GOLDEN VISAS IN PORTUGAL
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WHAT ARE GOLDEN VISAS?
“Golden visas” translate into a Residence Permit for Investment in the country, which allows foreign citizens, nationals of third countries, to obtain a temporary residence permit through the various investment options provided for by law.
HOW TO APPLY FOR A GOLDEN VISA
- Collection and preparation of documentation (in relation to the investment and the investor);
- Submission of an application on the RPI portal (for analysis of eligibility conditions);
- Scheduling an interview with the Immigration Agency (AIMA);
- Visit the AIMA in person with the documentation (original and valid).
GOLDEN VISAS IN PORTUGAL BENEFITS
- Waiver of a residency visa for entering Portugal;
- The opportunity to live and work in Portugal with low minimum stay requirements: 14 days in the first two years and 21 days during the following 3-year periods;
- Visa waiver for travel within the Schengen Area;
- Family reunification;
- The opportunity to obtain permanent residency after 5 years, valid for 5 years;
- To opportunity to apply for Portuguese citizenship, by naturalisation, after 5 years.
WHO CAN APPLY FOR A GOLDEN VISA
The Golden Visa program is not applicable to citizens who hold Portuguese nationality and to EU and EEA nationals. All third-country nationals engaged in investment business can apply for a golden visa, individually or through a company incorporated in Portugal or in an EU Member State with a permanent establishment in Portugal.
GOLDEN VISAS in portugal
INVESTMENT ACTIVITIES
Funds
- Capital transfers of at least € 500,000.00, for the acquisition of units of non-real estate collective investment undertakings, incorporated under Portuguese legislation, the maturity of which, at the time of the investment, is at least five years and at least 60% of the investment is made in commercial companies domiciled in Portugal.
Job creation
- Creation of 10 or more jobs*;
- Capital transfer of € 500,000.00, or more, for the incorporation of a Portuguese company combined with the creation of five permanent jobs; or investment in an existing company combined with the creation of five permanent jobs or maintenance of ten jobs; for a minimum period of three years.
Investment in specific activities
- Transfer of capital equal to or greater than € 500,000.00 for investment in research activities conducted by public or private scientific research institutions involved in the national scientific or technological system*;
- Capital transfer equal to or greater than € 250,000.00 for investment in artistic production or support for the arts, for the reconstruction or renovation of national heritage, through local and central authorities, public institutions, or eligible private organisations*.
* The minimum investment amount is reduced by 20%, for investments in low-density areas.
The Golden Visa program remains unique and irreplaceable, considering it is the only type of residency permit in Portugal allowing short minimum stay requirements. This means Golden Visa holders are not required to live in Portugal – although they can – and therefore they may legally hold a residence title without becoming tax residents in Portugal.
To learn more about the legal changes: please see our latest news here.
Portugal’s Golden Visa Program at Investment Immigration Podcast
Portugal’s Golden Visa Program at Investment Immigration Podcast by Uglobal:
“Portugal’s golden visa program is going through a big change. Real estate investments, once a sure ticket to residency, have been removed. Instead, investors can explore alternative routes, including capital fund investments, job creation, and donations for research or the arts. In this episode, our guest, Raquel Esteves, shares with podcast host Salman Siddiqui the political motivations behind these reforms and the impact on processing times. Discover why Portugal, despite these shifts, continues to be a top destination for global investors.”
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