Portugal

The Portugal Golden Residence Permit Program, commonly known as the Portugal Golden Visa Program, offers a five-year residence by investment opportunity for non-EU nationals. Here are the key details:

  1. Eligibility and Benefits:
    • The program grants the right to live, work, and study in Portugal.
    • It allows visa-free travel within Europe’s Schengen Area.
    • Applicants need to spend an average of just seven days per year in Portugal during the five-year period.
    • After five years, residents can apply for Portuguese citizenship while retaining other citizenship(s).
    • Portugal offers excellent international schools, universities, and healthcare facilities.
    • The country boasts a high quality of life, rich culture, mild climate, and stunning landscapes.
  2. Investment Options:
    • Applicants can choose from various investment categories:
      • Capital Transfer:
        • EUR 500,000 for acquiring investment fund or venture capital fund units committed to capitalizing Portuguese companies (with at least 60% of the portfolio in national territory companies).
        • Donation of EUR 500,000 for research activities in the national scientific and technological system.
      • Artistic Production or Cultural Heritage:
        • Donation of EUR 250,000 for supporting artistic production or maintaining national cultural heritage.
  3. Path to Citizenship:
    • The program’s low physical presence requirement allows applicants to spend minimal time in Portugal.
    • After five years, residents can apply for Portuguese citizenship, making it an indirect route to citizenship.

The Portugal Golden Visa Program allows you to include your family members in your application. Here’s who you can bring with you:

Spouse or Partner: Your legally married spouse or partner.
Children: Children under the age of 18.
Dependent Adult Children: Children over the age of 18 who are financially dependent on you.

Parents of Main Applicant and Spouse who are over 66 years old. In the event they are younger you must prove that they are financially dependent on you.