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Expert Guidance for the Portugal Golden Visa
The Portugal Golden Visa offers a fast-track residency for non-EU investors seeking to live, work, and travel in the EU. Our legal experts handle the entire process, ensuring a smooth and compliant application.
Expert Guidance for the Portugal Golden Visa
The Portugal Golden Visa provides fast-track residency for non-EU investors. Our legal experts ensure a smooth, compliant application from start to finish.
Portugal Golden Visa for Residency and Investment
The Portugal Golden Visa offers EU residency through investment, providing a secure and flexible path for non-EU nationals. This program grants a residence permit with a route to permanent residency and citizenship.
Golden Visa holders enjoy visa-free Schengen travel, the ability to live and work in Portugal, and the option to include family members. A low stay requirement makes it ideal for global investors.
To qualify, applicants must meet Portugal Golden Visa requirements, including eligible investments. Our legal experts handle the entire process, ensuring compliance and a seamless application.
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Portugal Golden Visa Requirements & How to Qualify
1. Fund Subscription
Invest a minimum of €500,000 in qualified investment funds, such as private equity or venture capital funds, contributing to Portugal’s economic growth.
2. Cultural Heritage & Arts
Support the arts or the reconstruction of national cultural heritage with a donation of at least €250,000, aiding in the preservation of Portugal’s rich history and culture.
3. Scientific Research
Contribute a minimum of €500,000 to science or technology research, bolstering Portugal’s position as an innovator in these fields.
4. Job Creation
Create and maintain at least ten jobs in Portugal, directly contributing to the local employment and economy.
5. Share Capital and Job Creation
Invest €500,000 in incorporating a commercial company with its head office in Portugal, or in reinforcing an existing company’s share capital, coupled with creating five new or maintaining ten existing jobs.
6. Investment Optimization in Low-Density Areas
For any investment option, a 20% reduction in the minimum investment is possible when made in a qualified low-density area.
Explore the Golden Visa in Portugal
Explore Your Investment Options for the Golden Visa in Portugal
Dive into the diverse investment pathways to secure your Portuguese Golden Visa. Watch our expert lawyer explain each option, helping you make an informed decision and simplify your path to residency.
How Legal Experts Simplify the Portugal Golden Visa Process
Securing the Portugal Golden Visa can be complex due to legal requirements and paperwork. Our lawyers handle everything—from investment verification to residency approval—ensuring compliance and a stress-free process. With expert guidance, you avoid delays, legal pitfalls, and bureaucratic hurdles for a smooth residency journey.
Here’s how we make it all easier:
Streamlined Application Process
We cut through the noise and get your application done quickly and correctly, so you can focus on what matters—starting your new adventure.
Expert Knowledge
Our expert lawyers know how to make your application stand out. With deep ties to Portuguese immigration authorities, we’ll get you through the process fast and efficiently.
Complete Documentation:
Ditch the paperwork hassle. Enjoy peace of mind with complete and accurate documentation handled by pros, minimizing errors and delays.
Holistic Support:
Relocate seamlessly with support that connects you with health insurance companies, sworn translators, and international schools. We cover all the bases.
Multilingual Assistance:
Communicate with confidence. Our comprehensive support in English, Portuguese, and other languages ensures clarity and ease throughout the process.
Ready to navigate the complexities of the Portugal Golden Visa? Our legal experts are here to turn the process from complex to carefree.
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How it Works
1
Assess Your Eligibility
Start by determining your eligibility with a focused consultation. Your dedicated Legal Advisor will understand your situation and explore possible legal paths.
2
Service Presentation and Proposal
Receive a detailed presentation of our services tailored to your needs, complete with a fixed-price proposal to ensure no surprises.
3
Begin Your Journey
Your dedicated lawyer will guide you through every step, handling all legalities as you confidently move forward.
How it Works
1
Assess Your Eligibility
Start by determining your eligibility with a focused consultation. Your dedicated Legal Advisor will understand your situation and explore possible legal paths.
