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European Residency and a Route to Citizenship in Portugal

Golden Visa Portugal

The Portugal Golden Visa is the most established and prestigious global mobility scheme in Europe. After the rule change that removed the real estate route entirely, the program has successfully reinvented itself around financial capital vehicles and corporate incentives. Built for high-net-worth investors, it grants immediate legal residency, free movement across the Schengen Area and the right to apply for European citizenship — with a physical stay requirement of just 7 days a year.

  • Minimum investment: from €500,000 in eligible funds.
  • Processing time: approx. 24 to 36 months.
  • Minimum stay: just 7 days a year (14 days per two-year period).
  • Extends to your spouse, dependent children and dependent parents on both sides.
  • Where it leads: direct eligibility for a Portuguese passport.

Eligible Investment Routes

Other services we offer in Portugal

Real Estate Brokerage
Legal Representation
Mortgage Lending
Consular Visas

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you still get Portugal's Golden Visa by buying property?
No. Under the current rules the real estate route has been removed. The active, eligible routes today are investment in private equity or venture capital funds, or the creation of local jobs.
Does this program require me to move my tax residency to Portugal?
No. Obtaining the Golden Visa through the funds route has no automatic tax consequences and does not oblige you to move your tax residency. You only take on tax obligations on your worldwide income if you spend more than 183 days a year physically in the country.
What is the minimum physical stay in the country?
It is one of the most flexible schemes in Europe. You only have to spend 7 days in the first year and 14 days in each two-year period after that, which lets you keep your current life while securing your European contingency plan.
What basic documentation is required to apply through the funds route?
Applicants must be over 18 and have a completely clean criminal record. On the financial side, you need to open a local bank account in Portugal and provide rigorous evidence of the traceability and lawful origin of the funds being transferred.
Are the returns from these funds tax-advantaged?
Yes, and it is one of the main attractions. For investors who are not Portuguese tax residents, the profits and dividends generated by eligible investment funds are generally exempt from withholding tax (0%), which significantly improves the net euro return on your capital.
How does the startup job-creation route work?
It is a flexible option for innovation profiles. It gives access to the program by investing capital in setting up or expanding a Portuguese company, provided it creates at least 5 stable jobs for local citizens — with lower capital thresholds in certain technology sectors.
Can adult children be included in the same application?
Yes. Through family reunification you can include children over 18, provided you can document that they are single, financially dependent on the main investor, and enrolled full time in higher education anywhere in the world.
When can I withdraw my investment?
Once the 5 years required by immigration law have passed and permanent residency or citizenship has come through, you are fully released from the program. From that point you can execute your exit strategy from the fund, sell your units and recover your capital without affecting your status as a European resident or citizen in any way.
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