Portugal
WHY PORTUGAL?
Portugal has a long history of worldwide exploration and trade and is one of Europe's most historically significant nations. Portugal now has visa-free access to all 26 European Schengen member states. The program gives you and your family the chance to reside, study, and work in Portugal, a very safe nation with top-notch medical care and educational prospects.
Portugal enjoys a strong reputation, is regarded as one of the world's most globalized and peaceful countries, has a high standard of living, and ranks quite well on the Human Development Index. It is one of the oldest countries in Europe, with a vibrant culture, delectable cuisine, breathtaking beaches, and a beautiful landscape.
If a basic understanding of Portuguese and sincere ties can be shown, the Golden Visa program offers a potential path to Portuguese and European Union citizenship after five years. Portugal is a very family-friendly country, and the Golden Visa Program includes dependents, making it a great choice for families looking for a base in Europe. English is also widely spoken there.
Throughout the five-year period, the residence permit only necessitates an average stay of seven days in Portugal every year, granting visa-free entry to the Schengen Area of Europe.
low threshold real estate investments from €300,000, investment period of five years with multiple options, EU resident permits issued in only 60 days from approval.
A minimum of seven days must be spent in Portugal during the first year of the program, and no fewer than 14 days must be spent there during each successive two-year period.
Key Benefits Of Obtaining A Portugal Residency By Investment Passport
- Visa-free travel access to the Schengen area.
- Right to live, work, and study in Portugal.
- Residency can be granted within 6-8 months.
- Low physical presence requirement (seven days in the first year and no less than 14 days in each subsequent two year period).
- Investment options from as little as EUR 250,000.
- Attractive taxation system.
- High quality of life, fantastic local cuisine and wines, rich cultures, mild climate and a high level of security.
- Investors who obtain residency in Malta through one of the investment options can remain there permanently.
- Every family member is eligible, including spouses, parents, grandparents, and children of any age who are not married and dependent.
- High educational requirements - Admission to prestigious universities with affordable tuition.
- Hospitals and clinics offering top-notch treatment internationally.
- Possibility to live and work in Portugal even if you have residency in another nation.
- After five years of residence, the applicant has the ability to apply for citizenship.
REQUIREMENTS / INVESTMENT OPTIONS FOR PORTUGAL
The Golden Visa program, which was introduced in October 2012 and is open to all non-EU citizens, has grown to be Europe’s most well-liked residency-by-investment scheme. To be eligible for residency under the scheme, the main applicant must make investments in 8 distinct investment or contribution alternatives.
Property
Portugal provides outstanding real estate options with a wide range of geographic, environmental, and price points, whether for lifestyle or investment. The benefit of choosing this option is that it combines the program’s required average stay of seven days with the chance to buy property in a highly desirable nation.
The following investment minimums apply to the real estate option:
- Purchase of real estate costing no less than EUR 500,000. In the metropolitan and touristic region of Lisbon, Porto, Algarve, and substantial portions of the well-known coastline, only tourism-related investments are permitted. Only lower population interior areas, Madeira, and the Azores are open to private investment. In locations with low population densities, this can be lowered to EUR 400,000.
- Purchase of real estate in an urban renewal region or for a minimum of EUR 350,000 in homes older than 30 years. As mentioned above, this category no longer accepts investments outside of major cities. In places with low population densities, this can be lowered to EUR 280,000.
Investment:
One of the following capital transfer options:
- 250,000 euros to promote artistic production or historical preservation.
- A public or private scientific research organization that is a part of the national scientific or technical system may invest up to EUR 500,000 in research operations.
- A minimum of 60% of the investment value must be realized in commercial companies based on the national territory, and EUR 500,000 may be used to purchase units of investment funds or venture capital funds for the capitalization of businesses with a minimum five-year maturity at the time of investment.
- Capital transfer of EUR 1.5 million to a Portuguese bank.
Business Investment
- Entrepreneurs must create five local jobs over a three-year period in order to establish a business or enhance the share capital of an existing Portuguese company by EUR 500,000.
- Make at least 10 additional roles available.
Eligibility Requirements
One of the following investments must be made in order to qualify for a Golden Visa in Portugal:
- Invest in a home valued at least €500,000. The investment is €400,000 if you buy in a low-density region.
- Make a €350,000 investment in a home in a Portugal urban renewal region. The investment amount is €280,000 if you choose to put money into a low-density region. The Portuguese Immigration and Borders Service – SEF should deem the project eligible for funding.
- Contribute at least €350,000 to an approved Savings Fund.
- Make a capital move into a bank account in Portugal of at least €1 million.
- Invest at least €1 million in business shares.
- Spend at least €1,000,000 in a business.
- Give Portuguese nationals at least ten new employments.
- Create a commercial company or increase the share capital of an existing one with a minimum investment of €350,000, which will result in the creation of at least five full-time employments.
- Make a capital transfer of at least €350,000 for scientific or technological research projects carried out by public or private research organizations.
- To assist the arts or the restoration of national treasures, make a capital transfer of at least €250,000.
Application Process
Submit application and secure Investment.
Golden Visa Program permit issued for two years.
Golden Visa Program permit renewed for two years.
Golden Visa Program permit renewed for two years.
Apply for Permanent Residency or Citizenship.
