Looking for a premium European residency pathway with Schengen access, a stable legal framework, and a clear route to citizenship?
The Portugal Golden Visa grants residency with the right to live, work, and study in Portugal, offering one of Europe’s most flexible and respected residency pathways.
Minimum Investment: EUR 500,000
Key Benefits
- Visa-free access across the Schengen Area, with full rights to live, work, and study in Portugal.
- Investment lock-in of only 5 years.
- Eligibility to apply for Permanent Residency after 5 years and Citizenship after 10 years (subject to requirements).
- Low physical stay requirement:14 days across the first 2 years, and 21 days across the following 3 years.
Portugal Golden Visa Requirements
- Investment of EUR 500,000into an approved investment fund or venture capital fundincorporated under Portuguese law.
- Funds must have a minimum maturity of 5 years.
- At least 60% of the fund’s portfoliomust be invested in companies headquartered in Portugal.
Note: Real estate-based options do not apply under the current regulations
Portugal Residence Permit –Financial Independence Visa
Residence Validity: 2 Years
Legal Fees: EUR 26,000
Key Requirements and Benefits:
- Processing time: 4–5 months
- Permanent Residency after 5 years Minimum stable passive income of EUR 820/month earned outside Portugal
- Savings of at least EUR 9,840 in a Portuguese bank account
- Requirement to purchase or rent real estate in Portugal
Portugal Residence Permit – Digital Nomad Visa
Residence Validity: 2 Years
Legal Fees: EUR 24,000
Key Requirements and Benefits:
- Processing time: ~4 months; Permanent Residency after 5 years
- Minimum remote income of EUR 3,280/month
- Savings of at least EUR 9,840 in any personal bank account
- Requirement to purchase or rent real estate in Portugal