Portugal Golden Visa: 500,000€ Investment Pathway

July 2024

Portugal Golden Visa: 500,000€ Investment Pathway The Portugal Golden Visa program, launched in 2012, offers non-EU citizens a pathway to residency through investment. This initiative aims to attract foreign investment to boost the Portuguese economy.

In October 2023, Portugal's Golden Visa Program underwent significant changes. These changes do not affect existing applications but no longer accept real estate purchases as qualifying investments. However, certain Portuguese funds remain eligible for investment.

What is the investment requirement?

To qualify for the Golden Visa through investment in funds, applicants must invest a minimum of 500,000 Euros.

Who is eligible to apply for Portugal's Golden Visa Program?

The program is open to non-EU/EEA/Swiss citizens. To qualify, you must be at least 18 years old and have a clean criminal record from both your home country and Portugal. Additionally, the investment funds must come from outside of Portugal.

Can my family members benefit from the Golden Visa?

As the main applicant, you can extend your Portuguese Golden Visa to family members through a simultaneous application process. Eligible family members include your spouse, children under 18, financially dependent children over 18 who are full-time students and unmarried, and parents if they are over 65 years old.

Should I move to Portugal to be eligible for Golden Visa?

The Portugal Golden Visa programme has a low residency requirement. Portugal requires Golden Visa holders to spend an average of at least 7 (seven) days a year or 14 or more days every 2 years in the country.

Will I be able to live in Portugal and travel within the Schengen Area with Golden Visa?

The Golden Visa grants temporary residency, allowing holders and their families to live, work, and study in Portugal. It also permits visa-free travel within the Schengen Area.

The Portugal Golden Visa program offers a flexible and efficient route to European residency and citizenship through a €500,000 investment in funds. With its attractive lifestyle, favorable tax regime, and access to the broader EU market, Portugal remains a top choice for global investors seeking a secure and prosperous future.

If you have questions about the program or looking for funds to invest in, do not hesitate to contact us via info@stnzlegal.com