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RESIDENCY BY INVESTMENT PROGRAM
Portugal
Golden Visa Program
Minimum Donation
€ 250,000
Minimum Investment - Fund
€ 500,000
Processing Time
18-24 Months
Portugal Golden Visa
The Portugal Golden Visa program remains one of Europe’s leading residency-by-investment pathways, offering international investors the opportunity to secure long-term residency in Portugal with visa-free access across the Schengen Area.
Through qualifying investment funds, business investment, job creation, or cultural contribution routes, successful applicants and eligible family members can live, work, and study in Portugal while benefiting from global mobility and flexible residency requirements.
The program also offers a long-term pathway toward permanent residency and potential Portuguese citizenship, subject to applicable legal requirements and nationality regulations.
Portugal Golden Visa – Pathway to European Citizenship
Benefits of Portuguese Residency
The Portugal Golden Visa offers lifestyle, mobility and long-term advantages for you and your family.
Visa-Free Access to Schengen Area
Travel across Schengen countries for business or leisure.
Minimal Physical Stay Requirement
Maintain residency with just 7 days per year in Portugal.
Quality Education & Healthcare
Access public and private education options and healthcare services.
No Management Experience Required
No business background or management experience is required to apply.
Include Your Family
Include your spouse, dependent children and dependent parents.
Long-Term Pathway
Pathway to permanent residency and potential Portuguese citizenship, subject to legal requirements.
Benefits are subject to change in accordance with Portuguese law and regulations.
Investment Options
Portugal Golden Visa applicants may qualify through approved investment routes designed to support Portugal’s economy, culture and innovation sectors.
€250,000
Contribution to approved artistic, cultural or national heritage projects in Portugal.
€500,000
Investment into a qualifying Portuguese venture capital or private equity fund, regulated under Portuguese requirements.
€500,000
Investment in a Portuguese company with job creation or support for existing employment, subject to program rules.
Eligibility Requirements
No Criminal Record
Good Health
Be able to verify source of funds
Transfer Donation, Investment or company formation
Application Steps And Timeline
Process Start
I. Sign Contract II.Obtain Tax Number III.Open Bank Account Transfer Funds IV. Submit Civil Documents V. Initiate GV process
Biometrics
• Visit Portugal for biometrics
Issuance Of Residency Card
• Issue of EU Residency Card (the waiting time may vary). Valid for 2 years.
Extend Residency Card
• Meet the minimal residency requirement & apply for extension of EU residency Card (valid for another 2 years)
Extend Residency Card
• Meet the minimal residency requirement & apply for extension of EU Residency Card (valid for another 2 years)
Option 1- Permanent Residency Application
• Golden Visa renewal and lodge application for permanent residency
Option 2- Citizenship Application
• Golden Visa renewal and lodge application for Portugal Citizenship
Why Work With Us?
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Portugal Golden Visa Dubai
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the Portugal Golden Visa Dubai program?
The Portugal Golden Visa Dubai program is a residency-by-investment route that allows UAE and GCC investors to gain Portuguese residency through approved investments such as real estate or capital transfers.
2. Who can apply for the Portugal Golden Visa from Dubai?
Any non-EU national with a clean record and the required investment funds can apply through Carte Blanche’s guidance, whether they live in Dubai or elsewhere in the UAE.
3. What are the investment options for the Portugal Golden Visa?
Applicants can invest in real estate, create jobs, or contribute to research and cultural projects that qualify under Portugal’s residency-by-investment rules.
4. How long does it take to get Portugal residency through this program?
Typically, applicants receive their initial residency permit within 6–8 months of submitting a complete Portugal Golden Visa Dubai application.
5. Can I include my family in the application?
Yes. Spouses, dependent children, and in some cases dependent parents can be included in a single Portugal Golden Visa application.
6. When can I apply for Portuguese citizenship?
After maintaining legal residency and meeting the five-year stay requirement, investors may apply for full Portuguese citizenship and a passport.
7. How can Carte Blanche help with my application?
Carte Blanche provides end-to-end support, from investment selection and documentation to government filings, ensuring a smooth path to residency and eventual citizenship.
8. Is real estate still an option in 2025?
No, as of the latest updates, real estate investment is no longer part of the Golden Visa program.
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