Portugal Golden Visa Program ​

Portugal

Minimum Investment Donation
€ 250,000

Minimum Investment Fund
€ 500,000

Processing Time
18-24 Months

Portugal

Portugal is a Southern European country bordering Spain, a member of the European Union and part of the Euro and Schengen Area. In October 2012, the Portuguese government passed a law that launched the residency-by-investment program, also known as the Golden Visa program.

The Portugal Golden Residence Permit Program

The Golden Visa Program launched by the Portuguese Authorities in October 2012 is a fast track for foreign investors from non-EU countries to obtain a fully valid residency permit in Portugal “Golden Visa”.
Under the Golden Visa program, non-EU citizens simply need to carry out one of the investments set out in the law to qualify to obtain a residency permit in Portugal. This residency permit will allow the investor to enter and/or live in Portugal and to travel freely within the vast majority of European countries (Schengen area).

Citizenship by birth

In November 2020, Portuguese government enacted a law wherein children born to foreign parents, at least one of whom has lived – legally or otherwise – in Portugal for a year will be eligible for Portuguese citizenship at birth. Children born in Portugal to foreign national’s resident in the territory already did qualify for birth-right citizenship, at least one of their parents had to have been resident in the country for two or more years. The new law reduces that timeframe to one year. Portugal is also on track to become a United States E1 and E2 treaty country, a change to would score another major competitive advantage for the golden visa program.

Where is Portugal?

Residency Benefits

Investment Options

Option 1

Contribution (Economic Diversification Fund)

The applicant is required to make a non-refundable contribution to the Economic Diversification Fund based on number of dependents being included in the application.

Donation to Arts

€ 250,000

€ 250,000 donation to
artistic production or in the
recovery or maintenance of
national cultural heritage.

Venture Capital | Investment Fund

€ 500,000

Invest € 500,000 in a
Portuguese investment or
venture capital fund, with a
five-year maturity of which at
least 60% of the portfolio
invested in Portugal-based
companies (excluding real
estate).

Business Investment

€ 500,000

Creation of a business with
minimum of ten new jobs. or € 
500,000 in the incorporation of a
commercial company that is
registered and headquartered in
Portugal and creating a minimum
of five permanent jobs.

Eligibility Requirements

Antigua & Barbuda passport

No Criminal Record

Antigua & Barbuda passport

Good Health

Antigua & Barbuda passport

Be able to verify source of funds

Antigua and Barbuda passport

Transfer Donation, Investment or company formation

Antigua and Barbuda passport

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

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Portugal Residency Program

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I live in another country and still keep my Portugal Golden Visa?

Yes! You don’t have to live full-time in Portugal. Just stay 7 days a year and your visa stays valid. It’s great for people who want flexibility.

No, not anymore. Real estate investment is no longer an option. You can now invest in funds or donate to culture/art to qualify.

Not right away. The Golden Visa gives you residency, not a passport. But after 5 years, you can apply for Portuguese citizenship and get a passport.

Not for living or working, but you can travel freely to all 26 Schengen countries like France, Germany, Italy, etc., without a separate visa.

Yes! You’re free to work, start a business, or even study in Portugal if you want. Or you can just use it as a backup residency option.

Yes. You can include your spouse, kids (even over 18 if they’re studying), and dependent parents in one family application.

If you remove your investment before the required 5 years, your visa might get canceled. So you must keep the investment active to maintain your residency.

Other Citizenship Options

  • St.Kitts & Nevis Citizenship Program

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  • Antigua & Barbuda Citizenship Program

    Antigua also known as Waladli or Wadadli by the native population is an island in the West Indies. It is the Leeward Islands in the Caribbean region and the main island of the country of Antigua and Barbuda. In November 1981, Antigua & Barbuda became an independent nation within the Commonwealth Nations.

  • Grenada Citizenship Program

    Grenada is also known as the ‘Isle of Spice’ and is one of the most magnificent islands in the West Indies. The nation of Grenada measures 344 km2. It is composed of three main islands: Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique. The proximity of Grenada to the equator ensures a tropical climate with average temperatures of 23°C and 28 °C.

  • Malta Citizenship Program

    Malta is a neutral, safe and stable country with friendly people living a European lifestyle but with a Mediterranean quality of life. It is a densely populated country where the majority of the population lives in the north side of the country. The Republic of Malta is the place if you want to enjoy the Mediterranean quality of life whilst living a European lifestyle

  • Saint Lucia Citizenship By Investment Program

    Known as the ‘Helen of West Indies’, St Lucia is located in the East of the Caribbean Sea and it is considered to be one of the most politically and economically stable countries in the region – which factors have served to attract foreign business and investment. The economic lifeline of Saint Lucia is the tourism industry, followed by crop export and manufacturing.

  • Vanuatu Citizenship Program

    Vanuatu, officially known as the Republic of Vanuatu, is an archipelago nation, spread across 82 islands in the south Pacific Ocean. The country’s capital and largest city are Port Villa and its official languages are Bislama, French and English – though over 100 languages are estimated to be spoken locally. The local currency is the Vanuatu VATU.