decisions with well-structured legal strategies.
Tamer has personally overseen Golden Visa and Citizenship by Investment applications in Portugal, Greece, Malta, Cyprus, and the Caribbean. His frequent travel to these regions enables him to provide on-the-ground support and ensure seamless coordination between clients, lawyers, and local authorities.
In addition to his operational role, Tamer is a core member of Coates Global’s strategic advisory team, where he contributes to programme design, compliance oversight, and partner relations. His dedication to client success, combined with a global outlook and legal expertise, make him a vital pillar in Coates Global’s international growth.
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