The Portugal Golden Visa launched in 2012, was the first ever Golden Visa in Europe, proving to be one of the most successful residency programmes around. Portugal provides stability for those wishing to raise a family in a warm Mediterranean climate. With its many attractive benefits and relatively low investment cost, the Portugal Golden Visa Residence Programme is the perfect route to gaining a second home in Europe.
Why choose Portugal?
As one of Europe’s oldest countries, Portugal has a rich historical and architectural heritage. Its culture and radiance beams through the whitewashed villages and lush vineyards of this country, which is conveniently positioned on the blissfully elegant shores of the Atlantic Ocean. There are many benefits of gaining a second residency, which can be obtained through these government programmes. You can choose either to invest in real estate, or by donating to a government fund offering residency in exchange for foreign investment.
Other Benefits include:
- Live and work in Portugal
- Visa Free travel within the Schengen area
- Residence visa waiver for entering Portugal
- Permanent residency after 5 years as a temporary resident
- Citizenship after 1 year as a permanent resident
- Inclusion of family members in the application such as spouse/partner, dependent children and dependent parents
How to qualify:
Created to attracting foreign direct investments into the country, the Portuguese Golden Visa programme yields a residency permit in Portugal to non-EU investors who fulfil one of the investment options stated below and meet the following requirements:
- Proof that investment funds originate from overseas
- No criminal record
- Main applicant’s property is not frozen within EU boundaries
- Enter Portugal for the first time on a valid Schengen visa
- Meet or exceed the minimum stay requirements
Range of Investment Options available
- Capital investment
- Real estate
- Enterprise
Residency and citizenship option in 6 years