Portugal Golden Visa:
Secure your place in Europe’s most resilient economy
Portugal—a nation of global influence, economic stability, and exceptional quality of life. The Portugal Golden Visa offers high-net-worth individuals a strategic gateway to Europe, providing long-term residency, business flexibility, and a clear path to citizenship after just five years.
This program delivers what truly matters: visa-free mobility across Schengen, tax-efficient structuring, and a secure European base for your family. With minimal physical presence requirements, you can maintain your global lifestyle while securing your future in one of the world’s most sought-after locations.
Can it lead to citizenship?
Yes, after 5 years of holding residency, complying with the stay requirements, and proving your language skills at an A2 level, you are eligible to apply for citizenship.
Take control of your future
Your wealth, mobility, and legacy deserve a long-term plan. The Portugal Golden Visa is more than just a residency—it’s an investment in European access, business flexibility, and generational security.
Book a private consultation to explore how Portugal can fit into your global strategy.
What about taxes?
Holding a Portuguese Golden Visa alone does not trigger tax residency. You have to choose to become a tax resident by relocating and spending more than 183 days per year in Portugal.
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Non-habitual residency (NHR) program – Offers various favorable tax rules for new tax residents. Foreign-source employment income is typically not taxed.
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No wealth tax – Portugal does not impose a wealth tax.
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No inheritance tax – No tax on gifts or inheritances between parents, children, and grandchildren.
For strategic investors, Portugal offers a business-friendly and tax-efficient framework, making it an ideal jurisdiction for wealth planning.
Investment options: flexible pathways to European residency
Portugal’s Golden Visa program offers multiple non-real estate investment options:
With investments starting at €250,000, this program provides a strategic and cost-effective way to secure European residency for you and your family.
€500,000+
Participation in investment funds (non-real estate) or venture capital funds.
€500,000+
Capital transfer to a Portuguese company, creating at least five permanent jobs.
€500,000+
Contribution to research institutions in science & technology.
€250,000+
Support for national cultural heritage and artistic production.
10+ Job Creation
Establish a business that generates at least 10 full-time jobs.
Who can
be included?
Portugal’s Golden Visa extends beyond the primary investor to multiple generations, ensuring security for your family:
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Spouse
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Children of any age (if financially dependent, single, and full-time students)
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Parents over 55 (if financially dependent)
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Parents over 65 (no financial dependence required)
This program is designed for legacy planning, ensuring European access for you and your loved ones.
Key advantages:
Why Portugal?
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Schengen access – Visa-free travel across 29 European countries.
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Minimal stay requirement – 14 days every two years.
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Fast-track residency – Approval typically within 12-18 months.
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Low-tax environment – Leverage Portugal’s favorable tax regime.
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Path to citizenship – Eligible after five years of residency, with a low language requirement.
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Thriving business and investment climate – Europe’s tech hub with a strong start-up ecosystem.
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World-class lifestyle – Exceptional safety, healthcare, and education in a politically stable country.
For entrepreneurs, investors, and families seeking long-term European security, Portugal remains one of the strongest investment migration programs available.
How does it work?
Portugal’s Golden Visa remains one of the most efficient routes to European citizenship, offering flexibility, security, and long-term benefits.
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Due diligence and engagement – Ensuring compliance and preparing all legal documents.
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Investment & Application Submission – Structuring your investment and filing with AIMA (Portuguese Immigration Authority).
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Approval & Residency Permit – Typically granted within 18-24 months.
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Residency Renewals – Renew every two years while maintaining minimum stay requirements of 14 days per 2 years.
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Path to Citizenship – After 5 years, apply for permanent residency or Portuguese citizenship.