Portugal

Portugal Golden Visa Programme

Bordered by Spain and the Atlantic Ocean, Portugal enjoys a Mediterranean climate and culture. As a member of the European Union and Schengen Area, it provides an ideal platform for European travel and business. To find out more about how to apply for the Portugal Golden Visa Programme, or how to get Portuguese residency, contact our team of specialist advisors today.

Visa-free travel in the Schengen Area

Residency granted within 180 days

Minimal residency requirements

Investment options from €250,000

WHY CONSIDER THE PORTUGAL GOLDEN VISA SCHEME?

Portugal is one of Europe's most historically influential countries, with a rich past of global exploration and trade. Today, as a member of the EU, it provides an excellent launch pad for anyone wanting to access the 26 countries of the European Schengen Area.

What Can You Expect If You Apply for the Portugal Residency Programme?

As well as visa-free travel within the Schengen Area, the Portugal Golden Visa Programme provides a sure route to Portuguese and European Union Citizenship after five years. Portugal is an extremely family-friendly nation, and the Golden Visa Programme extends to dependants, providing an excellent option for families seeking a European base.
The programme requires just seven days residence within Portugal for the first year and 28 days in subsequent years. This allows for freedom of access across Europe with minimal residency requirement.

Capital city: Lisbon	Languages: Portuguese
Visa free countries: 26 (Schengen Area)	Currency: Euro €
Total area: 92,090 km²	Population: 10.8 million (2017)
Nearest country: Spain	Time zone: Western European(UTC)

PORTUGAL GOLDEN VISA REQUIREMENTS

To apply for the Portugal Golden Visa Programme, applicants must fulfil ONE of the following three options:

1. Property

The first of our Portugal Golden Visa requirements is either of the following options:

• Purchase real estate property with a value equal to or above €500,000

• Purchase €350,000 in real estate more than 30 years old or located in urban regeneration areas

• Purchase €280,000 in real estate more than 30 years old or located in rural, low-density regeneration areas

2. Investment

You may also consider one of the following options:

• Capital transfer with a value equal to or above €250,000 for investment in artistic output or maintenance of national heritage

• Capital transfer with a value equal to or above €350,000 for investment in research activities

• Capital transfer with a value equal to or above €350,000 for the purchase of shares in investment funds or in venture capital geared to the capitalisation of small and medium companies

• Capital transfer with a value equal to or above €1million into a Portuguese bank account or specific approved investment option

3. Job creation

Create at least ten employment positions.

Fees

All applicants of the Portugal residency programme are subject to the following fees:

Primary applicant fee: €533
Family member fee: €533
Issue fee, per visa: €5,325
Visa renewal fee per holder after years two and four: €5,325

Government website

To find out more about how to get Portuguese residency, view the official government website for this programme.

PORTUGAL GOLDEN VISA APPLICATION PROCESS

Months 1-4

Submit application and secure investment.

Year 1

Golden Visa Programme permit issued for one year.

Year 2

Golden Visa Programme permit renewed for two years.

Year 3

Golden Visa Programme permit renewed for two years.

Year 5

Golden Visa Programme permit renewed.
Applications for Portuguese Citizenship may be made.

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We've helped investors from all over the world acquire Portugal's Golden Visa. Complete the form below to begin your journey to European Residency.

Eric G. Major

"I've spent the past 25 years helping private clients to successfully relocate around the world. A second residency or citizenship can seem like a big undertaking, but we'll be by your side to provide the guidance and support to make the journey enjoyable and stress-free."