2
Service Presentation and Proposal
Receive a detailed presentation of our services tailored to your needs, complete with a fixed-price proposal to ensure no surprises.
3
Begin Your Journey
How it Works
1
Assess Your Eligibility
Start by determining your eligibility with a focused consultation. Your dedicated Legal Advisor will understand your situation and explore possible legal paths.
2
Service Presentation and Proposal
Receive a detailed presentation of our services tailored to your needs, complete with a fixed-price proposal to ensure no surprises.
3
Begin Your Journey
Your dedicated lawyer will guide you through every step, handling all legalities as you confidently move forward.
How it Works
1
Assess Your Eligibility
Start by determining your eligibility with a focused consultation. Your dedicated Legal Advisor will understand your situation and explore possible legal paths.
2
Service Presentation and Proposal
Receive a detailed presentation of our services tailored to your needs, complete with a fixed-price proposal to ensure no surprises.
3
Begin Your Journey
Turn Your Investment into Freedom
Transform your investment into Portuguese residency with ease, guided by expert legal care every step of the way.
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Your Local Legal Partners, Worldwide
Your Local Legal Partners, Worldwide
With offices in key locations across Europe and beyond, we combine local insights with international experience to make your Portuguese residency journey as smooth as possible.
Barcelona
- Avinguda Diagonal, 442, 3º 1ª, Barcelona, 08037
- +34 938 07 40 56
Madrid
- Calle Villalar 7, Bajo Izquierda, Madrid, 28001
- +34 915 367 806
Málaga
- Paseo de Reding, número 43, 1º Planta, Puerta Izquierda, 29016
- +34 919 15 90 13
Lisbon
- Rua Joaquim António de Aguiar n.º 43, RC Esq, Lisbon, 1070-150
- +351 21 027 0734
Porto
- R. do Mal. Saldanha 109 office 5, 4150-025 Porto, Portugal
- +351 21 027 0733
Athens
- Patriarchou Ioakeim 25 Street, Kolonaki, Athens, 10675
- +30 21 1199 5654
Paris
- 21bis Boulevard de Port Royal, 75013 Paris
- +33 1 76 40 35 43
Milan
- Via California 23, 5th Floor, 20144 Milan MI, Italy
- +39 02 8295 6347
Mexico
- Blvd. Manuel Ávila Camacho 137, Piso 3 Comunal, Polanco III Secc, Miguel Hidalgo, 11550 Ciudad de México, CDMX
- +52 55 8957 7841
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can I work with the Portugal Golden Visa?
Yes, the Golden Visa comes with a work permit for you and your family members.
2. Can my spouse/partner and my children apply as my accompanying family members?
Your partner or children can apply with you if you can support their lifestyle. You will need to provide extra paperwork, such as marriage or birth certificates. Unmarried partners who can prove a long-term relationship can also apply as dependants.
3. Do I have to stay in Portugal for a certain period of time with the Golden Visa?
It is mandatory to spend at least seven days per year in Portugal. The Temporary Residency Permit is issued for two years and can be renewed every two years.
However, the applicant can apply for Permanent Residency or Citizenship in the fifth year. They must meet the legal requirements, one of which is to pass a Portuguese test at A2 standard. Speak to a lawyer to better understand your options as a resident in Portugal.
4. Is it true that the Golden Visa in Portugal ended?
In short, no. However, the Portugal Golden Visa Program has undergone some updates. Recent changes have eliminated the real estate investment route and the capital transfer option.
These adjustments are part of ongoing efforts to refine and improve the program’s alignment with national development goals. There are other exciting investment routes to Portuguese residency. Contact us to speak with a lawyer and discover your options!
5. Do I need to pay taxes with the Golden Visa Portugal?
Yes, obtaining a Golden Visa does come with tax obligations. If you stay in Portugal for more than 183 days in a year, you will become a tax resident and be liable for taxes on your worldwide income.
Even if you spend less time in Portugal, certain taxes may apply depending on your investment type and income sources. Our team of tax experts can help you understand and manage your tax responsibilities.